Getting enough water daily and staying hydrated is one of the most important things you can do for your general health and wellbeing.
BENEFITS OF STAYING HYDRATED
// regulates body temperature
// keeps joints lubricated
// prevents fatigue
// prevents infections
// delivers nutrients to cells
// keeps organs functioning properly
// improves sleep quality
// boosts cognition
// elevates mood
// decreases food cravings
// regulates blood sugar levels
Many people don't like to admit that they don't like the taste or find it difficult to drink water (probably because it’s neutral and just plain boring after your 4th glass of the day)! We get it, that’s why we’ve put together five of our favorite water infusion recipes for you to try and enjoy. Now you can stay hydrated and enjoy every sip!
FOR ALL RECIPES
✔ Water infuser pitcher (1-1.5l)
✔5 cups water
✔ 1 cup ice cubes
1.STRAWBERRY, BASIL & LEMON
Strawberries are rich in Vitamin C, which is known to reduce stress, while thyme is often used in aromatherapy practices for it’s calming and relaxing effects.
▢1/2 cup strawberries stemmed and sliced, fresh or frozen
▢5 large fresh basil leaves torn
▢1 lemon thinly sliced
2.GRAPEFRUIT & JALAPENO
2.GRAPEFRUIT & JALAPENO
This infusion combines two of the best foods for speeding up your metabolism — grapefruit and hot peppers. If you love spicy food and want to torch some extra calories, make this infused water!
▢1/4 grapefruit, sliced
▢1/2 deseeded jalapeño, chopped
3.BLACKBERRIES, ORANGE & GINGER
This antioxidant-rich water recipe is great for digestion and inflammation in the body! Vitamin C from the orange is also an immune booster.
▢1/2 pint blackberries
▢1 orange thinly sliced
▢1 small piece fresh ginger peeled and thinly sliced
4. ROSEMARY & RASPBERRY
Both raspberries and rosemary are great for muscle recovery so this combo is perfect for sipping after your workout.
▢1/2 cup raspberries
▢2-3 sprigs rosemary
5.PINEAPPLE, COCONUT & LIME
5.PINEAPPLE, COCONUT & LIME
This infusion is a winner! It decreases appetite, balances the pH level in your body and boosts healthy digestion. Always have a pitcher of this ready in summer.
▢1 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or frozen
▢1 cup coconut chunks, fresh or frozen
▢1 lime thinly sliced
ALL RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS
✔In a large pitcher, place the desired combination of fruit or herbs.
✔Add ice and fill container with water. Add additional fruit or herbs to garnish, if desired.
Now there’s no excuse not to stay hydrated so get sippin’!