Lemonade Elevated: The Creamy Hydrating Elixir Everyone’s Talking About

Honey, Sea Salt, EVOO & Lemon—A Gut-Loving Blend That Hits Just Right

You may have seen this creamy lemonade trending on TikTok or your instagram Reels—but beyond the viral hype, there’s real function behind the flavor. This isn’t just a refreshing summer drink; it’s a hydrating, mineral-rich blend that supports your gut, your lymphatic system, and your overall well-being!!

Photos from Chasing Carrots and Pinterest

Together, these ingredients:

• Nourish and repair the gut lining

• Restore electrolyte balance and mineral status

• Stimulate bile production and support lymph flow

• Support natural detoxification, especially liver and skin

• Offer clean energy

In this post, I’ll walk you through the simple blender recipe, why it works, and a breakdown of each ingredient’s benefits—from the raw honey and sea salt to the unexpected ingredient: high-quality olive oil. If you're looking to upgrade your hydration ritual, this one’s worth a try.

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Ingredients:

• 1 Whole Lemon (washed, preferably organic, as you will be eating the peel)

• 1 Cup of Water

• 1 Heaping Tablespoon Raw Honey (local is preferable)

• 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil (high quality)

• Pinch of Sea Salt

• (optional): Vanilla Bean Paste (for flavor — elevates the recipe so much!!)

Instructions:

1. In a high powered blender, combine all ingredients, whole lemon, water, raw honey, EVOO, and sea salt.

2. Blend on high speed for about 30 seconds

3. Pour over ice and enjoy!!

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Why I like these ingredients:

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Whole Lemon (Pulp, Juice + Rind)

This isn’t just a splash of lemon juice—this is the whole lemon, rind and all, blended into your drink. Why? Because the peel is where much of the magic lives.

Key Nutrients & Benefits:

🍋 Vitamin C: Antioxidant, immune defense, skin & collagen repair

🍋 Potassium: Regulates fluid balance, nerve function

🍋 Citric Acid: Boosts mineral absorption and kidney detox

🍋 D-Limonene (from the rind): Powerful compound that stimulates liver enzymes, supports bile flow, and aids lymphatic drainage

🍋 Flavonoids (esp. hesperidin & naringenin): Antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and protective for blood vessels and skin

Functional Role:
Using the whole lemon enhances detoxification, especially through the liver and lymph, supports digestive enzymes, strengthens gut mucosa, and offers a fuller mineral spectrum. The bitterness of the peel also acts as a gentle bile stimulant, supporting hormone balance and fat metabolism.¹

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Raw Honey