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Things are heating up in the Southeast and across the country, just in time for the Fourth of July weekend. The heat and increased outdoor activities that go with the holiday weekend and the summer can be a dangerous combination, as people sometimes don’t realize the dangerous health effects heat can have if they don’t take the proper precautions. So here are some basic tips for handling the heat from University of California Davis (spoiler alert: they include drinking beverages like Syfo):
• Drink before you’re thirsty — Thirst is often the first sign of dehydration. Experts recommend those who work outdoors drink one quart of water per hour. Those who work indoors should consider setting a “water alarm” to remind them to stay hydrated. The same can be said for anyone engaging in outdoor or indoor activities. Pay attention to your thirst.
• Acclimate yourself to the heat — It can can take time for your body to acclimate itself to the heat in the summer months. The UC Davis article quotes an expert as saying that you need to be mindful that your water requirements will increase with the heat.
• Skip the caffeine — Environmental physician Sheri Belafsky says: “It’s tempting to reach for a soda or iced tea on a warm day to quench your thirst. But people aren’t aware that the caffeine they’re consuming is doing the exact opposite of what they need. It’s dehydrating.” Instead, she recommends opting for herbal iced tea that’s decaffeinated, sparkling water, or creating your own “spa water” infused with fresh fruit. (We recommend Syfo Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters of course.)
• Exercise indoors or limit activities during the coolest parts of the day — As the Noel Coward song goes, only mad dogs and Englishman go out in the midday sun, meaning it’s foolish to ignore the physical demands of the midday heat. As sports medicine physician Brandee Waite says in the UC Davis piece: “People who exercise regularly often don’t consider the effects of heat on their performance and overall health. Make sure to plan your outdoor physical activities during the cooler morning and possibly evening hours.”
• Wear breathable fabrics — Try wearing lightweight cotton, linen or a blend that feels cool to the touch and is breathable. Avoid synthetic fabrics like polyester that don’t allow the body’s natural cooling system to work. If you’ll be in and out of buildings with air conditioning, experts suggest wearing light layers.
• Take regular timeouts amid outdoor activities — “Schedule a minimum of 10 minutes in the shade for every hour of exercise or activity,” Waite told UC Davis. “Children, older people and those who are less fit need more rest.” She notes that youngsters aren’t always aware that they need rest periods and water breaks.
• Know your personal risk — “Certain populations are more vulnerable to the heat,” Belafsky said. “including people with chronic kidney disease or diabetes for example. It’s important to understand how extreme temperatures affect your medical condition.” Belafsky in the UC Davis article also shared that common medications can impact a person’s ability to stay cool or hydrated. Thyroid medication and diuretics that treat blood pressure can cause excessive sweating and salt depletion that leads to dehydration. Beta-blockers for heart conditions can impair sweating, which makes it hard for the body to cool itself.
So be prepared, stay hydrated and cool this Fourth of July and throughout the summer with Syfo. Our products contain no sodium, preservatives, artificial sweeteners or any other additives. With four delightful all-natural flavors, Syfo is a great way to stay hydrated this weekend and throughout the year.
Happy Fourth everyone!
Memorial Day is a chance to remember all the service men and women for their sacrifice, and it’s become one of America’s favorite holiday weekends. Traditionally this weekend heralds the start of summer — and now more than ever Americans could use the time to enjoy the outdoors and sun.
But as we venture out for this weekend and the throughout summer, it’s important to eat well, stay hydrated and be mindful of your health. Follow the experts’ advice for safely enjoying this weekend during the pandemic. If you’re heading to the beach, pack that sunscreen to offset the hot sun. If you’re having a cookout with your family — in addition to all the meats – add shrimp, a green salad and fresh fruit to help balance the meal. And with any of your outdoor activities, it’s important to have plenty to drink to stay hydrated in the heat.
And not just any liquid. Soft drinks, energy drinks, iced tea, alcohol and similar beverages can actually dehydrate you. This especially true for sugar-laden drinks, where research has shown that the sugar in these drinks removes water from the body.
That’s why water is the perfect beverage choice for all the summer fun ahead and Syfo Beverages can give you the best of both worlds. Our Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters and Original Seltzer are made with purified water and contain no sugar, sodium, artificial sweeteners, preservatives or other additives. The effervescence is refreshing, the water hydrating and our all-natural flavors make Syfo the perfect complement for any summer activity, get-together or meal. For the perfect summer treat, try our new Peach-Pear Naturally Flavored Sparkling Water!
