Here is another new buzz, 'infused water'. The first thing that comes to our mind when we feel thirsty is 'water'. Keeping yourself hydrated is very important and not to forget water is the most important nutrient. No doubt water is the best choice but drinking plain water every day is just like eating the same food every day, so boring and monotonous. Of course, we do not eat the same food every day then why same plain water every day. To avoid the boredom and at the same time fill your bottle, not just with water but loads of vitamins, minerals, and taste, here is a very refreshing as well as a healthy alternative INFUSED WATER.

Infused waters are good for hydration, energy, and detoxification. A great benefit with good taste is like a cherry on the cake. By improving the flavour with a healthy option, It's an easier way to achieve your recommended daily amounts. By adding fresh fruits and fragrant fresh herbs you are including essential vitamins. Infusing water with a little flavour is really simple. Fill a pitcher with water, add thinly sliced fruits, herbs or spices, and chill in the refrigerator. 

So cut down on sodas and fizz and have a look at the great benefits of this amazing and revitalizing drink 

  • Hydration we all are well informed that dehydration is linked to headaches, muscle fatigue, obesity, poor gut health and lethargy. Infused water is an amazing and fun-filled way to hydrate your body and infusing your water with fruits, herbs, or flowers not only improves the flavour but also adds essential vitamins that help your body.
  • Go natural- this is not the same old drink like sodas or fizz which are packed with preservatives, high amount of refined sugars, chemicals, and artificial colours. It is the most natural, healthy and cost friendly drink.
  • Some more benefits of infused water are hydration, curbs your appetite, stimulates your immune system, weight management, prevents acidity/heartburn and also regulates your blood glucose levels.
  • Gives a boost of energy, kick-starts your metabolism and also a very natural way to detox your system.
  • Also, an amazing way to incorporate vitamins and minerals into your child's diet.

Choose ingredients you enjoy and try new things you haven't tried before. So let's try some interesting mix-and-match options.

GREEN TEA, MINT AND LIME INFUSED WATER 

Ingredients:

  • Green tea- 2 bags
  • Lime- 1
  • Mint leaves- a handful
  • Water- 1-2 litres, depending on how strong you want it to taste
  • Ice cubes

Method:

Boil the water and add the tea bags to it.

  • Let steep for 10 minutes.
  • Remove tea bags and add lime wedges and mint leaves.
  • Chill for 1 hour.
  • Strain well and serve.
  • Simply superb and tasty, you can make this infused iced tea and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

STRAWBERRY AND KIWI INFUSED WATER

Ingredients:

  • Strawberry- 4-5 • Kiwi- ½ 
  • Water- 2 litres 
  • Ice cubes

Method: 

  • Slice your kiwi in half and peel the half you're using. 
  • Thinly slice your strawberry and peeled kiwi.
  • Add slices to your jug/carafe/mason jar, whatever you'd like to keep your water in.
  • Fill the container with water, cover, and leave in the fridge overnight. In the morning, your water will be nice and tasty!

CUCUMBER, LIME AND LEMON INFUSED WATER

Ingredients:

  • Cucumber- 2
  • Lime- 1  
  • Lemon- ½ 
  • Water- 1-2 litres 
  • Ice cubes

Method:

In a big jar, layer the cucumber slices, lime wedges and lemon pieces with ice cubes. Fill the jar with water. Let it chill for an hour and enjoy.

LEMON, LIME AND ORANGES INFUSED WATER

Ingredients:

  • Lime- 1 
  • Orange- 1 
  • Lemon- ½ 
  • Water- 1-2 litres 
  • Ice cubes

Method:

In a big jar, layer the lime slices, orange slices and lemon pieces with ice cubes. Fill the jar with water. Let it chill for an hour and enjoy.