tadpole water noun [U]
UK /ˈtæd.pəʊl ˌwɔː.təʳ/ US /ˈtæd.poʊl ˌwɑː.t̬ɚ/
a drink made from warm water, chia seeds and lemon
Tadpole water is the newest viral health trend on social media, with wellness influencers uploading videos sharing their recipes on TikTok and reporting health benefits. Popular among Gen Z, tadpole water gets its name thanks to its gloopy texture making it look like frog spawn, but fear not, it is in fact made from chia seeds.
[scotsman.com, 20 September 2024]
lemonading noun [U]
/ˌlem.əˈneɪ.dɪŋ/
a way of approaching problems or challenges in life that involves remaining positive and optimistic and seeing them as opportunities for growth or improvement
When life gives you lemons, what do you do? According to a new study, ‘lemonading’ can help you feel better. Originating from positive psychology, the concept of lemonading is all about creatively approaching hurdles as opportunities for growth. It’s not about brushing things under the carpet or faking a smile in the way you might expect from toxic positivity, but rather, about pursuing the possibility of enjoyable experiences among, and perhaps as a result of, the challenges you face.
[happiful.com, 21 February 2025]
gut pop noun [U]
UK /ˈgʌt ˌpɒp/ US /ˈgʌt ˌpɑːp/
a fizzy drink that helps good bacteria grow in your body and may keep you healthy
Sales of so-called gut pop are growing in the U.S. as more consumers shift from sugary soda mainstays to healthier, more natural alternatives. With traditional soda sales gone flat, both companies are jumping into the prebiotic soft-drink market now dominated by upstart brands Olipop and Poppi. The two startups have aggressively marketed gut pop into the zeitgeist.
[msn.com, 18 February 2025]