3 Drool-worthy Ways to Get Your 8 Glasses a Day
Drinking plain water can get boring, but when you spice up plain water with infusions, it just may change your whole perspective on H2O. The good news is it’s quick and easy. Just select herbs and fruit to mix into the water and sip a cup – or pitcher – that will please your pallet. Here are three drool-worthy ways to get your eight glasses a day.
Add a Zing to Your Water
Fruit and herbs are packed with health boosting elements and antioxidants that will not only taste good, they’ll make you feel great. All you need to do is to thinly slice your favorite produce, wash and separate whole leaves of fresh herbs, and/or choose favorite extract into a pitcher of water and find you perfect concoction. Try these favorite sip combos:
- Apple slices + cinnamon sticks = good nutrients for an immunity boost
- Pear slices + fresh ginger slices + cinnamon sticks + vanilla extract = Better digestion and also boosts immune system
- Blackberries + fresh mint leaves + cucumber slices = Good antioxidant water
- Fresh rosemary sprigs + lemon slices + cucumber slices = Boosts energy and pH balance
Make Water a Tasty Treat
But, adding your favorite flavors to your water doesn’t always have to start at the pitcher. You can step up your cube game by adding flavor to your ice cubes with lemon juice or any fruit juice, blended herbs and water, or fresh fruit. They will keep your water cold while jazzing up your beverage.
Get a Handy Accessory
You can also use an infusion water bottle for a refreshing refreshment on-the-go. This handy bottle has a removable basket making it easy to prepare your drink and dispose of any leftover fruit.
Individual water needs vary from person to person based on health, how active you are and the climate in which you live. But the Mayo Clinic1 reports that adequate daily fluid intake for the average, healthy adult living in a temperate climate is about 15.5 cups for men, and 11.5 cups per women. Luckily 20 percent of your daily fluid intake comes from food, but the rest can come from water and other beverages like these three drool-worthy ways to get your eight glasses a day.