Orange, Lemon and Cucumber Infused Water Recipe
4 cups serving
2 slices of lemon
4 slices of orange
½ cucumber, sliced thin
1 quart water
Rinse and slice all produce. Place lemon, orange and cucumber in pitcher or container of your choice. Fill with water. Store in refrigerator and serve chilled. The longer it sits, the more flavor you will have!
Create Your Own Recipe
Aside from fruits and veggies, you can also add some herbs or edible flowers to give your infused water a special characteristics! Here are some ideas:
Herbs: basil, cilantro, parsley, mint, rosemary
Edible flowers: lavender, hibiscus, rose petals, citrus blossoms
Fruit: fresh or frozen melon, pineapples, pears, apples, kiwis, dragon fruits
Veggies: celery, carrots, cucumbers
Benefits of Water
Did you know that your body is composed of 55–75% water? Nutritional studies show that you should be taking in 1–3 liters of water daily to avoid dehydration. Dry mouth/lips, feeling or thirst, headaches, sleepiness or tiredness are the most common red flags to up your hydration. On average, men should ingest about 3 liters (13 cups) and women about 2.2 liters (9 cups) of water each day.
Proper hydration plays a very important role in providing a balanced environment for all cells, organs, and bones to function optimally which keeps us well and healthy. Water provides numerous benefits to our body, including:
- hydrates your skin for a radiant glow
- helps regulate body temperature
- helps energize and sharpen brain functions
- aids in body detoxification processes by removing waste/toxins
- may play role in weight management by regulating appetite
Pure water is the BEST!
Of course, 100% pure water is always our all-time go-to rehydrator without any calories, sodium, sugar or artificial sweeteners. However, majority of Americans are not drinking enough water. In order to replenish our natural water loss through breathing, sweating, urination and bowel movement, here are some recipes that can make hydration more fun and easy!
Unlike many popular artificial beverages on the market, Infused Water can add some natural flavor, freshness, and water-soluble vitamins (i.e. Vitamins B-complex and C) to your hydration regiment.
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Cheers and drink up!!!
