Thursday, June 12, 2014

Refreshing H2O

RX YOUR H2O!
Have you ever experienced those scorching hot days when you know you should be drinking good ol' H2O, and you end up consuming a not-so-full-of-good-stuff kinda beverage just because you wanted something with flavour? Try making flavoured water on your own!! All you need is some of your favourite fruits and good old water, chill it for a few hours so the flavours seep into the water and you have yourself your own hydrating concoction! Have a pitcher always ready in the fridge for the whole family to enjoy; definitely a great way to have kids drink their water and avoid all those sugary, bubbly sodas that don't keep them hydrated and refreshed during those dog days of summer!


Ingredients for "Strawberriwi Water"
500 mL Water
5 Whole Blackberries, washed
1 Whole Kiwi, peeled, halved, sliced
2 Whole Strawberries, washed, sliced


 

Method
  1. Place fruit in pitcher or water bottle.
  2. Pour water in container over fruit.
  3. Cover container and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  4. Seriously, that simple!
  5. Try a citrus combo to get that vitamin C and energy going or a cooling cucumber and mint - better yet, make your own signature flavoured water!

BONUS: Homemade Iced Tea

Ingredients
4-6 Tea Bags (Green or Black tea works)
Lemon Wedges or Mint (Optional)

Method
  1. The best way is to fill a pitcher full of water.
  2. Add in your tea bags and cover with saran wrap. Note - make sure you secure the tea bag strings so you can easily pull them out when done.
  3. Place it outside in the sun for 2-4 hours; the length of time depends on how strong you like your tea.
  4. Remove the tea bags and chill in the fridge.
  5. When ready to drink, you can squeeze some lemon wedges and even add mint for a little extra flavour.

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