Trouble Drinking Water? Try This.
Trouble Drinking Water? Try This.
Written By Krista Hare – November 25th 2020.
Water is everything. There’s so many health benefits brought about by simply drinking water. Not only does water help to control over-eating it also promotes a strong immune and digestive system. It helps cleanse the kidney, regulate blood sugar and assists with weight management. Water truly is powerful on so many levels. Still, many of us struggle with our water intake. If juices and sodas are your vice, here are some great ways to stay hydrated without sacrificing taste.
Coconut Water
Coconuts are King. Coconuts are great for more than just cakes, skin care and perfume. They’re also a great source of saturated fats, fiber, iron and many other vitamins and nutrients. It’s no wonder they’re considered a superfood. Specifically, coconut water is extremely low in calories and full of electrolytes making it the perfect drink for physical activity. It’s also full of active enzymes that increase the speed at which your metabolism digests food.
Lemon Water
You’ve probably heard of people recommending you to drink lemon water in the morning instead of tea or coffee. Lemons are a good source of vitamin C and polyphenol antioxidants which have been proven to reduce or slow weight gain. In addition to weight-loss, drinking lemon water helps promote healthier looking skin and reduces the appearance of wrinkles and dry skin from aging and sun damage.
honey Ginger Lemon Tea
Ginger, lemon and honey are all superfoods in their own right. Ginger and lemon are great when it comes to fighting infection with its antibacterial, anti-fungal, and antiviral properties. Natural honey is a Phytonutrient powerhouse and helps with digestion. It’s also full of antibacterial prosperities, powerful nutrients and enzymes that have been proven to prevent heart disease. Mixing honey, lemon and water is a great way to get your fill while promoting a healthy digestive system.
Fruit Infused Water
Drinking water is easy for some folks, but some fancy a sweeter alternative. Sugary juices and sodas are terrible for any diet and what’s worse is that they don’t actually quench your thirst. Drinking water infused with fruits is a tasty alternative to drinking plain old water. When you infuse your water, you get to enjoy natural flavor without sacrificing calories.
Water is important on so many levels. Aside from the benefits listed above, water has been known to provide some pretty awesome beauty benefits as well. It’s known to promote healthy hair, skin and nails and it also helps to regulate our pH levels. If water just isn’t your thing, make it your thing. Try the recommended suggestions above if you’re having trouble saying no to juices and sodas.
