Faster, cheaper and just as rich and delicious but so much more healthy than the restaurant versions. Try substituting the unsweetened chocolate Almond Breeze almond milk for a chocolately treat.

Submitted by MRSDUDLEY

Not as authentic as Starbucks, but and EASY, inexpensive way to get a nice coffee/chocolate fix without leaving home.

Submitted by ELAINEHN

This is how I make chai when I need something warm that makes me feel enveloped in comfort without the added calories of my former addiction: hot chocolate. It's spicier (in a warming way that is very soothing) and lighter in taste than any chai from a coffee shop. The method is also quite authentic. If you can, make sure to use fresh, whole cardamom pods, whole cloves, and freshly ground black pepper. You can also add a couple of drops of vanilla extract or use a very small amount of fresh ginger. The recipe is calculated with four teaspoons of sugar, but it is completely up to you.

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Homemade specialty coffee!!!

Submitted by XIERAJAY

A homemade coffee creamer substiturte free of fat and lower in clories than store bought. Plus, it has protein and nothing artificial!

Submitted by TEXASLEA

Choose summer's ripest peaches for this refreshing lemonade. It's ready in no time--you can keep the skins on the peaches, which speeds up prep work.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Large enough for two people (120 calories each)- or a filling "meal" for one... My family loves these. A great way to get your protein, dairy and fruit in one serving-- very filling! Even a friend who doesn't like cottage cheese loves this!

Submitted by OILPAINTER

Editor's note: Use your favorite milk or yogurt in this recipe. Use ice cubes instead of water for a frozen treat.

Most of the smoothie recipes I've seen are for 3-6 servings. This is a good smoothie for just 1 person. It can be made with a stick blender instead of getting the big one dirty for just one drink!

Submitted by ROKERSHNER

A tasty non-alcoholic way to get your antioxidants. This drink can be made with a sugar-free ginger ale to lower the calorie and carb counts.

Submitted by DEGAIA

A Delicious Fat-free Alternative to Starbucks!

Submitted by JLIUZZO

Refreshing twist for people who hate water

Submitted by EMBERMOON

This qualifies for the vegan raw diet. Very tasty - no spinach flavor at all.

Submitted by LOSERIRENE

Whipping this otherwise old-fashioned hot chocolate creates the illusion of creaminess.

Submitted by TABBYKAT75

This iced beverage is big on taste but low in calories.

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Submitted by LEIDEEBUG

Cool and refreshing - only 26 calories - no fat slushy/smoothie. This is loaded full of fruit & veggie, using cucumber, pineapple, and lemon. A cool twist of the normal yogurt drink. If you like cucumber, you will love this drink. You may add some sweetener if it is not sweet enough - although it tastes great without it.

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Submitted by SMILINIRISHEYES

If you like the Starbucks Bottled Vanilla Frappaccino, try this make-at-home version!

Submitted by DKTRYLES

This is a yummy, healthy breakfast option

Submitted by JULIEHOY

A healthful drink for any time of the day, but best taken half an hour before eating. Natural appetite suppressant, and gives your skin a healthy glow.

Submitted by OWLETT

Turn at-home coffee into coffee-house coffee!

Submitted by WEEZYWEEZY

Quick, thick, delicious, satisfying drink chock full of vitamins. When made with homemade almond milk and raw honey it is suitable for raw diets.

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Holiday punch

Submitted by PRINCESSAMY

This is a much nicer, summery version of water.... for when drinking water by itself gets a little dull.

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Submitted by THATMARYKAYGIRL

An expansive, stimulating tea.
Outward Macrobiotic Energy

Submitted by CONSCIOUS_EATER

Great smoothie to clebrate your workout and to speed your recovery.

Submitted by IMALMOSTTHERE

Submitted by ARMYNICK

One of my favorite drinks. The calories are not bad at all. Great to make one pitcher and enjoy with friends.

Submitted by ALIBJ572

This is a nice, cold beverage. It contains a blend of 3 different fruits, orange, lemon, and strawberry. Also, a hint of honey! Very good for a hot summer day!

Submitted by ACTRESS101

No steeping of tea required for this recipe! Not adding more sugar in addition to what is already in the concentrates also helps to make this version a bit more workable with most diets.

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