The other day my kids took over the kitchen to make infused water. 💦 💧 They chopped up organic lemons and cucumbers. We don’t drink juices, sodas or other sweetened beverages, so for them it was an opportunity to try something tasty and refreshing that was not plain water.

Infuse Your Own Water

What are the benefits of infusing your own water?

You get to:

• Choose your own fruits, veggies and herbs to infuse

• Naturally consume more vitamins, minerals and antioxidants while you drink water.

• Keep yourself hydrated by encouraging you to drink more water overall

Why is this SO MUCH HEALTHIER than simply purchasing a store-bought flavored water?

Stay Away From Commercial Flavored Water Brands

It is best to avoid most commercial infused-water brands such as Bai (“water infused with flavor”), LaCroix and Bubly.

They:

• Contain “natural flavors” (which are not so healthy and the subject of several lawsuits) and other additives

• Are made from some form of purified water (as opposed to spring water)

• Come in plastic or aluminum containers (which are wasteful) and, in the case of the cans, usually contain BPA

What Are The Benefits Of Infusing Your Own Water?

• When you infuse your own water, there are no natural flavors, preservatives, added sugar or BPA (in the cans).

• You can chose your own flavor and nutritional profile to make it fit your needs.

• And you can also choose your own water: if you prefer spring water, reverse-osmosis water or even Brita-filtered tap water, at least you know what you are getting.

What’s The Best Way To Infuse?

• Choose your own fruits, veggies and herbs to infuse.

• Chop up the fruits and vegetables.

• Grab a 32-oz (or larger) mason jar and fill with water.

• Drop the fruits, veggies and herbs into the water.

• Cover and leave in the fridge overnight, for up to 12 hours.

We purchased a spout to fit the mason jar so the water doesn’t spill when we pour it.

Enjoy Your Healthy, Homemade Infused Water

There’s no reason to buy an infuser. The only benefit is that it keeps the flavor elements from mixing with the drinking water.

And there’s no reason to buy flavored water in the store.

Save the money. You can make this yourself. It’s much healthier.