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With heatwaves now a regular part of the British summer, knowing what to reach for keeps you cool, hydrated and feeling well. Here is a sensible guide, starting with the best choice of all. The quick answer: On a hot day, plain water is the best drink for staying hydrated. It has no sugar, no calories, and your body absorbs it easily. When you sweat a lot you also lose minerals, so a naturally mineral-rich water such as a magnesium water can help replace them. For variety, lightly fizzy fermented drinks like kombucha, real-root ginger beers and botanical sodas, diluted natural juices, coconut water, and homemade lemonades and infused waters, all add interest while keeping you hydrated. Go easy on alcohol, very sugary fizzy drinks and large amounts of caffeine, which do less for you in the heat. Why does what you drink matter more in hot weather? When the temperature climbs, your body sweats to cool itself down. Sweat is mostly water, but it also carries dissolved minerals called electrolytes. The main one is sodium, but you also lose potassium and magnesium. During a UK heatwave you can lose far more fluid this way than on a mild day, often without noticing. If you do not replace that fluid, you can become dehydrated. Early signs include thirst, a dry mouth, dark yellow urine, tiredness, dizziness and headaches. The simple fix is to drink regularly through the day rather than waiting until you feel parched, and to top up minerals after a lot of sweating. What is the best drink on a hot day? Water. It is the most effective everyday choice for hydration, it has no sugar or calories, and it is cheap and easy to find. The NHS recommends drinking plenty of fluids in hot weather, with water as the mainstay. A few practical tips make it easier to drink enough: Keep a bottle with you and sip steadily rather than gulping a lot at once. Cool water, rather than ice-cold, is often easier to drink in larger amounts. Add slices of lemon, cucumber or mint if plain water feels dull. You are more likely to keep drinking something you enjoy. Eat water-rich foods too, such as cucumber, tomatoes, melon and berries. Why drink magnesium water on hot days? When you sweat, you lose magnesium along with other electrolytes, and magnesium has a direct role in how your muscles and energy levels work. Under the official GB and EU nutrition and health claims register, magnesium is authorised to carry these claims: it contributes to normal muscle function, to electrolyte balance, and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. These are often the first things to suffer when you are hot and tired. A naturally magnesium-rich mineral water is an easy way to take some on board while you rehydrate. Donat Mg Magnesium Water is a naturally sparkling mineral water from Slovenia that is naturally high in magnesium, rather than having a little added in. Because it is so mineral-dense, it is sensible to introduce it gradually and drink it alongside your ordinary water, not in place of it. Kombucha and fermented drinks Kombucha is lightly sparkling tea that has been fermented with a culture of bacteria and yeasts. It is refreshing, slightly sharp in taste, and usually has much less sugar than a typical fizzy drink. Served cold, it makes a good alternative to soft drinks on a warm afternoon. Worth trying from our range: Organic Ginger Kombucha, Equinox (250ml) Organic Classic Jun-Kombucha, Loving Foods (330ml) Organic Lemon & Ginger Jun-Kombucha, Loving Foods (330ml) Ginger beers and botanical sodas A ginger beer made with real root ginger, or a botanical soda built on plant and fruit extracts, gives you something fizzy and full of flavour without the heavy sweetness of standard cola or lemonade. These are treats rather than everyday hydration, but a cold bottle on a hot day is a better choice than a sugary energy drink. Organic Hot Ginger Beer, Luscombe (270ml) Organic Ginger Beer, Belvoir (750ml) Zesty Yuzu Bamboo Water, Juno (250ml) Natural juices and coconut water Natural fruit juices give you fluid plus some vitamins, but they also contain natural sugars, so they hydrate best when you dilute them with still or sparkling water. This stretches the flavour and lowers the amount of sugar per glass. Coconut water is another summer favourite. It is naturally refreshing and supplies electrolytes including potassium and a little