So safely enjoy all of your Memorial Day weekend activities this year while remembering our brave service men and women. And be sure to have plenty of Syfo on hand for those summer days ahead.
Earth Day 2025 is Tuesday, April 22 and people all over the world will be focusing on the health of the environment and their own personal well-being. At Syfo, we believe promoting a healthy environment and health in people go hand in hand. We’ve taken steps to ensure that Syfo products are as GREEN as possible in every way, so they’re both healthy for the planet as well as healthy beverages for your body. We do everything we can to reduce waste in the supply stream by making every part of the Syfo packaging and bottling fully recyclable. The water we use in Syfo is purified through reverse osmosis and we return the waste water from the process back into the environment in a more purified state. Since the water we use to produce Syfo comes from a centrally located aquifer, it doesn’t require a heavy carbon footprint to make it to the production facility and the consumer.
We also consolidate our less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments to improve transportation efficiency, and we collaborate with our suppliers to save money, reduce waste and conserve energy. And of course the packaging and bottles that we use for all of our Syfo products are 100% recyclable.
As is well-known, Syfo Beverages Original Seltzer and Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters are made from purified water and are free of preservatives, chemical additives, sugar, sodium or artificial sweeteners. That makes them healthy beverages for your body and the environment.
Celebrate Hanukkah with Syfo Beverages this holiday season. In addition to being one of the healthiest beverages on the market, the Syfo is certified Kosher by the largest and most widely respected Kashruth agency — the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America. Syfo is sold at all Publix Super Markets throughout the Southeast, Winn-Dixie in Florida and many independent grocers throughout the region.
Try these delicious and festive drink recipes to enjoy during Hanukkah this year.
Manischewitz Spritzer
This is an adaptation of a recipe that we found on the Manischewitz website:
INGREDIENTS:
- 1½ cup of mixed frozen berries
- Syfo Kosher Wild Cherry Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- Manischewitz Blackberry Wine
PREPARATION:
In a large pitcher, mix 1 part of Syfo Sparkling Water and 1 part Manischewitz Blackberry Wine. Mix in frozen fruit and add in ice if needed. Enjoy!
Adult Hanukkah Beverage
This recipe is a variation of the many blue-themed drink recipes that are common for Hanukkah:
INGREDIENTS:
- Blue Curacao Liqueur
- Syfo Kosher Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- Ice
- Citrus Flavored Vodka
PREPARATION:
Mix 2 parts of Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water, 1 part Blue Curacao and 1 part citrus vodka, with ice. Stir gently in a glass and drink up!
Non Alcoholic Hanukkah Blue Beverage
Here’s a blue recipe for the kids!
INGREDIENTS:
- Blue Raspberry Kool-Aid
- Syfo Kosher Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- Ice
- White Grape Juice
PREPARATION:
Combine 1 part Kool-Aid, 1 part white grape juice and 1 part Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water. Pour over ice and of course serve with a blue bendy straw.
Honey Hanukkah Punch
A tasty but not too sweet punch, adapted from a recipe on Liquors.com
INGREDIENTS:
- Dark Rum or Light Rum
- Fresh Lime Juice
- Honey Syrup (two parts honey, 1 part water)
- Syfo Kosher Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
PREPARATION:
Combine 2 part rum, 2 parts Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water, 1 part lime juice and desired amount of honey syrup. Mix gently and pour over ice in a glass. Sprinkle a bit of ground nutmeg for garnish, if desired
Rosemary Gin Cocktail
From ahealthylifeforme.com, here’s a refreshing gin cocktail that’s perfect for Hanukkah and includes a homemade rosemary syrup.
INGREDIENTS:
For the rosemary syrup:
- 1/4 cup ground Rosemary1/2 cup water1/2 cup of sugar
For the cocktail:
- 1 and 1/2 oz of Gin (we used Saphire)
- 3/4 oz Rosemary syrup
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 of a lemon, squeezed)
- Syfo Original Seltzer
- Sprig of Rosemary for garnish
PREPARATION:
Bring the water to a boil, add the sugar and rosemary and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and steep the mixture off heat for 45 minutes.Strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl.Fill glass with ice. Add gin, lemon and Rosemary simple syrup and stir.Top with a splash of Syfo Original Seltzer, stir briefly and garnish with a rosemary sprig.We hope you enjoy these recipes and everyone at Syfo would like to wish you and your family a very Happy Hanukkah.
