HEALTH

Healthwise, nothing can quite top a cold refreshing cup of water—you literally need it to survive! While frothy sodas and Starbucks drinks can quench your thirst, they're often packed with hidden dyes and sugars that can be really bad for your body if consumed too much. But staying hydrated doesn't have to be boring. There are so many ways to kick up the flavor in your water and get even *more* nutirients with these simple yet tasty tricks. 

 

Flavored ice cubes
There are endless variations of flavored ice cubes that you can plop into your water bottle on the go from lemon and mint to wildberry mix to basil and strawberry and more.

 

Infused water 
Don't stop the fun at ice cubes. Slice up your favorite fruits and infuse your water with fresh tasting ingredients like cucumber, sage, rasberry, watermelon or whatever your heart desires. There are plenty of recipes for detox water that cleanses different parts of your body, gives you energy, boosts your metabolism and lowers inflammation.

Cold-brewed tea
Drink delicous tea even in the heat of the summer with these sweet iced tea recipes. All you need is water, a tea bag and a fridge.

 

Pre-made drinks
If you're on the move and don't have time for the homemade thing try products like LaCroix, Hint water or ICE as healthy yet flavorful alternatives to sugary, caffeinated drinks. 

 How do you keep your water intersesting? Comment below with your special recipe!

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by Karlyn Sykes | 6/3/2017