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NOAA is predicting the most active hurricane season since at least 2005 for 2024. And Hurricane Beryl is the strongest Atlantic storm on record for this early in the season. For any storms that may come our way this year, it’s important to be prepared and ready to keep you and your family safe.
Part of that preparation is ensuring that you have plenty of non-perishable food, water and other healthy beverages on hand. Syfo Original Seltzer and Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters are great to have in supply in addition to water because they’re purified, taste terrific and keep you hydrated, unlike soda and some other sweetened drinks. But because products often sell out when a storm approaches, be sure to always have plenty of Syfo on hand.
Of course there are other steps you’ll need to take to keep you and your family safe for the 2014 hurricane season. Click here to read informative hurricane preparedness tips on Ready.gov and be sure to to stay tuned to your local news outlets and weather forecasts as storms approach.
Memorial Day is upon us already, and this year more than ever people are anxious to get out in the fresh air and have fun in the sun all summer long. But with all that heat and activity, it’s important to remember to take care of a critical health issue – staying hydrated.
Luckily, that doesn’t mean having to stick to drinking only plain water this Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer. Sparkling water is a great way to stay hydrated and still enjoy a tasty, refreshing drink.
Contrary to some misconceptions, sparkling water is as hydrating as plain water. In 2016, researchers examined 13 drinks and gave them a beverage hydration index (BHI) as compared to regular water. The team found that sparkling water was every bit as hydrating as still water.
The one caveat, however, is sodium content. Sparkling water that has a higher sodium content than plain water can indeed be less hydrating. Enter Syfo Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters.
Our products contain no sodium – in fact, they contain no preservatives, artificial sweeteners or any other additives. With four delightful all natural flavors that tickle the tongue, Syfo is a fun way to stay hydrated during the summer and the entire year.
So grab a cooler, your favorite bottle of Syfo and bask in the sun and the fun of being outside. And stay healthy and safe this Memorial Day Weekend.
Every so often Web discussions and articles appear on the health benefits and effects of sparkling water. And the results are always the same, sparkling water is as healthy as ever! One of the latest trending topics is effect of sparkling water on digestive health. According to this article on Healthline.com, sparkling water has many digestive health benefits:
Improves swallowing ability
Studies suggest that sparkling water may improve swallowing ability. In one study, 16 healthy people were asked to repeatedly swallow different liquids. Carbonated water showed the strongest ability to stimulate the nerves responsible for swallowing.
Can make you feel fuller
Carbonated water can make you feel fuller after meals when compared with plain water and help you lose weight (read our customer testimonials of weight loss). According to HealthLine, in a controlled study in 19 healthy young women, fullness scores were higher after the participants drank 8 ounces of sparkling water, compared to when they drank still water.
May help relieve constipation
People who experience constipation may find that drinking sparkling water helps relieve their symptoms. In a two-week study in 40 older individuals who had experienced a stroke, average bowel movement frequency nearly doubled in the group that drank carbonated water, compared with the group that drank tap water. What’s more, participants reported a 58% decrease in constipation symptoms.
Helps to relieve stomach pain
There’s also evidence that sparkling water may improve other symptoms of indigestion, including stomach pain. The Healthline.com article references a controlled study that examined 21 people with chronic digestive issues. After 15 days, those who drank carbonated water experienced significant improvements in digestive symptoms, constipation, and gallbladder emptying.
So there you have it. There is one other issue that has been the subject of online discussions of late, and that is whether carbonated water can aggravate IBS (Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome). HealthLine says that sparkling water doesn’t cause IBS, but if you have IBS and are sensitive to carbonated beverages, it may be best to remove them from your diet.
You can read more about the health benefits of sparkling water in our earlier posts here and here.
Delicious Drinks for Love This Valentine’s Day
Bring a sparkle to your Valentine’s Day celebrations with these delicious drinks made from Syfo Seltzer and Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters.
Liquid Lust
Set the mood this Valentine’s Day with this tantalizing cocktail. Made with sliced fruit and rose-infused tequila, this mouth-watering cocktail is perfect for a day (or night) of romance. Enjoy one with the one you love this Valentine’s Day.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1/2 bottle of ROSANGEL Tequila
- 1/2 bottle of White Wine
- 1/3 cup of White Sugar
- 1 oz of Orange Juice
- 2 oz of Cranberry Juice
- 2 Oranges (sliced)
- 1 Lemon (sliced)
- 1 Lime (sliced)
- 1 bunch of Grapes (sliced)
- 1 Apple (diced)
- 1/2 liter of chilled Syfo Original Seltzer
PREPARATION:
Combine all ingredients and stir. Serve over ice and enjoy!
