The summer is hot and humid, and hand-shaken drinks are cool and sweet, becoming the first choice for many people to cool down. But do you know? The seemingly healing sweet drink actually hides many health risks. According to the reminder of Tan Dunci, a nurse in the Department of Clinical Toxicology at Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, consuming too much sugar is not only prone to depression and aggravated anxiety, but may also increase the risk of three highs, fatty liver and even pancreatic cancer.

So, when we want to drink some "flavorful" drinks, how can we choose a healthier one? The answer is - barley tea!

Why choose "barley tea"?
Tan Dunci suggested: If you really want to drink a flavorful drink, choose barley tea!

 

 

Five health benefits of barley tea:
No added sugar: Natural sweet flavor, delicious without extra sugar.

Simple ingredients: Made only from roasted barley, no caffeine, no artificial flavors.

Suitable for the whole family: Caffeine-free, even children can drink it with confidence.

Helps replenish water: Increase daily water intake, so that people who don’t like to drink boiled water can also replenish water.

Refreshing grain aroma: Different from the bitterness of traditional tea, barley tea has a natural grain aroma and is smoother.

 

 

Five things you should pay attention to before drinking beverages
In addition to choosing the right beverages, Tan Dunci also reminded everyone:

1️Low sugar ≠ low sugar
Many people think that "low sugar" means less sugar, but in fact, the sugar content of "low sugar" beverages on the market is still off the charts. For example, the sugar content of the kumquat lemon low sugar beverage on the market is as high as 56 grams, which is more than twice the daily intake limit of 25 grams recommended by the World Health Organization.

2️Brown sugar and honey are also sugar
Don't think that brown sugar and honey are healthier. They are both sugar and should be included in the total daily sugar intake. In particular, honey above 60°C will destroy enzymes and may cause botulism to infants. It is strictly forbidden for infants under 1 year old.

3️Don't like boiled water? You can also add some flavor
You can choose to boil water with fried buckwheat, soak vanilla in water or fruit water to increase flavor without harming health. However, for lemon water, pay attention to the acidity to avoid damaging tooth enamel and irritating the stomach.

4️Read the food packaging carefully
Many foods use "sugar content per serving" to confuse people. Remember to confirm "how many servings are in one package" on the packaging to know how much sugar you actually consume.

5️Stay away from the trap of hand-shaken drinks
In addition to the sugar problem, high fructose syrup can also increase uric acid and cause gout; refined sugar is more likely to increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. Drinking more boiled water or barley tea is healthier.

Conclusion: Develop a good habit of drinking water, starting with a cup of barley tea
If you want to reduce sugar intake, stay away from emotions and chronic disease risks, start to develop the habit of drinking sugar-free barley tea or homemade flavored water from today!

In the hot summer, use the natural and fragrant barley tea to protect the health of yourself and your family.

 

 

Too much sugar can easily lead to depression. Tan Dunci: If you want to drink flavored beverages, drink this
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Tan Dunci's 5 ways to cool down and stay healthy during summer vacation
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