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Three Infused Water Recipes for Summer

By: OPHFC Staff

July 25, 2017, 12:00 pm - Categories: Balanced Diet, Fruit, Health & Prevention, Healthy Foods, Healthy Living, Healthy Tips, Hydration, Immunity, Low Calories, Nutrition, Summer Fitness, Weight Loss, Wellness

Three Infused Water Recipes for Summer

Drinking water is important for your health and fitness needs. Water not only improves your health, but removes toxins from your body. To give your water an extra boost of flavor, try these three refreshing infused water recipes for summer.

Strawberry Mint Water

This is a quick and easy recipe to feature at your next party. Simply slice a few strawberries and add some mint leaves for a refreshing drink.

Ingredients: 6 – 8 sliced strawberries, 1 cup of mint leaves, 40 oz. of cold water, Ice.

Citrus Mint Water

Get an immunity boost and a natural detox with this flavorful mix. Add slices of grapefruit, lemons, cucumbers and mint for an attractive and healthy drink.

Ingredients: 1 sliced grapefruit, 2 sliced lemons, 2 sliced cucumbers, 1 handful of fresh mint, 64 oz. of water, Ice.

Watermelon Basil Water

Use two summer favorites to create a fresh tasting drink with a hint of sweetness. All you need is watermelon and basil.

Ingredients: 2 slices of watermelon cut into thirds or quarters, small handful of basil, water and ice.

Join the conversation and share your pictures of your infused water creations to our Facebook page! Tag our Center and use hashtag #infusedwater. We’d love to see how you incorporate fruit and herbs for a refreshing summer drink.

References

Chatagnier, L. A. (2015, January 8). Citrus Detox Water . Retrieved from My Diary of Us: https://mydiaryofus.com/blog/2015/1/7/citrus-detox-water?rq=citrus%20detox%20water

Girls, I. (2014, October 16). Strawberry Mint Infused Water. Retrieved from Inspired By This: https://www.inspiredbythis.com/dwell/berry-infused-water/

Natasha. (2013, June 15). Naturally Flavored Water (Detox Water). Retrieved from Natasha’s Kitchen: https://natashaskitchen.com/2013/06/15/naturally-flavored-water/