magnesium, which is why it has a reputation as a natural hydration drink. Coconut Water, Vita Coco (1L) Homemade lemonades and infused waters If you want something cooling without buying it, a jug of homemade lemonade or infused water is cheap, quick to make and lets you keep the sugar low. A few that work well in summer: Classic lemonade: fresh lemon juice topped up with still or sparkling water, sweetened lightly to taste. Lemon and thyme: lemon slices with a couple of sprigs of thyme, left to infuse for an hour. Fresh lime: lime juice and a few slices over ice, topped with sparkling water. Watermelon: blend watermelon, strain out the bits, and finish with a squeeze of lime. Cucumber water: a few slices of cucumber left in a jug of cold water for a couple of hours. Keep any added sugar to a minimum so these stay refreshing rather than sickly. For a simple homemade electrolyte drink after heavy sweating, add a small pinch of Fine Himalayan Salt to a glass of lemon water. What should you go easy on in the heat? Some drinks do less for you when it is hot. Alcohol has a mild diuretic effect and can leave you more dehydrated, so it helps to alternate alcoholic drinks with water. Very sugary fizzy drinks deliver a lot of sugar without quenching thirst well. Large amounts of caffeine can also have a mild diuretic effect, so if you drink a lot of coffee or energy drinks, balance them with extra water. None of these are off limits. They are simply not the best choices during a heatwave. Key takeaways Water is the best all-round drink for hot weather. Sip regularly rather than waiting until you are thirsty. Heavy sweating loses minerals. A magnesium-rich water such as Donat Mg helps replace them, and magnesium is authorised to support muscle function, electrolyte balance and reduced tiredness. Kombucha, real-root ginger beers and botanical sodas are refreshing lower-sugar treats. Dilute natural juices with water, and coconut water adds electrolytes like potassium. Homemade lemonades and infused waters (lemon, lime, thyme, watermelon, cucumber) are cheap, low-sugar ways to stay hydrated. Go easy on alcohol, very sugary drinks and large amounts of caffeine, and alternate them with water. Stock up for the summer at Whole Food Earth® Donat Mg Magnesium Water, naturally sparkling and rich in magnesium Organic Ginger Kombucha, Equinox (250ml) Organic Classic Jun-Kombucha, Loving Foods (330ml) Organic Lemon & Ginger Jun-Kombucha, Loving Foods (330ml) Organic Hot Ginger Beer, Luscombe (270ml) Organic Ginger Beer, Belvoir (750ml) Zesty Yuzu Bamboo Water, Juno (250ml) Coconut Water, Vita Coco (1L) Frequently asked questions What is the best thing to drink in hot weather? Plain water is the best everyday drink for hydration in hot weather because it has no sugar or calories and is absorbed quickly. When you have been sweating heavily, a mineral-rich water and electrolytes help replace what you lose. Is magnesium water good for hot days? Sweating causes you to lose magnesium, and magnesium is officially recognised as contributing to normal muscle function, electrolyte balance and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. A naturally magnesium-rich water like Donat Mg is an easy way to top it up while you rehydrate. Introduce it gradually, as it is very mineral-dense. Does kombucha hydrate you? Yes. Kombucha is mostly water, so it adds to your fluid intake, and it is usually lower in sugar than standard fizzy drinks. Served cold it is a refreshing alternative to soft drinks. Are fizzy drinks bad in a heatwave? Very sugary fizzy drinks do not quench thirst well and add a lot of sugar. Lower-sugar options such as kombucha, real-root ginger beer and botanical sodas are better choices, and water remains the best for staying properly hydrated. How much should I drink on a hot day? There is no single figure, as it depends on your size, activity and how hot it is, but the general UK guidance is 6 to 8 glasses of fluid a day, with more when it is hot or you are active. Use thirst and the colour of your urine as a practical guide; pale straw is what you are aiming for. Sources: Authorised magnesium claims via the EU Register on nutrition and health claims (Commission Regulation (EU) No 432/2012) and the EFSA scientific opinion on magnesium. Hot-weather hydration guidance: NHS, how to cope in hot weather. This article is general information, not medical advice.

