The general term for drinks consumed in saunas is "sauna drinks." Since you will sweat a lot when using the sauna, you can enjoy the sauna comfortably by preparing your favorite drink. Also, preparing drinks that are nutritious will help you stay healthy.

In this article, we will explain the basic knowledge of sauna drinks. We will also introduce some recommended sauna drink recipes, so please refer to them.

Basic knowledge of sauna drinks

First of all, what does "sauna drink" refer to? From here, we will introduce the definition and benefits of sauna drinks.


●What is sauna drink?

There is no clear definition of sauna drink, and it generally refers to any drinks that are drunk while taking a sauna. Many sauna drinks are made by mixing ``sports drinks and energy drinks'' or ``sports drinks and carbonated drinks.''

Sauna drinks are often consumed during breaks between each set or after leaving the sauna. By preparing a sauna drink, you can expect the effect of making you feel more "totonou".


●Benefits of sauna drinks

The benefits of sauna drinks include efficient hydration and a more refreshing feeling.

The amount of sweat produced in one sauna session is estimated to be 300 to 400 ml. It is essential to stay hydrated before and after the sauna, as sweating a lot can lead to dehydration.

Also, when your body is hot, drinking a cold drink can help you feel relaxed. We also recommend preparing a sauna drink to enjoy after sauna.

How to make a basic sauna drink using soft drinks

There are no set rules for making sauna drinks. From here, I will explain how to make a common sauna drink.


1. put ice in the glass

Prepare ice to cool your drink. If you don't want to cool your body, you can do it without ice.


2. Prepare a glass to mix the sauna drink


3. Pour your favorite sports drink, carbonated drink, or lactic acid drink into a glass.

Pour your favorite drink into the glass. Pour sports drinks, carbonated drinks, and lactic acid drinks in the proportions you like.

Please note that drinks containing a lot of caffeine or alcohol are not recommended after sauna. Caffeine and alcohol have diuretic effects, making them unsuitable for hydration. You may be tempted to choose alcohol or coffee, but it's best to avoid them if possible.

Recommended drinks for sauna made with Lypo-C

We also recommend using the vitamin C supplement "Lypo-C" in your sauna drink. Lypo-C has a salty taste (it tastes like seawater, which comes from the sodium used to stabilize the vitamin C and liposomes), but it goes well with any dish. Here's how to make a sauna drink using Lypo-C.

< Lypo-C × Easy Fruit Soda >

[Ingredients (for 1 glass)]
・Marmalade jam 1 tablespoon
・200ml carbonated water
・Mint (appropriate amount)
・ Lypo-C 1 packet

You can easily make it by just putting the above ingredients in a cup and mixing. The good thing about this is that it doesn't take a lot of time because it uses jam instead of fruit. You can also use strawberries or apricots for jam. It's also good to make it with your kids.

You'll feel like the carbonation permeates your body, so it's a great time to refresh after a sauna.

<Honey Lemon>

【material】
·water
·ice
・Honey
·lemon
·Ginger
·salt
・ Lypo-C

Just add water, ice, honey, a pinch of salt, grated ginger, squeezed lemon, and Lypo-C to a glass. Add sliced lemon to your liking for a luxurious drink.

Lemon and honey are foods rich in potassium. Potassium is lost through sweat, so it's perfect for post-sauna replenishment.

<Green tea lime>

【material】
·ice
·Carbonated water
·mint
·lime
・Cold-brewed green tea
・ Lypo-C

Fill a glass with ice, mint, and a slice of lime, then squeeze the lime juice. Finally, just pour in cold brewed green tea and carbonated water and it's done. The result is a cool-looking drink that's perfect for summer.

The ``catechins'' contained in green tea have antioxidant effects and lower cholesterol, and the ``amino acids'' have the effect of increasing physical strength and recovering from fatigue. Green tea lime is recommended for those who want to maintain their body condition.

< Lypo-C × Umeboshi & Carbonated Water>

【material】
·Salted plum
·ice
·lemon juice
・Carbonic acid
·Macrophyll
・ Lypo-C

Mix the loosened umeboshi, lemon juice, ice, carbonated water, and Lypo-C, and add shiso leaves. If you like, you can add dashi powder to give it a Japanese-style finish. Suitable for nourishing after sauna.

< Lypo-C x Sports Drink>

Just mix Lypo-C and a sports drink. Glucose and sucrose, which are often found in sports drinks, function primarily as energy and are characterized by their rapid decomposition and absorption. Suitable for those who want to quickly replenish nutrients after sauna.

< Lypo-C × Kiwi juice>

After squeezing kiwi fruit and making juice, mix Lypo-C. Kiwi is a food rich in vitamin E, which has antioxidant properties. It can be expected to be effective in preventing skin irritation such as acne and redness. If you want to get closer to beautiful skin, be sure to actively consume vitamin E.

< Lypo-C × Soybean/Plum Syrup>

【material】
・Big leaves
·Plum syrup
・Water (or carbonated water)
・ Lypo-C

Mix plum syrup diluted to your desired consistency with 1 to 2 shiso leaves in a blender, add Lypo-C, and mix.

The leaves are rich in beta-carotene and alpha-linoleic acid. Beta-carotene has the function of keeping the skin and mucous membranes healthy. This nutrition is recommended for those who want to get closer to firm and beautiful skin.

Additionally, α-linoleic acid can be expected to have the effect of preventing the formation of blood clots and lowering blood pressure. Those who want to improve blood flow should actively take it.

<Watermelon and goji berry detox juice>

【material】
・Watermelon 500g
・1 teaspoon of goji berry
・Mint (appropriate amount)
・ Lypo-C 2 packets

Add roughly chopped watermelon and goji berries to a blender, add Lypo-C, and it's done. Add watermelon to the rim of the glass for a special, summery drink.

You can eat not only the pulp but also the skin of watermelon. Watermelon peel contains an amino acid called citrulline, which is effective in promoting blood circulation and preventing swelling.

In addition, goji berries are rich in beta-carotene and are expected to have the effect of maintaining normal immune function. If you want to keep your body in good shape, you should actively consume it.

Prepare drinks to help you replenish your energy after sauna

In this article, we have explained in detail the basic knowledge and how to make sauna drinks. Sauna drinks not only give you a refreshing feeling, but they are also effective for replenishing your energy after sauna. Preparing drinks that suit you will help you maintain your health.

In particular, vitamin C is a recommended nutrient for those who want to improve their beauty. With Lypo-C, you can get 1,000mg of vitamin C in one packet. If you want to consume vitamin C efficiently, please check it out.

Article supervision


Director of Miyata Gastroenterology and Dermatology Clinic
Mr.Naoki Miyata

Miyata Gastroenterology Dermatology Clinic

Certified general internal medicine specialist by the Japanese Society of Internal Medicine, certified endoscopist by the Japanese Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Graduated from Taipei Medical University, Taiwan. Obtained doctoral degree from Keio University Graduate School of Medicine. After serving as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and a lecturer in the Department of Gastroenterology at the International University of Health and Welfare Mita Hospital, he gained experience at JCHO Yamate Medical Center, Mizonokuchi Ekimae Dermatology Department, Nagamine Orthopedics, etc., and moved to Hyakunincho, Shinjuku Ward in 2020. Opened Miyata Gastroenterology and Dermatology Clinic.

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