Spice up your Summer with Skinny Summertime Sangria

by Cascade Ice on June 11, 2020

Nothing says “Let’s welcome summertime” better than a refreshing sangria! This recipe will have your taste buds dancing, but won’t sabotage your healthy living goals. 

Our Skinny Summertime Sangria recipe is made with fruit and wine (like most sangrias), but offers less sugar and fewer calories! While a regular or pre-made sangria can contain almost 300 calories for an 8 ounce glass, this recipe can shave off as much as half the calories, so you can sip with confidence! 

Ingredients:

1/4 cup frozen fruit (reach for ones high in antioxidants like strawberries, blueberries and raspberries) 

4 ounces red wine

1/2 ounce lemon juice

1/2 ounce orange juice

6 ounces Cascade Ice Sparkling Water in Wild Berry 

Fresh strawberry slice for garnish (if desired)

Ice

Place frozen berries at the bottom of your desired glass, and add orange and lemon juices. Muddle the berries, and add wine. Fill up the glass with ice, and top with Cascade Ice. Garnish, sip, and take in the sights and sounds of summertime! 

What’s your favorite summertime cocktail? Tell us in the comments below, or share a photo! Remember to “like” and “follow” us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Can Staying Hydrated Help Your Skin Look Better?

by Cascade Ice on June 5, 2020

Staying hydrated is one of the most important things you can do to make your entire body function well. But one essential organ that often gets overlooked (even though it’s the biggest!) is our skin. 

The average adult body is nearly 60 percent water, and our skin alone contains 63 percent water. Water is essential for cells to carry nutrients throughout our body and other organs. When you don’t get enough, it can keep your body from eliminating toxins through your skin, which in turn makes your skin more susceptible to skin problems like eczema, psoriasis, discoloration, and even premature aging. 

The good news? You can actively make small changes each day to help keep your skin looking great. If you have a sweaty workout, make sure you replenish your fluids by drinking extra water or a sports drink with electrolytes. If you want a snack that will keep you hydrated and give you extra energy, make a smoothie! With all of the fresh fruit and vegetables, smoothies are an awesome (and yummy!) way to stay hydrated. Lastly, make a daily water intake goal. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined that an adequate daily fluid intake is 15.5 cups of fluids for men, and 11.5 cups of fluids a day for women. Bored with tap water? Pick up a Cascade Ice Sparkling Water. With so many flavors and varieties, you’ll never lose interest in staying hydrated to achieve healthy, glowing skin! 

How do you make sure you take care of your skin? Tell us in the comments below! Remember to “like” and “follow” us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Quick and Easy Ways to Boost Your Energy

by Cascade Ice on May 29, 2020

We all strive to be the best version of ourselves. This includes taking good care of your health and monitoring energy levels throughout your day. With today’s busy lifestyles and the added stresses we encounter, this can sometimes be a challenge. Below we offer 4 simple ways to boost your energy levels that are natural and can be done every day with little effort.

Lower your stress levels

Stress can really take a toll on your energy. Chronic stress can worsen your physical and mental health over time and zap your energy stores. Make time to do what relaxes you – whether it’s working on a special hobby, exercising or relaxing. Check out our tips on how to manage your stress here.

Get more magnesium

Most of us are not getting enough magnesium, which results in feelings of exhaustion.  A magnesium deficiency makes your heart beat faster and requires more oxygen for your body to get things done each day. Try getting more magnesium the natural way = like eating more almonds, cashews, and hazelnuts, as well as fresh fish. 

Drink lots of water

Another culprit causing your energy levels to drop is dehydration. Quite literally, your body runs on water, and by the time you realize you are thirsty, you’re likely already dehydrated. Make sure to drink a lot of water throughout the day, and if regular water gets boring, grab a Cascade Ice Sparkling Water to add some flavor! You will find that upping your water intake will give you a boost of energy to power through the day. 

Try a power nap

A recent study conducted by the National Institutes of Health found that taking an hour-long nap can prevent feelings of fatigue. Even if you don’t have the time to take a 1-hour nap each day, smaller naps can also be beneficial in helping with burnout. 

What’s your favorite way to boost your energy? Tell us in the comments below, or share a photo! Remember to “like” and “follow” us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Skinny Cocktails That are Perfect to Drink at the Pool or Beach

by Cascade Ice on May 22, 2020

Now that temperatures are heating up all over the U.S., it’s time to spend some time by the pool or at the beach (or any body of water, for that matter!) And what better way to relax and hydrate than a skinny cocktail made with Cascade Ice Sparkling Water? Here are just a few that will take your imagination to blue waters and sandy beaches!

Grapefruit Negroni Fizz

Ice 

1/2 cup Cascade Ice Sparkling Water in Pink Grapefruit 

2 tablespoons (1 oz.) gin 

2 tablespoons (1 oz.) Campari

Lemon peel twist

Fill any glass with ice, add Cascade Ice, gin, and Campari; stir to blend. Garnish with lemon peel twist. 

Pina Colada Sparkler

Ice

2 Tbsp. pineapple juice 

1/4 cup (2 oz.) light rum 

1/4 cup Cascade Ice Sparkling Water in Coconut 

Fresh pineapple

Stir together pineapple juice, rum, and Cascade Ice in an ice-filled glass. Garnish with fresh pineapple slices.

Sunrise on the Beach

Ice 

2 tablespoons (1 oz.) grenadine 

3 tablespoons (1 1/2 oz.) tequila 

6 tablespoons orange juice 

1/4 cup Cascade Ice Sparkling Water in Orange Mango

Maraschino cherry 

Fill a tall glass with ice; add grenadine. Top with tequila, orange juice, and Cascade Ice, stir. Garnish with maraschino cherries.

What’s your favorite warm weather cocktail? Tell us in the comments below, or share a photo! Remember to “like” and “follow” us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.