In the world of bottled water, most brands are essentially just filtered tap water in a plastic bottle. They might boast about being "spring fresh," but they offer very little in the way of actual nutritional density. If you're building a clean-label pantry, you know that every calorie—and every sip—should work hard for your body. Have you heard about Donat magnesium water? It isn't just water; it's a functional, single-ingredient powerhouse that has been a European secret for centuries. For those looking to support their gut health and nervous system without relying on synthetic supplements or artificial "coloured" fortified drinks, Donat is a total game-changer. What Makes Donat Different? Donat comes from a unique natural source in Rogaška Slatina, Slovenia. Unlike standard mineral waters, it is one of the most magnesium-rich waters in the world. We aren't talking about a trace amount; Donat contains roughly 1000 mg of magnesium per litre. In a modern diet, magnesium is often the "missing mineral." Because our soils are increasingly depleted, even those eating a Non-UPF diet can struggle to hit their targets. Donat provides this essential mineral in a highly bioavailable, liquid form that the body can actually use. The Health Benefits: Beyond Simple Hydration 1. A Natural Hero for Gut Health Donat is most famous for its ability to support digestion. It is clinically proven to help the digestive system function naturally. The combination of magnesium and sulphate ions helps to draw water into the digestive tract, making it a gentle, honest way to maintain regularity without the need for industrial laxatives or "tacky" chemical interventions. 2. Reducing Tiredness and Fatigue Magnesium is the "spark plug" of our cells. It's involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in the body, including energy-yielding metabolism. If you're feeling that 3 PM slump, a glass of Donat can help support your nervous system and reduce fatigue far more effectively than a third cup of coffee. 3. Muscle and Bone Support For those with active lifestyles, magnesium is non-negotiable for muscle function and electrolyte balance. Donat helps prevent the "jittery" feeling of a deficiency and works alongside your clean-label pantry staples—like Pumpkin Seeds and Organic Oats—to ensure your mineral stores are topped up. How to Drink It Because Donat is so nutritionally dense, you don't drink it like ordinary water. It is a functional booster. For Digestion: Drink 0.2L to 0.3L at room temperature first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. For General Mineral Support: Drink 0.1L to 0.2L cold or at room temperature before meals throughout the day. The Taste: It has a distinct, slightly metallic and salty flavour because of its high mineral content. It doesn't taste like "nothing"—it tastes like integrity. Ditching the Artificial Supplements Most magnesium supplements on the UK high street are filled with "nasties": magnesium oxide (which is poorly absorbed), bulkers like microcrystalline cellulose, and coloured artificial coatings. By choosing Donat, you are choosing a Non-UPF source of minerals. It is water, gas, and minerals—nothing else. No industrial binders, no synthetic flavourings, just "soil to spoon" (or in this case, "spring to glass") nutrition. Magnesium in Donat Mg plays a vital role and works on several health difficulties in combination with a varied and balanced diet as part of a healthy lifestyle. Reduces stress, fatigue & tiredness Replenishes the electrolytes Helps with muscle cramps Rebalances magnesium deficiency Revitalises the lost minerals Eliminates heartburn & indigestion Absorbs better & faster than pills Is an excellent natural recovery drink Stock Your Functional Pantry Looking to elevate your health without the artificial industrial shortcuts? Source your high-integrity staples through The Club. Joining our private UK wholesale community is free and unlocks prices up to 55% off.

Walk into any UK high-street shop today, and you'll see rows of colourful bottles labelled "Kombucha". It has become the go-to drink for the health-conscious, but few people actually know what it is. Is it a tea? Is it a cider? Is it just fizzy vinegar? At Whole Foods Earth, we like to look at the biology. Kombucha is a fermented tea, but unlike a standard brew, it is a product of a symbiotic relationship between bacteria and yeast. Meet the SCOBY: The Biological Engine The heart of every batch of kombucha is the SCOBY. This stands for Symbiotic Culture Of Bacteria and Yeast. To a normal person, it looks like a rubbery, beige pancake. To a scientist, it is a highly organised "biofilm"—a living city where billions of microbes work together. How the "City" Works: The Yeast: First, the yeast in the SCOBY "wakes up" and eats the sugar you've added to the tea. It turns that sugar into ethanol (alcohol) and carbon dioxide (the fizz). The Bacteria: Then, the bacteria (Acetobacter) take that ethanol and convert it into organic acids—like acetic and gluconic acid. This 7-to-21-day "hand-off" is why kombucha has that signature tart, vinegary tang. If the bacteria didn't do their job, you'd just have alcoholic tea! The Great Sugar Myth