One of the most important things for a healthy lifestyle is to drink enough water! Some people  simply don’t enjoy the taste of water, it can be a struggle to stay hydrated. Here are a couple of ideas to jazz up the flavor of water naturally, making it more palatable and enjoyable.

These can all be made fresh or in advance; Aim to drink within 24-36 hours; Best to use Organic (or scrub well) before adding to the water; and Feel free to add ice!

Simple Lemon Water

There are several articles touting the many benefits of starting your day with a glass of lemon water. It’s easy, fresh and tastes great.

Ingredients:

• 2 Liters of water (preferably filtered)
• 2 Lemons

Directions:

1. Fill a pitcher with water
2. Cut lemons in half, squeeze juice into the pitcher. If organic, add in the lemon rinds for added flavor and a bright look!

Apple & Grape Infused Water

This combo lends a nice aroma and a fresh taste to the water. The apples may break up a bit as they sit in the water, if that would bother you, feel free to strain out any chunks before drinking.

Ingredients:

• 2 Liters of Water (preferably filtered)
• 1 Apple (thinly sliced)

10-15 Grapes (cut in half)

Directions:

1. Fill a pitcher with water and add sliced apples and cut grapes.
2. Let water infuse for at least 1 hour.
3. Strain out fruit, if desired.

Spicy Cucumber Water

Cucumber water – it’s not just for Spas anymore! The fresh cucumber contributes nutrients like Vitamin A and C to the water, and the ginger gives it a kick that keeps you coming back for more.

Ingredients:

• 2 Liters of water (preferably filtered)
• 1 Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 Tbsp of ginger, grated
• 1 Lemon, thinly sliced

Directions:

1. Fill a pitcher with water and add cucumber and lemon slices and fresh ginger.
2. Allow to steep at least one hour.
   Strain, if desired.