Beverage
The Unexpected Beverage That Can Give You The Hiccups – Health Digest
While coffee or any other hot beverage might not give you hiccups every time (or at all), it’s important to know that hiccups are mostly caused by a sudden change or irritation that your body hasn’t anticipated, according to a 2012 article in the Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility. A rapid change in the temperature […]
The Hidden Dangers Of Taking Your Medication With This Popular Beverage – Health Digest
All drinks are not equal when it comes to taking your medications. A study in the Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal found that consuming common over-the-counter medications with Coca-Cola increased the medications’ disintegration time. The study had patients take five immediate-release drugs with several drinks, including cola. The cola increases the disintegration of four out of five of […]
The Surprisingly Healthy Beverage You Can Pick Up At A Vending Machine (That Isn’t Water) – Health Digest
Unsweetened iced tea is a delightful beverage that has a clean and refreshing taste. It is a healthier alternative to sugary drinks, made with only two essential ingredients: tea leaves and water. The tea leaves’ quality is crucial to achieving a perfect brew. Typically, black or green tea leaves (per Good Housekeeping) are steeped in hot […]
This Hydrating Beverage Can Lower High Blood Pressure (And It’s Not Water) – Health Digest
Although milk is known for its calcium, it also has other electrolytes such as potassium and magnesium to regulate blood pressure (via the University of Utah). One cup of low-fat milk has 391 milligrams of potassium and 30 milligrams of magnesium. Milk might have other ingredients that can lower your blood pressure, per a 2016 article in the British Journal of […]