I bet you all did not know about this new trend or as they might put it across – a ‘ritual’, that I am about to reveal. Before I tell you this let me ask you first, how do you relieve your stress after a tiring day? Well for some it might be meditation, connecting with friends or engaging in hobbies. Amongst this our Gen-Z’s have come up with a new ‘ritual’ of relieving their stress by consuming ‘FRIDGE CIGARETTES’. What is it you might ask? Well, when we asked them, they told us it is their ‘non – nicotine smoke break to relieve stress’. I know, I know, I’ve built a lot of suspense but let me break this down for you. A Fridge Cigarette refers to an ice – cold can of Diet coke and the science of relieving stress through it is the satisfaction of popping that icy can and consuming it, which in return manages stress and gives the consumer a quick mental break. The Gen-Z clan supported this by saying “It is not as bad as smoking!”, but let me tell you it’s not doing you any good either! I know this might look like a very small thing but depending on this method of relieving stress is a BIG NO. Let me share with you what this can of Diet Coke is doing to your body; relying to this method is increases your caffeine intake which in return will cause you sleep and digestive issues in short term and cardiovascular issues in the long run. To add onto to that you really want a can of sugary drink to regulate your emotions???
Here’s what you can do instead to manage your cravings while nourishing your body and still getting your well-deserved mental break:
- Mint/Lemon Water for a spa like zero calorie pick – me – up.
- Frozen Grapes & Berries to get the perfect crunch.
- Apple with Cinnamon Powder gives you the perfect crunch and refreshness also aiding digestion and regulating your blood sugar levels.
- Herbal Iced Tea’s offer a calming and soothing alternative.
- Iced cold coconut water that is hydrating and provides a quick nutritious lift.
The fridge cigarette ritual is less about a can of diet coke and more about taking a pause. Everyone deserves a break but relying on soda everyday can cause a lot of distress to your body in the long term. In this era, we tend to find an easier way out for everything but for your body’s long-term maintenance you might have to work a little harder and a lot smarter!
