Cool Down with These Refreshing Infused Water Recipes
Looking to cool down in the current heatwave? We have the perfect fruit and herb-infused water recipes to try during these hot summer days. Paired with an Arnett’s Water Systems water treatment plan, these infused water recipes are tasty and great for your health.
What is Infused Water?
You may have heard of the term “infused water,” but may not know exactly what it is. It’s water that is filled with various fruits and herbs and has several health benefits that boost your immune system. Infused water is not only fun to make, but is a great way to get your daily dose of nutrients and vitamins. The refreshing taste of infused water makes it easier to increase your daily water intake and stay hydrated.
Follow These Steps:
- Put fruit and herbs in a mason jar.
- Pour your treated and filtered water to the rim.
- Place in the refrigerator for 2 hours (or leave overnight).
- Drink and enjoy your fruit and herb-infused water!
The following four recipes include only natural flavors from fruits and herbs:
What You’ll Need:
- A mason jar
- ½ cup of blueberries
- ½ of a peach
- ¼ cup of basil
Health Benefits:
Blueberries are known for being loaded with antioxidants. They help reduce inflammation and can lower your risk of heart disease and cancer. Peaches are an excellent source of vitamin C and help you stay extra hydrated (that’s a win-win for this infused water recipe). Basil has many fantastic benefits, as well. It’s great for digestion, inflammation, and can even help with your mood!
What You’ll Need:
- A mason jar
- 1 small lemon
- ½ of a small cucumber
- ¼ cup of mint
- A pinch of fresh ginger (chopped)
Health Benefits:
This drink will help boost your immune system and aid with digestion. Lemons have a large quantity of vitamin C and help maintain your weight. Cucumbers are rich in antioxidants and fiber, which is great for detoxing. Ginger helps reduce inflammation and improves digestion. Much like the other ingredients in this concoction, mint is great for your gut health and helps supplement your weight loss plan.
What You’ll Need:
- 1 small green apple
- ½ cup of raspberries
- ¼ cup of fresh rosemary
Health Benefits:
The green apples and raspberries give this drink some pizazz! Like the other infused water recipes, this drink is not only aesthetically pleasing and tastes delicious, it also has an incredible amount of health benefits. Apples are a rich source of vitamins A and C. Raspberries are packed with beneficial vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. They increase brain function and can even aid in your overall eye health. Rosemary complements the tanginess of the green apples and raspberries with its soothing taste. Rosemary can improve memory and can increase attentiveness.
What You’ll Need:
- ¼ of a small watermelon
- ½ cup of blackberries
- ¼ cup of mint
Health Benefits:
Who doesn’t think of watermelon during summertime? Besides being a tasty summer snack, it also adds a flavorful taste to your water. Watermelon keeps you hydrated, boosts brain function, and aids with digestion. Blackberries are packed with vitamin C and K, and keep your overall immune system and bones healthy. As mentioned previously, mint helps with weight loss and helps protect your immune system.
When to Drink Infused Water
The suggested time to drink your fruit-infused water is in the morning before you eat breakfast and throughout the day before each meal. Do you have a favorite fruit and herb-infused water recipe? Quadruple the recipe and fill a full-sized pitcher to enjoy throughout the week.
How Water Treatment Complements Infused Water
Arnett’s Water Systems offers several water treatment services including the installation of water softeners. This helps improve the quality and taste of your water and helps keep it safe to drink. Remember, water is essential to keeping you healthy – and you deserve the best. Contact Arnett’s Water Systems to discuss a water treatment plan for a healthy you. We’re looking forward to hearing from you soon!