One of the biggest questions we get in the UK is: "If it's healthy, why is there sugar on the ingredient list?" Here is the scientific truth: The sugar isn't for you; it's for the microbes. Sugar is the fuel that keeps the SCOBY alive. During the fermentation process, the bacteria and yeast consume the vast majority of that sugar. By the time you drink it, a raw, traditionally made kombucha is very low in sugar, but high in the beneficial acids and B-vitamins created during the process. Real Kombucha vs. "Kombucha Soda" Because kombucha is popular, many large drinks companies have started making "fake" versions. As a consumer, you need to know the difference: Real, Raw Kombucha: It is unpasteurised and "alive." You might see a little bit of sediment at the bottom of the bottle—that's a good sign! It means the microbes are still there. It needs to be kept in the fridge to stop the bacteria from over-fermenting. Kombucha-Flavoured Soda: Some brands take a sterile, fizzy tea, add a bit of kombucha flavouring, and then pasteurise it (kill everything) so it can sit on a warm shelf for months. This is basically just "dead" tea with bubbles. It has none of the organic acids or live cultures that make real kombucha a health staple. Why Your Liver Loves Organic Acids The "secret weapon" of kombucha isn't just the probiotics; it's the organic acids. Specifically, Glucuronic Acid. In clinical studies, this acid has been shown to assist the liver in "conjugation"—a fancy word for grabbing hold of toxins and escorting them out of the body. When you drink raw kombucha, you aren't just getting a refreshing drink; you're giving your body a biological tool to help clean itself. How to Choose a Real Brew When shopping at Whole Foods Earth or your local independent shop, look for these three markers of truth: "Keep Refrigerated": If it doesn't need a fridge, it's likely been heat-treated (dead). "Raw/Unpasteurised": This ensures the enzymes and acids are intact. Low Sugar (post-fermentation): Check the nutritional label. A real ferment should have less than 4g or 5g of sugar per 100ml. Explore our range of Raw, Organic Kombuchas

Suffering from a terrible hangover after Saturday night? Fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi and kombucha are the key to cure headaches and nausea related to hangovers. These incredibly nutritious and gut-friendly foods are among the most effective natural remedies that help you recover. If you partied hard the previous night and are now feeling dehydrated and craving a full English breakfast with a coffee latte or a large soft drink, think of a more healthy breakfast option with the addition of some fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi and drink a kombucha of kefir. These probiotic-rich foods will boost your digestive system health. They contain live bacteria which have a positive impact on the gut microbiome, something which can get damaged with excess alcohol consumption. Alcohol can be harmful to the gut. It disturbs the short-chain fatty acids, which are responsible for maintaining gut health by reducing inflammation and regulating immune function. In the body, the alcohol is converted into acetaldehyde and later into acetate, which then disturbs the short-chain fatty acids and causes hangover symptoms. Fermented foods keep the gut healthy and improve the intestinal barrier function, so it is less affected by alcohol. If you consume fermented foods after drinking, they will help you remove the alcohol from your body and reduce the hangover symptoms. A short-chain fatty acid known as butyrate which is found in some kombuchas, can help restore he ratio.

Supermarkets don't have it all! If you're looking for speciality drinks and feel good beverages, try online shops where you can find good quality speciality beverages, healthy fermented drinks like kombucha or kefir water, coconut water, organic ginger beer, organic lemonade and jiggers. Kombucha Kombucha is a fermented probiotic drink made from black tea or green tea, which can be flavoured with different fruits. Kombucha has great health benefits, including improving digestion - that's why it is known as good for your gut drink. Our tip: Organic Lemon & Ginger Jun-Kombucha - Loving Foods Loving Foods Jun-Kombucha is naturally cultured using organic green tea a using a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY) to drive the fermentation process. Organic ginger beer Ginger beer is a carbonated, non-alcoholic drink made from ginger, sugar, water, and yeast. This spicy and refreshing drink is perfect not only for summer. It has been known and produced for centuries, and it is enjoyed alone as a soft drink or a mixer in cocktails. Our tip: Cool Ginger Beer 270ml - Organic - Luscombe This delicious drink is made with fresh root ginger, brewed into a delightfully not-too-hot ginger beer. It is very slightly sparkling. Loved by kids and adults. Though adults may want to try it as a mixer with some organic rum. Our tip: Organic Ginger Beer - Belvoir This organic ginger beer is packed with fresh ginger extract that makes its flavour unique. It's the special taste that you only get when you use real ginger. It contains no