Happy Monday! Spring is definitely in the air. Heck, it feels like summer around here. I worked outside in my yard most of the weekend and I’ve got to tell you, there’s nothing more refreshing than a big tall glass of infused water. It’s so important to make sure we drink enough water every day, especially as the temperatures begin to climb. Sadly, many of us fall short of the recommended minimum. Every body is different, but I try to get at least 8-8 oz. glasses per day. If you don’t like the taste of plain old boring water, this is a fun and fresh way to kick up the flavor. Why is it called Detox Water? Well, this particular combination helps flush the toxins out of your body and debloat. Here’s how!
– Cucumbers prevent water retention and have many anti-inflammatory properties.
– Lemons improve digestion and boost mineral absorption.
– Oranges contain flavonoids in the peel and juice that stimulate the immune system, help reduce cholesterol levels and aid with healthy blood circulation.
– Mint supports the digestive system by activating salivary glands and digestive enzymes helping the body to digest more easily and soothe cramping stomachs.
Pretty great benefits, right!
So what are you waiting for? Whip up a pitcher of this deliciously flavored, healthy detox water today!
Chop up your lemons, oranges, cucumbers and grab a few mint leaves.
Fill the pitcher with some ice and drop the fresh cuts in a large pitcher. Here are the pitchers I have. They’re my favorite!
Pour in the water and let infuse for an hour in the fridge. You can refill the water in the pitcher 1 or 2 times throughout your day. Discard the fresh cuts and replace with new every day.
What are some of your favorite water infused combinations?
- 1 cup ice
- ½ lemon, sliced
- ½ orange, sliced
- ½ cucumber, sliced
- 3 mint leaves
- Fill a 2 quart pitcher with ice.
- Add in sliced fruits, cucumber and mint leaves.
- Fill the pitcher full of water. I'm usually able to get 6 full cups of water in the pitcher.
- Let everything infuse for an hour in the fridge.
- Pour in a glass and sip throughout the day.
- You can refill the water in the pitcher 1 or 2 times per day.
- Make sure you discard your fresh cuts and replace them daily.
I love everything from cake to kale. Life is all about balance. I like to live, laugh and love to the fullest! Our time is too short not to enjoy ourselves.
Yum!! I have all of those ingredients at home right now. I’m going to whip up a batch!
Yay! You’ll love it 🙂
Hi Sarah, how’s the garden coming along? Just last week I was doing some work in ours too! Down here in Florida keeping hydrated is so important I’m on board with you for sure! Of course love citrus! WooHoo. Your BBFF
I’m harvesting everything I planted in October and am getting ready for my spring plant this weekend. I was planting flowers this weekend to make everything pretty 🙂 Thank you!
I’m also trying to consume enough water during the day. 🙂 It’s a good reminder to make some orange or mint water!
It’s hard to make sure you’re getting enough water, but if it tastes good, it just makes it a little easier 🙂
I love your infused water and am hanging on to this recipe, one day soon it will get warm here in NYC. Tomorrow rain/snow mix and temps in the 40’s. I think yyoue water is amazing and perfext for a hot day. I can’t wait to start making it.
Yes, you need some warm weather out there! Wishing you warming thoughts 🙂 Thank you!
I may need a gallon of this…lol! 🙂
You and me both 😀
YUM! I usually only stick to lemon but I bet the addition of oranges and cucumber is FANTASTIC! Definitely making a pitcher for the fridge 🙂
I’m usually just a lemon girl too, but this combo is awesome! Let me know how you like it 🙂
I love lemon and cucumber water! It’s like treating yourself to a day at the spa! Love it! This recipe has a nice twist with the orange. I have made mine with ginger root which also has anti-inflammatory benefits. I’ll be adding the orange now…sounds great!
It is like a day at the spa 🙂 I love the idea of ginger root, I’m going to give that a try next time!
I have everything but the Mint and cant get to the store – is it ok to make without the mint??
Absolutely!
medically I was advice not to take anything cold I have goitre and anything thing from the fridge gives me cold can I do mine with room temperature water?
I actually drink mine at room temperature all day. Hope that helps 🙂