Looking for a simple way to detox or stay hydrated this summer? If you use Pinterest I'm sure you've seen buzzing around the internet the idea of drinking "detox water" or "fruit infused water" as a simple way to flush out your system or ones to keep hydrated.
After trying my hand and coming with my own basic recipe, I've found I love these fruit infused water SO much! Not only does it keep me hydrated, but I basically drink this all week as a better way to keep up with my water intake when I get bored with plain water & want something with a hint of flavor!
I stock the fridge with a pitcher of "detox water" & 2-3 mason jars of other flavors pre-made in the fridge.
I use one empty jar as a glass or a to-go cup & drink about 4-5 mason jars worth of water a day. The jars & pitcher can last 2-3 days just topping off with water (as long as the fruit doesn't get soggy or the water gets cloudy).
**Recipe I Use**
"Detox Water": 1/2 to 1 full lemon squeezed, a handful of organic mint leaves (can get at any grocery store but definitely make sure its organic). I bruise the leaves a little to get more of the flavor & benefits, then toss in a handful of cucumber slices (again either organic or peel them first)....then top off all of it with water & let "brew"/"steep" over night!
Though I'm not a doctor, supposedly lemon is good for detoxing, cucumbers are hydrating & mint is good for digestion. I have found watermelon to be a bit diuretic just as a word of warning....not a bad thing but guess it just helps with detoxing.
In the mason jars I prep a few other flavors for variety:
--Strawberry, mint leaves, cucumber
--Honeydew slices, cucumber
--Strawberry, honeydew
--Watermelon, cucumber, mint
--Watermelon, cucumber, lemon
--Watermelon, cucumber, strawberry
Etc...
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