Here’s the thing: There’s a huge (and sometimes fatal) flaw in this fascination. Some food and drink trends are awesome. For example, kefir is loaded with more probiotics than yogurt, and coconut water has been said to be a great cure for hangovers.
However, not all food and drink trends boast these benefits. In fact, some are downright dangerous.
Take, for instance, energy drinks. These bad boys are nothing to mess with. Not only are they hard on your heart, but they also could result in a trip to the emergency room.
In other words, there are definite “do’s and don’ts” in the way of trendy foods and drinks. This means you’ve got to do your research. After all, you want to protect your health. And sometimes that means saying NO to the latest trends.
Here is our list of what’s “HOT” and what’s “NOT.”
Smoothies are awesome. And they’re even better in the vegetable form.
"Vegetables are high in potassium, which can help lower blood pressure. If the vegetables are pureed so that the fiber is still intact, they will help fill you up," Joan Salge Blake, a spokeswoman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, tells USA Today. Blake says these options are a great way to stay hydrated on hot days.