Want to make drinking water a little more exciting? I know I do. Water is an essential part of life that we need every single day. It is a pure and healthy form of hydration, but plain water can be a little boring sometimes. So why not try infusing your next glass of water with fruit or fresh herbs.

The most common and easiest way to add a twist to your water is by adding citrus. Lemons, limes and oranges add flavor and vitamin C. Cucumber and mint are also a delightful and refreshing combination. By drinking water with natural sweetness, like fruit, you can reduce the urge to drink soda and other sugary beverages.

For optimal performance our bodies requires a minimum of 8 cups of water per day. But we all stand to benefit from more H2O if we live in a warm climate or if we’re physically active. Infusing water can be done by the glass for a single serve portion or it can be made in a pitcher. When friends and family are coming over I like to fill my large clear glass pitcher with various types of infused water each time we are having a celebration. From strawberry tangerine to rosemary grapefruit, and lemon cucumber – have fun trying different varieties of naturally flavored water.

Tangerine and blackberry infused water