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I heard the craze about flavored water using fruits nowadays. I decided to give it a try. I have researched and found a recipe in one of the blogs to try Lemon Water. It is so easy to do and very refreshing too.
2 quarts water
Juice of one lemon
2 lemons, thinly sliced
Ice
Few Sprigs of mint
Combine all ingredients and let it settle to allow the flavors to infuse. Then ENJOY! You can also use warm water, I prefer it that way. Its so soothing and makes you feel all refresh after.
Now, that's one healthy drink against your usual soft-drinks or canned juice. Here's the plus plus of it.
One of the major benefits in drinking lemon water is that it aids in weight loss and gives your body natural electrolytes. It's a great source of Vitamin C and antioxidants which helps to maintain your body's energy while on a diet plan or when working out. Not only is lemon water a great tool in weight loss, but it just so happens to be amazing for your skin as well! It really gives your skin a nice glow by rejuvenating it from within and can also act as an anti-aging remedy. -eatyourselfskinny.com
I can't stress this out enough but it says "aids in weight loss and gives our body natural electrolytes". I'am now trying to loss some weight, yes.. This might just be the thing. Every weekend I run for 30 minutes on a treadmill and (if the situation permits) walk for 1 hour daily at the end of the day.
"Lemons are high in pectin fiber, which helps fight hunger cravings. It also has been shown that people who maintain a more alkaline diet lose weight faster."- LA JOLLA MOM
I tried drinking it cold in the morning but I am always rushing as so i get to just forget about breakfast and food. So just coffee for me in the morning to kick start my brain. But, yes, I really want this to be part of my daily morning thing. ;-) I drink my warm lemon water after I settle down before bed.
My lovely friend, suggested "why not drink flavored water instead of just plain water every meal or any time of the day". Well what a great idea! Why not? you can prepare them in the morning in a big pitcher and store them in your fridge and whenever you needed a drink, you have a wonderful flavored water to satisfy your thirst. It's healthy, delicious, and very easy to make.
You can try strawberries, pineapples, or apples or whatever you fancy. My office mates are doing the apple water and they love it. I'm more of warm lemon water person. So do try it at home. Happy summer!!
