I feel like I am constantly badgering my kids to drink more water, and they are constantly asking me if they can have drinks that I don't think are as healthy as they should be. I don’t like the kids to consume a lot of high sugar drinks, full of empty calories, with little to no nutritional value, but I know that they get bored of drinking water all the time. Living in Arizona, and having kids that play sports, comes with its own challenges when it comes to hydration. Just getting the kids to drink enough to stay hydrated on a regular basis is hard, let alone when they are active in extreme temperatures. My oldest daughter plays softball, and her primary position is catcher. Wearing all that extra gear for hours at a time, in the intense Arizona heat, causes her to become dehydrated very quickly. She knows the importance of staying hydrated, but really struggles to drink enough water.
Did you know that according to a study published in the American Journal of Public Health,* 1 in 2 kids is underhydrated? 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. 1 in every 2 kids is underhydrated. And if that isn’t shocking enough, the real kicker is how many kids just plain don’t like water. Enter: Creative Roots.
I want to tell you, hydrating your kids just got easier! I was so excited to be chosen for a campaign through Macaroni Kid for Creative Roots. Creative Roots is a plant-powered beverage, with the hydration kids need, and delicious flavors they love. Creative Roots comes in 4 flavors; watermelon lemonade, peach mango, orange pineapple, and mixed berry. We received the mixed berry flavor, and the kids love it! They are the perfect alternative to water. With a sweet and fruity taste, 1 gram of sugar, and all-natural ingredients, they are a mom win as well!
We are so excited that Creative Roots generously sent us cases of these tasty drinks to share with not only our friends and family but also with our lucky subscribers who will get Elf’d, during our upcoming Elf’d Project. So watch for some Creative Roots to be Elf dropped on your doorstep in Chandler and Tempe next week. However, if you can’t wait to try them for yourself, head out to the store to pick some up. Creative Roots is available in grocery stores nationwide. You can also learn more by visiting www.drinkcreativeroots.com.
Don’t forget to check the side of your Creative Roots bottle and meet the Sploots — the friendly, plant-powered characters you see on the packaging and in our ads. The Sploots are fruit-inspired characters that encourage overall wellness. With Creative Roots containing 1 gram of sugar, the friendly plant-powered characters remind kids of the importance of hydration.
**Note - I received complimentary products for the purpose of this review, however all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
Citation- * 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.