‘Tis the season to be jolly! Enjoy these sparkling Syfolicious Christmas beverage recipes during the holiday season (and anytime). Wow your guests with these festive and refreshing Christmas beverage concoctions made with Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Waters. For those who prefer a simpler, no sugar/no alcohol sparkling drink, there is the delicious and refreshing Sparkling Cranberry Grapefruit Punch.
Cranberry- Lime Christmas Punch
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 Cups Fresh Cranberries
- 1 Cup Water
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 6 Cups Chilled Syfo Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- ½ Cup of Fresh Lime Juice
- 1.5 Cups of Vodka (optional)
- Lime Slices for Garnish
PREPARATION:
First, combine fresh cranberries, water and sugar in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat for about 8 minutes, or until cranberries begin to pop. Make sure to stir occasionally. Using a strain and glass bowl, pour cranberry mixture through a strainer to remove any solid pieces from the cranberries. Set aside and let cool completely for at least an hour. Once cooled, combine cranberry mixture, sparkling water, lime juice and vodka (optional), in a large pitcher or punch bowl. Pour over ice if desired and garnish with lime slices and fresh cranberries for a red and green festive drink!
Recipe courtesy of MyRecipes.com
Party Pomegranate Fizz
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 oz of Gin
- 1 oz of Pomegranate Liqueur
- Syfo Wild Cherry Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- Pomegranate Seeds for garnish if desired
PREPARATION:
Combine Gin and Pomegranate Liqueur in a shake with ice. Pour over ice and top with Syfo Kosher Wild Cherry Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water. Garnish with pomegranate seeds if desired.
Recipe courtesy of Yummly.com
White Cranberry Winter Spritzer
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 ¾ Cups of White Cranberry Juice
- 2 Tablespoons of Sugar
- 1 Teaspoon of Chopped Fresh Rosemary
- 12 Mint Leaves
- ¼ Fresh Lime Juice
- 3 Cups of Chilled Syfo Original Seltzer
- 1 ½ Cups of White Rum
- Ice
PREPARATION:
Combine cranberry juice, sugar, rosemary and mint in a small saucepan and bring to boil. Remove pan from heat and allow the mixture to cool completely. Using a strainer and glass bowl, pour cranberry mixture through a strainer to remove any solid pieces. Stir in the lime juice, cover and refrigerate. Once chilled, combine juice mixture, Syfo Original Seltzer, and rum into a large pitcher or punch bowl. Pour over ice and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
Recipe courtesy of MyRecipes.com
Christmas Punch
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 Cups Chilled Pomegranate Juice
- 1 Cup Chilled Cranberry Juice
- 1 Cup of Vodka
- 1 Cup of Orange Liqueur
- 1 Cup Chilled Syfo Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- ½ Cup of Fresh Lemon Juice
- ½ Cup of Simple Syrup (water and sugar, heated in a saucepan)
- Ice
PREPARATION:
Combine cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, vodka, orange liqueur, Syfo Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water and simple syrup in a large punch bowl. Pour over ice in glass and garnish with cranberries if desired.
Recipe courtesy of Yummly.com
Sparkling Cranberry-Grapefruit Punch
INGREDIENTS
- 2 Cups of Chilled Cranberry Juice Cocktail
- 3/4 cup Fresh Florida Grapefruit Juice (or any not from concentrate)
- 1 10-ounce Bottle Syfo Naturally Flavored Lemon Lime Sparkling Water
- 2 Cups of Ice cubes
PREPARATION
In a pitcher combine the cranberry and grapefruit juice. Gently stir in the Syfo Naturally-Flavored Lemon-Lime Sparkling Water and add the ice cubes. Garnish with Florida orange or grapefruit wedges (optional). Substitute orange juice for grapefruit juice.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories per serving: 36
- Per serving: 36 Calories; 0g Fat (1% calories from fat); 0g Protein;
- 9g Carbohydrate; 0mg Cholesterol; 1mg Sodium
We hope you enjoy these refreshing holiday beverage recipes and everyone at Syfo Beverages would like to wish you a happy and healthy Holiday Season.