Creative Roots is offering a "berry" delicious way to help your child stay hydrated — plant-powered waters with a fruit flavor kids crave and the hydration they need.
We tried the Mixed Berry flavored coconut water. My daughter loved it! The strawberry, blackberry and raspberry flavors came together to deliver a great taste and help give her the hydration she needs. Mixed Berry Creative Roots is made with all-natural ingredients, blended with berry flavors and coconut water, for great-tasting hydration with only 1 gram of sugar.*
Dehydration a real issue for kids
Kids. We love ‘em to death. But for the life of us, we’re never quite sure what’s going on with them. When they get tired, cranky, slow, sleepy—you name it—we’re always guessing what they need. A nap? A snack? A meal? A time-out? Yet there’s one thing we never seem to consider: Dehydration. Did you know 1 in every 2 kids is underhydrated?** That's according to a study from the American Journal of Public Health. And if that isn’t shocking enough, the real kicker is how many kids just plain don’t like water — that's where Creative Roots comes in!
The Mixed Berry Creative Roots is delicious. Want to try another flavor? There's also Watermelon Lemonade, Peach Mango, and Orange Pineapple. Yum!
I was surprised to learn in that study that under-hydration impacts kids far beyond thirst. A recent review of studies on hydration suggests that under-hydration may have a negative impact on cognitive development and school performance. So how can you tell if your child is properly hydrated? An easy test to check if your kid is hydrated is to look at the color of their pee. If your child's pee is dark yellow, they may be under-hydrated. A transparent color indicates proper hydration. Creative Roots created a pee scale to help you keep track and know when you need to hydrate!
At first, I thought this pee test was silly but my daughter and I were actually both dehydrated. Check your little one's pee and while your there don't forget to check yours too.
Popsicle fun!
When you little ones are sick, it can be difficult to get them to stay hydrated. One thing that's worked for me is turning that drink into a popsicle. Simply pour your Creative Roots plant-powered beverage into popsicle molds and freeze! Add pieces of fresh fruit to make it extra fun and nutritious! Here's a tip: Using Creative Roots Flavored Coconut Water will make the popsicle transparent, so your little one can see the fruit pieces!
Creative Roots is available in grocery stores nationwide. You can also learn more by visiting www.drinkcreativeroots.com.
Want a free sample?
Let us know if you would like to sample Mixed Berry Creative Roots, we'd be happy to drop off a free 8.5 oz sample to your doorman, schedule an exchange at a mutually convenient location, or meet you at or outside of a Macaroni Kid friendly business today. (Garden Street Performing Arts Center, Choc O Pain Bakery, Black Rail Coffee, and the Wellness Lab are just a few). We will also be offering 8.5 oz samples at the Outdoor Holiday Market on 12/19.
*Creative Roots contains naturally occurring sugar from coconut water as well as a sugar substitute called Stevia. Stevia contains no carbohydrates, calories or artificial ingredients.
** Kenney EL, et al. Prevalence of Inadequate Hydration among US Children and Disparities by Gender and Race/Ethnicity: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2009-2012. American Journal of Public Health. 2015; 105: e113-e118.
The author was provided with complimentary product and compensation for the purpose of this review.
