Infusing Water
Drinking plenty of water is an important part of any diet, especially a whole foods diet. Avoiding refined sugars and artificial chemicals can make it difficult to drink anything else but water. Drinking enough of it, about 64 to 128 ounces per day depending where you live and other factors, can help with feeling full during the day, among many other benefits.
8 or 10 glasses of water per day can get boring at times. The spice of life is variety and sometimes it is difficult to add variety without adding calories and/or chemicals. There is a solution, one that many restaurants use to refresh customers and clear their palates before and after eating: infusing flavors into the water.
This is not about adding powders with mystery ingredients. Instead you can use small amounts of whole foods to add a subtle flavor to your water. The most common way to do this is to simply add a slice or two of lemon into your water. This adds a light lemon flavor while adding very few, if any, calories. Other citrus can work just as well. Limes have a similar flavor, oranges can add a little sweetness, and grapefruits can add a touch of bitterness if you want.
Other fruits like strawberries, raspberries, kiwis, and watermelon can give your water enough flavor to keep it interesting day after day. Herbs are another great addition. Mint is a common addition to drinks. Basil can be added to add a slight Italian taste and a bit of a garden smell to water. Cilantro also works.
A few slices of fresh ginger root and a small spoonful of honey can add more of an Asian flavor to your water. Some oils have a strong flavor that can change the flavor with just a few drops.
Do not skip water simply because it is boring. Instead find ways to keep it interesting by infusing flavors into your water. It is important to drink enough water, especially when dieting. Try new things and you should rarely feel bored.
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