Stay Hydrated with Fruit Infused Water

FRUIT INFUSED WATER is refreshing and a great way to stay hydrated in this summer heat. We have some terrific fruit-infused water combinations that can help you lose weight, detox and even lower your blood-pressure.

The easiest way to infuse your water is by placing the ingredients in a pitcher and letting it sit overnight, in the refrigerator. You’ll wake up to a healthy drink that curbs soda and sugar cravings and keeps you hydrated. And, now that we’re right in the middle of summer, drinking enough water is paramount. It is recommended that adults drink 6-8 glasses of water a day, or about 2 liters (a half gallon).

By using fresh fruits and savory herbs, you’re more likely to drink water and you can reap the added benefits of the vitamins and healthy ingredients at the same time!

For all of the following fruit infused water recipes, remember to refrigerate overnight to allow time for flavor fusion, and strain before drinking (or use a handy water bottle with infuser included).

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For an Immune system boost:

• 1 whole lemon, sliced
• 1 whole orange, sliced
• 2 sprigs of fresh mint

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Detoxing and Anti-Inflammatory: 

• 1 bunch of grapes
• 1 cup raspberries
• 1 cucumber, sliced

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Weight Loss and Sugar Control: 

• 1 whole lemon, sliced
• 1 lime, sliced
• 1 cup green tea, brewed and warm
• 1 cup ginger root, grated

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Lowering Blood Pressure: 

• 1 pomegranate, seeded
• 1 cup cherries, pitted, chopped
• 1 kiwi, sliced

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Adding Antioxidants and Vitamins: 

• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 apple, sliced
• 1 cup raspberries
• 1 cup strawberries, sliced

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The best part about infusing your water is that you can make endless flavor combinations based on your taste and personal preference. Tell us about your favorite flavor fusions!

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DIY Herbal Infused Water

We’re all feeling the summer heat and wondering when will it end. It reminds me of one of my favorite songs,

“We’re having a heatwave, a tropical heatwave, it isn’t surprising, she certainly can can-can.” With a little salsa in our step, Liza and I met in the StyleBlueprint test kitchen (my house) to experiment with concocting some refreshing, herb infused waters.  They are certainly good for your waistline and will keep you hydrated in the 90 degree + weather.   Here’s what we came up with….

Since I was having a neighborhood meeting at my house, I took an independent, non-official poll and the neighbors loved the blackberry infused with mint water the best.

Cucumber and Basil Infused Water

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I personally love anything with basil, so my favorite was the basil and cucumber water.  Basil is also wonderful when infused in a simple syrup (1 part water and 1 part sugar) and added to ice teas and club soda.

Peach and Sage Infused Water.

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By far, the most interesting and beautiful of the three is the peach and sage infused water.

Liza mentioned yesterday that we were upping our game in the photography department, but dang, not sure we can always promise ones as good as these ones she took today!

Try these out and let us know your favorites–if you have any other ideas for great drinks to beat the summer heat, please send us a comment as well.

By: Elizabeth Fox

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Lemon Water Detox: The Truth

Flushing toxins out of your body sounds like a great plan. But do you really need to stop eating for several days and drink lemon water to do it?

Absolutely not, says Joy Dubost, R.D., a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The best way to clean out your system is by drinking plenty of water and getting enough fiber to keep your digestive system regular.

She says the so-called “lemon detox” or “master cleanse” diets serve no real purpose other than to starve your body of necessary nutrients. “The idea of resting your body from digestion is ridiculous.”

What’s the Draw of a Detox?

It’s easy to understand why some people may be attracted to the idea of jumpstarting a weight loss plan with something that sounds as chic as a “detox.” Dubost says these so-called detoxes have been made famous by celebrities like Beyoncé trying to lose weight in advance of awards shows.

But mixing maple and palm syrups with lemon juice, water, pepper, and sometimes salt water, doesn’t really do anything to improve your health. “There is not any scientific evidence that it provides health benefits,” Dubost says of these cleanses. “The side effects of going through this five- to seven-day process would put me on edge.”

In fact, she said the effects could be quite the opposite of healthy. “You know how you feel when you skip lunch and get a headache? You are likely to be tired and have a lack of energy. You may not want to exercise.”

A Total Cleanse Skeptic

And as far as the cleanse part? “How is this going to clean out your gastrointestinal tract?” Dubost wonders. “There would be no fiber to help move things out. This is just a fad diet, or a quick fix.”
She doesn’t believe that a so-called cleanse will help rid your body of harmful substances.

“What do they mean by ‘detox'?” she asks. “Getting rid of toxins from food? From the environment? Your body naturally cleanses itself. Your gastrointestinal tract, liver, and kidneys all help you detox.”
She points out that anyone who takes medication would be unable to do so on an empty stomach.

Adding Lemon to Water Is OK

So, forget full-on “master” cleanses. What about claims that drinking a few glasses of lemon water, while on a normal diet, can help you detox?

Drinking water is a good for you. And if you’re more likely to drink it by adding lemon, go ahead and do so, says Vandana Sheth, R.D.E., C.D.E., a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

“If you enjoy the taste of lemon water over plain water, then this would be a good way of drinking more water,” says Sheth. “The added benefits of lemon water include vitamin C, antioxidants, and potassium.”

When you drink lemon water along with foods high in iron, your body will able to absorb the iron better, she adds.

Best Advice for Purifying

Instead of wasting your time on an unproven fad, Dubost says that the best way to clean out your gastrointestinal tract is to drink lots of water and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.

You need more than just water, she stresses. You need fiber and nutrients, too. “That’s a better cleansing approach if you’re going to use the world ‘cleanse.”

If you insist on trying the sort of cleanses made famous by Hollywood, check with a doctor first. “Your body has enough nutrients to sustain you over a short period of time, but you’re entering the danger zone if you’re going five to seven days [without food]. That’s just putting your body through stress that it doesn’t need.”


Source: http://www.healthline.com

AUTUMN INFUSED WATER

It seems that in the summer you can’t escape all the fun fruity flavors of infused water to try while you’re hanging out by the pool. It’s not only a great way to stay hydrated but definitely keeps those taste buds interested. Struggling to figure out how to get your water intake as the fall rolls on? We have a refreshing solution!

This autumn-inspired, infused water is just the ticket. Whether you’re coming in from a hike, or staying busy in the kitchen cooking up goodies for the holidays, you’ll definitely want to keep a pitcher of this in the fridge at all times.

Four simple ingredients, five minutes prep time.

One apple - sliced thin

One pear - sliced thin

One plum - sliced thin

One peach - sliced thin

Mix all ingredients into a pitcher of Mountain Valley Water. Continue to add water as needed! Infused water will last a couple of days. If you’re feeling spicy, add a few cinnamon sticks and you’ve got yourself the perfect autumn concoction.

by Mountain Valley

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