Lifestyle & Wellness
Hydrated skin looks and feels better. A good moisturizer helps, but drinking enough fluids is just as important. Eat water-rich fruits and vegetables like watermelon, strawberries, grapefruit, cucumbers and celery, and drink plenty of water (BestHealth).
Water also supports your overall health. It aids digestion and natural detox, and not drinking enough can cause headaches and muscle or joint aches (MindBodyGreen).
Plain water can get boring, especially when sweeter drinks are available. To make hydration more fun and tasty, try these simple fruit- and herb-infused water recipes.
Berry & Green Tea Infusion
Key ingredients:
– Blueberries: full of antioxidants
– Raspberries: rich in vitamin C and nutrients
– Natural raw cane sugar or honey: gentle natural sweetener
– Green tea: antioxidants and vitamin C
Recipe ingredients:
– 1 cup raspberries (pre-washed)
– 1 cup blueberries (pre-washed)
– 1 tbsp organic raw cane sugar or honey
– 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
– 2 cups steeped green tea (cooled)
– Ice cubes
– Cold filtered water
– Pitcher (about 1/2 gallon / 2 liters)
Instructions:
1. Steep two green tea bags in warm water for 2–4 minutes. Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
2. In the pitcher, layer raspberries, blueberries and mint leaves. Add the sugar or honey if you like it slightly sweet.
3. Add ice, pour in the chilled green tea, then fill the rest of the pitcher with cold filtered water.
4. Let it sit in the fridge for about 10 minutes to blend the flavors, then serve.
Cool Cucumber Herbal Infusion
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Key ingredients:
– Cucumber: refreshes and tones
– Green tea: antioxidant and vitamin C-rich
Recipe ingredients:
– 1 cup sliced cucumber (pre-washed)
– 2 cups steeped green tea (cooled)
– 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (optional)
– Ice cubes
– Cold filtered water
– Pitcher (about 1/2 gallon / 2 liters)
Instructions:
1. Steep two green tea bags in warm water for 2–4 minutes and chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
2. Put the cucumber slices (and mint, if using) in the pitcher.
3. Add ice, pour in the chilled green tea, and top up with cold filtered water.
4. Chill for about 10 minutes before serving.
Do you have a favorite healthy, refreshing summer drink? Tell us in the comments below.