Recipe adapted from nochelatina.com.
Cherub’s Cup
Here’s a recipe that’s perfect for everyone in love, for Valentine’s Day or at any time of year:
Ingredients:
1 part St. Germain elderflower liqueur 2 parts vodka, citrus vodka, or Hendricks Gin
3/4 part fresh lemon juice
optional 1/4 shot simple syrup
1 part muddled strawberry
Top with Syfo Original Seltzer
Strawberry for garnish
Preparation:
Shake and strain over fresh rocks in a collins glass. Top with Brut Rose or Brut Champagne or Syfo Original Seltzer. Garnish with a strawberry.
Make Believe Champagne
While you’re celebrating this Valentine’s Day, have this non-alcoholic drink on hand for toasting.
Ingredients:
- 1 (1-liter bottle) Syfo Original Seltzer, chilled
- 1 (1-liter bottle) ginger ale, chilled
- 1 (24-ounce) bottle unsweetened white grape juice, chilled
- Ice cubes
Preparation:
In a large pitcher combine the seltzer, ginger ale, and white grape juice. Pour over ice cubes in chilled champagne glasses or wine glasses.
Makes 20 servings.
Nutritional facts per serving (1/20 of recipe):
Calories: 37, total fat: 0g, saturated fat: 0g, cholesterol: 0mg, sodium: 14mg, carbohydrate: 9g, fiber: 0g, protein: 0g, vitamin A: 0%, vitamin C: 0%, calcium: 0%, iron: 1%
Recipe provided by Better Homes and Gardens – BHG.com a member of the Home and Family Network for the best of cooking, gardening, decorating and more. (c) 2003 Meredith Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Thanksgiving is the holiday that gathers family and friends for a day of feasting and giving thanks. Much planning goes in to the preparation of Thanksgiving dinner, but what about the beverage menu? Below are delicious recipes to add to your menu this season.
Cranberry Thanksgiving Punch
Ingredients:
- 2 bottles of chilled cranberry juice
- 2 containers of lemonade or orange juice concentrate
- 1 bottle of Syfo Seltzer or Syfo Tangerine-Orange Sparkling Water
Preparation:
Mix all of the ingredients right before serving. For an extra flavor boost, you can try a cranberry juice blend such as cranberry apple, cranberry blueberry or cranberry grape.
Acknowledgement: Based on a recipe idea from punchbowl.com.
Orange, Rosewater, and Mint Sparkler
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup mint leaves (about 25 leaves), loosely packed and removed from their stems
- 6 ounces (3/4 cup) fresh orange juice (from 2 medium oranges)
- 2 drops rosewater
- 6 ounces (3/4 cup) Syfo Original Seltzer
Preparation:
Muddle the mint leaves gently in a mixing glass. Add orange juice, rosewater, and seltzer, stir gently to combine. Pour the sparkling orange juice mixture into two ice-filled Old Fashioned glasses and serve immediately.
Acknowledgement: Photo and recipe from seriouseats.com
Pear Rosemary Cocktail
Ingredients
- 6 to 10 pears
- 12-16 fresh rosemary sprigs
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- 4 cups of vodka
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- ½ cup of sugar
- 1 ½ cups of pear nectar
- 4 cups of Syfo Peach- Pear Sparkling Water
Preparation
To prepare pear infused vodka, place pears in a large 48 ounce jar to fill. Pour vodka over the pears to fill, then seal the jar. Allow the pear- vodka mix to sit at room temperature for about 2 weeks (Hint: if infusing your own vodka isn’t your style, pear vodka such as Absolut can be found at most stores).
To make your simple syrup, heat sugar and 1 cup of water in a saucepan over medium to high heat, and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Add rosemary springs and remove from heat. Allow the mixture to cool for 30 minutes. Remove the rosemary sprigs and continue to cool the mixture completely.
Fill glasses with ice. Combine 2 ounces of vodka, 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of simple syrup, and 1.5 ounces of pear nectar. Top with ½ cup of Syfo Peach- Pear Sparkling Water and garnish with rosemary springs.
Acknowledgement: Photo and recipe from marthastewart.com
Thanksgiving Brunch Tonic
Ingredients
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 cup of water
- 4 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 4 cups of chilled cranberry juice cocktail
- 2 cups of fresh orange juice (use about 6 oranges)
- 3 cups of chilled Syfo Original Seltzer
Preparation
Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 4 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Add rosemary; simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Pour sugar syrup into a bowl; cover and refrigerate overnight.
Uncover sugar syrup; remove and discard rosemary sprigs. Combine the sugar syrup, juices, and soda in a large pitcher. Serve immediately over ice.
Acknowledgement: Photo and recipe from myrecipes.com