Get Healthier With Infused Water

We all have our quirky ailments. Some of us have digestion issues, while others are arthritic inflammation and some have a suppressed immunity. Whatever the case may be, there is a simple way to reduce symptoms that go along with these personal ailments. By gently flushing the system on a daily basis with infusions of fruit, herbs and water, you can start taking steps to get your health to the standards you want to be at.

Infused detox waters act by gently flushing out toxins and provide you added antioxidants and other health boosting nourishment. As well, many of the detox waters improves immunity and digestive function, cleanses and revitalizes the urinary tract, improves your complexion and curbs the appetite and creates a general overall health and wellbeing.

I began making infused detox water so I could get my family away from unhealthy sugar-filled juices and sodas, now it is all they reach for in the refrigerator. Drinking infused waters are great because they add subtle flavor and a touch of sweetness. Creating fruit infused water couldn’t be more simple either. You can either add all the fruit or herbs to a pitcher and allow it to sit overnight, or purchase a pitcher specifically designed for infusing fruit, like the one. I even have a portable water bottle that infuses fruit so I can enjoy it while walking or driving around town. When making my water, I prefer using filtered water that do not contain fluoride and other harmful chemicals and organic fruits and herbs from the garden. Steering clear of fruits that have herbicides and pesticides will undermine your detox efforts. Try some of these out during get together, spa days with the girls or as a refreshing treat for yourself.

• 1 tablespoon lavender dried or fresh, culinary grade
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1/2 tablespoon of mint dried or fresh
• 1 quart filtered water

1. Add lavender, lemon wedges and mint to a tea bag and set in pitcher.
2. Fill pitcher with filtered water and allow it to sit overnight.

5. Cilantro Lemon Water for Removing Heavy Metals

Because cilantro is so rich in manganese, an antioxidant that helps reduce the effect of oxidative stress at a cellular level, it can rid the body of heavy metal poisoning from elements like mercury and lead. Scientists have even theorized that the outer cell wall of cilantro is ideal for capturing metals. You can use cilantro to purify water by filling a tube with dried, ground cilantro. When the water runs through the tube, the cilantro absorbs the metals. An easier home solution for a cilantro water cleanse is to fill tea bags with dried cilantro. Place the tea bags in water for a few minutes and voila! Filtered water! Out of cilantro? Its rumored dandelion and parsley have the same effect! Read more here.

• 1 handful of fresh cilantro
• 1/2 lemon, squeezed
• 3 tablespoons honey, optional
• 1 quart filtered water

1. Muddle the cilantro leaves add them to a pitcher.
2. Add remaining ingredients and pour filtered water over them.
3. Refrigerate overnight and enjoy!

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