preservatives, flavourings or anything artificial. Great as a mixer with vodka, rum or other spirits. Water kefir Kefir water is another fermented drink rich in probiotics. It is packed with vitamins such as vitamin B1, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12. It also has some antibiotic and antifungal properties and can help support your immune system. Our tip: Blood Orange Bitters Water Kefir - Agua De Madre Coconut water Coconut water is a type of juice from the coconut. Pure coconut water had no added sugar and is low in calories. You can drink coconut water for its electrolytes - which are the minerals that help you stay hydrated. Our tip: Coconut Water - Vita Coco The pure natural taste of coconut water from young green coconuts. Wonderfully refreshing and rehydrating. Fabulous in cocktails. Madonna's favourite tipple. Lemonade Lemonade is a sweet fizzy drink made from lemons (or other fruit), sugar, and water. It is a perfect refreshing summer drink for hot days. Made with citrus fruit, it provides you with a dose of vitamin C and antioxidants. Our tip: Luscombe Organic Sicilian Lemonade A classic still lemonade made of sharp Sicilian lemons, rounded off with an indulgent splash of Madagascan vanilla. Tonic water & jigger 'Jigger' is an old English term for good measure, and tonic definition says it's a medicinal substance taken to give a feeling of vigour or well-being and this is exactly what these amazing soft drinks are. They are made using the botanical brewing process and all-natural ingredients, which are infused, blended and fermented for a full seven days to give you a fantastic flavour. Our tip for tonic: Pink Rhubarb Tonic Water - Fentimans Fentimans’ Pink Rhubarb Tonic Water is made with sweet rhubarb and botanical extracts for a tonic reminiscent of vintage sweets. You can mix with a classic London Dry gin and garnish with lemon and mint. Our tip for jigger: Mandarin & Seville Orange Jigger - Fentimans Made with the juice of eight mandarins and the zest of a Seville orange in every bottle, with a hint of ginger and infused with herbal extracts. Perfectly balanced, the result is a full-bodied, deliciously refreshing soft drink.

Matcha is a type of green tea that has been consumed in Japan and China for hundreds of years. Known for it amazing health benefits, matcha can help improve your immunity system, levels of energy, skin and mind. Japanese Matcha tea is a fine powder made from green tea leaves. Like all tea, Matcha is made from the tea plant Camellia sinensis.Tea leaves grown for Matcha are specially shade-grown to enhance the chlorophyll levels and the amino acid theanine, which is thought to give the drink its deep earthy umami flavour. Matcha is traditionally prepared in a small bowl with a bamboo whisk. It can be used to create hot and cold drinks, smoothies or added to cakes and pastries. Because of its unique flavour and superfood status, it's now featured in many healthy recipes. Matcha improves immunity system The antioxidants that matcha contains protect the cells from free radicals and boost your immune system. One of the antioxidant called catechin EGEG is useful in preventing and defending the body from bacterial and viral infections. The protection from free radicals helps reduce inflammation and ease the symptoms of some long-term medical conditions such as arthritis. Matcha improves cognitive function Matcha contains some caffeine and antioxidants. When consumed in balance, matcha has some health-improving qualities that include promoting cognitive function, and energy levels. Promotes Relaxation Despite the caffeine content matcha has a calming effect and helps people to relax. It's thanks to significant levels of the chemical called L-theanine. It enables a constant release of caffeine, lessening the hazardous effects that caffeine causes some people anxiety and nervousness. This helps to stay attentive, focused and relaxed. Matcha is healthier than coffee & helps in stress relief Matcha is a source of some additional nutrients not found in coffee and may improve the functioning of the brain. L-theanine improves alpha wave activity in the brain, boosting alertness, focus, as well as relaxation. Matcha also helps in stress relief and helps people with memory loss. It's a good product for people suffering with illnesses like dementia and Alzheimer's. Promotes healthy skin & slows skin aging Matcha helps with clearing your skin through plethora of antioxidants. The catechins in green tea neutralise oxidative stress in skin, which slows the aging process. It also helps to fight common skin diseases such as acne and rosacea. The EGCg has anti-inflammatory properties that lessen skin irritation and minimise rash and redness. The tannins in matcha narrow the pores and stop excessive oil production. Matcha can be used as a skin exfoliator removing dead skin cells and helping you get a more youthful-looking clean complexion. Where to buy matcha in bulk? If you consume organic matcha at home or need larger quantities of it for your restaurant or cafe, you can easily buy matcha in bulk in online stores. At Wholefood Earth, you will always find match at great prices. Buy organic matcha online