Anti-Inflammatory Drinks That Double as Heart-Helpers

Akanksha Sharma

65. Prickly Pear Juice

Prickly Pears. Photo Credit: Envato @BGStock72

This vibrant cactus fruit isn’t just beautiful—it’s packed with betalains, polyphenols, and vitamin C. Studies show prickly pear may reduce oxidative stress, lower blood sugar spikes, and decrease inflammation markers. The juice has a subtle watermelon-kiwi taste with a mineral undertone, making it ideal for blending into smoothies or sipping straight (unsweetened). It’s especially effective post-meal or during hot weather when you need a clean, cooling drink that nourishes your cardiovascular system.

66. Lemongrass and Clove Brew

christmas drink. Photo Credit: Envato @koldunov

Lemongrass offers citral, a compound with anti-inflammatory and lipid-lowering effects. Clove brings eugenol—one of the most potent natural antioxidants known. Together, they form a sharp, citrusy-spiced tea that stimulates digestion, eases joint stiffness, and reduces systemic inflammation. Boil a few stalks of lemongrass with whole cloves, steep, and sip warm. It’s an aromatic tonic that works best after meals or during stress-heavy days when inflammation runs high. Flavorful, functional, and deeply restorative.

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65. Prickly Pear Juice

66. Lemongrass and Clove Brew

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