Water and its perks
We all have heard it say how important it is to drink at least 2L of water per day. Our bodies are mainly liquid, but not just any liquid, water is the responsible of certain functions such as digestion, the creation of saliva, circulation, absorption, the maintenance of body temperature and transport of nutrients just to name a few.
Most people ingest the recommended amount suggested above or more per day, as others barely drink it if at all. It is true that for some the ingestion of this fluid can be a challenge due to the insipid taste, therefore, the reason for this article. In order to keep a healthy body we are going to provide you with some tips on how to make “this experience” more enjoyable for the whole family.
INFUSED WATER
Someone who clearly did not like to drink water came up with this idea, and what a great invention! Making it easier and fun; once your body gets use to it, it will adjust to higher intake amounts of liquid and you’ll notice the weight decreasing as well as your appetite. It is believed that water flushes and cleanses your body making it easier for you to keep off lost weight.
Drinking water infused with citric fruits has shown to benefit the immune system and for that reason we are going to provide you with 5 simple recipes of infused waters to make this “task” an easy process.
Lemon Water
INGREDIENTS
1 Lemon (sliced)
1 Mini Cucumber (sliced)
10-12 Fresh Mint leaves
Strawberry Water
INGREDIENTS
3 Strawberries cut in half
1/2 Cup of Blueberries
6-8 Fresh Mint leaves
Lavender Water
INGREDIENTS
1 Tablespoon of dried Lavender
1 Lime (thinly sliced)
6-8 Fresh Mint leaves (optional)
Grapefruit Water
INGREDIENTS
1 Grapefruit cut in pieces
2 Sprigs of fresh Rosemary
White Peach Water
INGREDIENTS
1 White peach (sliced)
1 Small bunch of fresh Basil leaves
WATER-RICH FOODS
Though infused water is a very healthy and fun option to keep hydrated, remember the benefits of ingesting fruits and vegetables are equally important. Here is a list of “watery” foods that will also help you keep thirst free.
Water melon
Pineapple
Pear
Tomatoes
Celery
Cucumbers
Carrots
Lettuce
Broccoli
Cantaloupe
Not only your body but also your brain will thank you for keeping hydrated all through out the day. If you suffer from migraines and big headaches give it a try and you’ll soon notice the difference.