Halloween, and the onset of the holiday season, is almost here! Which means many people will start to ditch their healthy habits in favor of costume parties and rum punch. Staying healthy doesn’t mean you need to let go of your social life. Natural Health Strategies, for instance, strives to keep achieving great health realistic, practical, and FUN. Which means you can continue to improve your health while still being social this holiday season. Keep health festive and fun: check out these healthy Halloween cocktails.
Healthy Halloween Cocktails
Keep it festive!
with an Orange Halloween Cocktail
Ginger & Carrot Cocktail: photo credit FoodNetwork.com
Ginger & Carrot Cocktail
Ingredients include:
- Vodka
- Carrot Juice
- Apple Juice
- Fresh Ginger
- Lime
Benefits of Carrots & Ginger:
Carrots are high in beta-carotene which mean they can help prevent cancer, heart disease, and slow down aging. Ginger contains ginerol which means it can help relieve nausea, lower blood sugar, and ease chronic indigestion.
Keep it spooky!
with a Black Halloween Cocktail
Black Currant Punch: photo credit Delish.com
Bloody Black Currant Punch
Ingredients include:
- Brandy
- Sugar (try a natural substitute)
- Black Currant Nectar
- Seltzer
Benefits of Black Currants:
Black currants contain vitamin C, B-vitamins, and iron. Studies show they may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease, gout, and PMS.
Keep it creepy!
with a Blood-Colored Halloween Cocktail
Mulled Red Wine: photo credit Delish.com
Mulled Red Wine
Ingredients include:
- Black Peppercorns
- Fennel Seeds
- Cinnamon
- Zinfandel
- Bay Leaves
- Orange Zest
- Muscovado Sugar
Benefits of Red Wine:
Red wine contains antioxidants, as well as reservatol, and may help improve heart health when consumed in moderation.
Or make healthier versions of your favorite Halloween cocktails by trying one these:
Natural Sugar Substitute: photo credit FoodRepublic.com
Natural Sugar Substitutes
- Simply Simple Sugar-Free Simple Syrup
- Organic Agave Nectar
- High-Grade Maple Syrup
- Honey
- Petite Canne Sugar Cane Syrup
Benefits of natural sugar substitutes:
Natural sugar is still sweet and should be used in moderation. However, overall it is less processed and contains trace vitamins & minerals which have been removed from refined sugars.
Try one of these healthy Halloween cocktails at your next costume party! And join the NHS community so you can improve your life and take control of your health today.
