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Healthy Clean Homemade Sports Drink Alternative with Protein

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A quick, easy, and refreshing homemade sports drink that balances electrolytes and protein for post-workout hydration and muscle recovery.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (720 ml) filtered or spring water
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice (about 2 medium lemons)
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) raw honey or maple syrup, adjust to taste
  • ¼ tsp sea salt (preferably pink Himalayan or Celtic sea salt)
  • 1 scoop (20-25 grams protein) vanilla whey or plant-based protein powder
  • ½ cup (120 ml) coconut water (optional but recommended)
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger (optional)

Instructions

  1. Roll lemons on the counter and juice them using a citrus juicer to extract about ¼ cup (60 ml) of juice, removing seeds carefully.
  2. Measure and combine 3 cups (720 ml) filtered water and ½ cup (120 ml) coconut water in a blender or pitcher.
  3. Add lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, and sea salt to the water mixture.
  4. Add 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder to the mixture.
  5. If using, add 1 tsp grated fresh ginger to the blender.
  6. Blend everything for 30-45 seconds until protein powder is fully dissolved and ginger is evenly mixed. Optionally strain through a fine mesh strainer for a smoother drink.
  7. Chill or serve over ice. Refrigerate leftovers up to 24 hours and shake well before drinking.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Blend protein powder well to avoid clumps. Adjust sweetness and saltiness to taste. Coconut water adds potassium and improves hydration. Serve chilled or over ice. Store refrigerated up to 24 hours and shake before drinking.

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