During summers, our bodies try to cool down through the natural process of sweating, which in turn can cause dehydration. This makes it essential for us to drink more water, as less water content in the body can lead various ailments.

Summertime is always the best time of the year to enjoy being outdoors; whether it is going to the beach, ball games and parks, or doing other kinds of activities outside. However, before we start enjoying summer, keep in mind the importance of staying properly hydrated.

Hydration is always important, but especially in hot and humid weather, as we tend to lose a lot of our body fluids through sweat. The reason dehydration becomes a threat to our bodies is due to the fact that the body is made up of more than 60 percent water. When the levels of body fluids decrease, our body is in great harm.

Summer is rather hot, which makes it a good choice do make some iced drinks to intake the water the body need. For example, this iced chocolate milkshake can be a nice one.

A milkshake (sometimes simply called a shake) is a sweet beverage made by blending milk, ice cream, and flavorings or sweeteners such as butterscotch, caramel sauce, chocolate syrup, fruit syrup, or whole fruit into a thick, sweet, cold mixture. It may also be made using a base made from non-dairy products, including plant milks such as almond milk, coconut milk, or soy milk.

Milkshakes originated in the United States around the turn of the 20th century, and grew in popularity following the introduction of electric blenders in the subsequent two decades. They became a common part of youth popular culture, as ice cream shops were a culturally acceptable meeting place for youth, and milkshakes became symbolic of the innocence of youth.

To make the milkshake in the picture, you may use these ingredients.

1 tbsp chocolate hazelnut spread (optional)

250ml semi-skimmed milk

2scoops chocolate ice creams

5 marshmallows

30ml double cream, whipped

1 tsp toasted hazelnuts, chopped

And the method is simple as follow.

STEP 1

Load the back of a teaspoon with a little of the chocolate spread and spread it in a long line from the bottom of the inside of the glass to the top. Put the rest of the chocolate spread into a bowl in the microwave or in a small saucepan over a low heat. Warm through for a few seconds just until runny and set aside.

STEP 2

Put the milk and chocolate ice cream into a blender. Whizz everything up until smooth then pour into your prepared glass.

STEP 3

Top with a layer of the marshmallows and a spoonful of whipped cream. Decorate with a drizzle of the warmed chocolate spread and a few toasted hazelnuts. Serve immediately with a straw.

Don’t forget to add the ice, as much as you want. Hope you can enjoy this refreshing summer cold drink, and do pay enough attention to water intake during summer days.