Pack Flavor And Nutrients As You Hydrate

August may be the Sunday of summer, but that doesn’t mean it brings any less heat! In fact, the increased humidity and lack of rain generally make this month the hottest of the year. And like with any enjoyable Sunday, you’ll want to make sure you keep your family’s spirits high by keeping their bodies properly hydrated.

Enter water infused with fruits and vegetables. If you’re struggling to get your family to drink enough water (or if you’re struggling yourself), we may have just found your next obsession in hydration. Don’t cave in to sugary drinks, these trendy concoctions are a great healthy alternative when regular H20 gets stale. Plus, added fresh ingredients also make infused water a great source of antioxidants, vitamins, and other great nutrients.

Infusing water can require a little bit of patience, though. Make sure you let your creations sit for at least a couple of hours (or overnight) before pouring a glassful. Remember all good things take time! The bright side is that these recipes look great in a pitcher, so you may want to let them sit as décor for a while anyways before you drink up!

1. Blueberry Orange Water Packed with antioxidants, vitamin c and potassium, this unlikely fruit duo goes great in your infused water and will leave you refreshed and satisfied no matter how hot that midday picnic gets. Squeeze in the orange juice for even more flavor and allow a day before drinking for the water to fully infuse.

2. Strawberry, Lime, Cucumber and Mint Water Mint and cucumber give this recipe a sharp flavor while the strawberry and lime keep it sweet and citrusy. This combination of fruits and vegetables also gives the finished product great visual appeal. We won’t blame you if you opt for this one, simply for its looks.

3. Citrus Cucumber Water...

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