Homemade Gatorade

Fact:  water tastes a little “off” to me during the first trimester of pregnancy.  Can anyone relate?  The hard part is that I need to be consuming even more liquids than normal, and am perpetually behind.  I’m sure this is part of the reason I am susceptible to migraines during this time.

Because I have a “thing” with artificial flavors, colors, and ingredients, I have avoided the real deal…of which I love the taste.  I have a few different homemade “laborade” recipes, but just one look at them is enough for me to say “yuck.”   I did find a recipe awhile ago that actually looked palatable, nauseated or not.  So, last week in my desperation to get more fluids in me, I tried it.  Actually, Blane made the first batch. (Aha! He CAN do things in the kitchen. He’s been holding out on me.)

It’s pretty good, but right now, everything tastes off to me…I think I’ll like it better later, when eating and drinking is pleasant again.  It’s not going to be like opening a bottle of Gatorade, but it comes pretty close.

You know what I’ve really wanted during every pregnancy, this one included?  A nice cold Coke.  I can’t bring myself to do it, but oh my, the thought of it is so refreshing.  🙂  Do you think there will be healthy Coke in heaven?

Homemade Gatorade (adapted)

1c lemon juice + 2T  (or to taste)

1/4c lime juice

3/4-1c sugar (I used 3/4c and think it could use less)

1/2 tsp baking soda

1 tsp salt (I used sea salt)

water to make a gallon

Mix everything together–the baking soda will help the sugar dissolve.  I recommend refrigerating before drinking, or at least adding ice to your glass.  (FYI: the salt and baking soda serve as electrolytes)