In my last post, I gave you a few simple DIY recipes to stay hydrated. (Read it here if you missed it.) Here are seven more recipes to quench your thirst.
As a quick reminder, even mild dehydration can lead to lethargy, brain fog, headaches, sugar cravings and more. Rather than reaching for a sugary energy drink or soda that may leave you jittery and (sooner or later) lethargic, try one of these easy-to-make homemade recipes that will provide your body with real energy from electrolytes, minerals, and satisfying hydration. Enjoy!
PRO TIPS:
- Many or most of these ingredients are readily available right in your backyard, or a neighbor’s backyard, or at your local Farmers’ market.
- If local ingredients are not available, always use organic ingredients to avoid toxic pesticides and herbicides. Read why you need to avoid these toxic chemicals HERE.
- Use filtered water to avoid chlorine, fluoride and other toxic chemicals in your drinking water. (I like the Berkey, available HERE. If you have fluoridated water, be sure to get the fluoride filters as well, HERE.)
- For extra hydration, especially in hot weather, add a pinch of Real brand salt or pink Himalayan salt to the pitcher.
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The Classic: Lemon & cucumber:
1 cucumber, thinly sliced
1 lemon, thinly sliced
Several fresh basil leaves, chopped
Several fresh mint leaves, chopped
Combine all ingredients with 10 cups of filtered water. Stir well and chill or serve over ice.
2. The Granite : Strawberry & Lime or Raspberry & Lime
6 strawberries 0r Raspberries, sliced in half
1 lime, thinly sliced
12 fresh mint leaves, chopped
Combine all ingredients with 10 cups of filtered water. Stir well and chill or serve over ice.
Learn the daily habits to live a life of energy and vitality HERE!
3. The Digestive : Fennel & citrus
2 – 3 teaspoons dried fennel seeds roughly chopped in 150 ml of boiling water for 5-10 minutes. Allow to cool.
Fresh squeezed lemon juice from one lemon
1 small orange, thinly sliced
12 fresh mint leaves, chopped
Steep the fennel seeds for 10 minutes in 1 cup freshly boiled water. Strain.
Combine all ingredients with 10 cups of filtered water. Stir well and chill or serve over ice. Add a dash of fresh lemon zest for extra zing.
4. BerryAntiOx Boost: Blackberry & Sage
Sage leaf and fresh berries have super high antioxidant content.
1 cup blackberries, lightly crushed
3-4 sage leaves, gently rubbed between your fingers to release their fragrance and flavor
Combine all ingredients with 10 cups of filtered water. Stir well and chill or serve over ice.
5. Sweet Mary: Watermelon & Rosemary
1 cup watermelon cut into cubes
2 rosemary stems, gently rubbed between your fingers to release their fragrance and flavor
Combine all ingredients with 10 cups of filtered water. Stir well and chill or serve over ice.
6. The Tropical : Pineapple & Mint
1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into cubes
12 fresh mint leaves finely chopped
Combine all ingredients with 10 cups of filtered water. Stir well and chill or serve over ice.
7. The Zinger: Ginger& tea
4-6 Black, Green or Mate tea bags
3 teaspoons fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped
Steep tea bags of choice and chopped ginger for 10 minutes in 2 cups of freshly boiled water. This will make a strong tea.
After 10 minutes, remove tea bags and squeeze to get the last drops out. Strain the ginger pieces out, or leave in for an extra bit of zing. Let cool.
Combine all ingredients with 10 cups of filtered water. Stir well and chill or serve over ice.
