The last time you requested a glass of water at a
sit-down restaurant, it’s likely that you were asked whether or not you’d like
any lemon in it. If you said “yes” to the lemon, then you already know how
refreshing it can be when added to a cold glass of water. What you may not know is that there are lots of other
benefits that come with adding lemon
or other produce to your water.
Here we’ll take a closer look at how such a simple
choice can make a really big difference in the long run. You’ll be wondering
why you ever settled for plain, ordinary water in the first place!
1.
Easier
Digestion
These days, most of us try to eat healthy as often as possible, but sometimes that’s
easier imagined than accomplished. Increasingly hectic schedules and busy
lifestyles can mean we eat far more processed food than we ought to. We can
experience chronic digestive issues as a result.
Lemons do a fantastic job of stimulating the liver and
encouraging it to release bile, helping your body with the business of
digestion. Lemons are also packed with antioxidants, which further help to keep
your body toxin-free.
2.
Aids
Weight Loss
If you’re like a lot of people, the chances are pretty
good that you’d either like to lose a few pounds or are actively interested in
staying slim. Infused waters that contain lemon and other fruits or vegetables can
help.
Both water and lemons help to keep the body hydrated
and curb hunger pangs. Put the two together and you’ll find it a lot easier to
ignore that vending machine full of candy bars when the mid-afternoon slump
rolls around.
3.
Beautifies
Skin
A good, effective skincare routine isn’t as complicated as
all those cosmetics commercials would have you believe. Your skin really only
needs two things in order to look and feel its very best – nutrients and water.
Infused water has both of those things in spades.
Water helps to plump and hydrate your skin so that it
looks supple and soft, not leathery and dry. The vitamins and antioxidants in
your lemons or produce infuse the water with the nutrients skin needs to fuel
cell turnover, as well as detoxify itself.
4.
Fortifies
the Immune System
Drinking infused water does more than simply nourish and
beautify your skin. It can help keep your immune system in tip-top condition,
as well, when consumed regularly. Lemon water in particular contains lots of Vitamin C,
which is essential when it comes to staying healthy and repairing damaged
tissue. Many infused waters are also high in iron, another nutrient that can
help keep infection at bay.
5. Boosts Energy
Even the most health-conscious of us can feel a little
sluggish from time to time for any number of reasons. Sometimes we feel low on
energy because we haven’t been getting enough sleep. Other times it’s because
we’re not getting enough vital nutrients, something that happens a lot more
often than most of us realize.
Infused waters like lemon water can help keep you feeling
peppy by supplying your body with a steady stream of vitamins and minerals, not
to mention hydration. Many produce options (lemon included) also help to flush
fatigue-causing toxins out of your system.
The next time you’re feeling a little zapped, try reaching
for a glass of infused water instead of another cup of coffee. You might be
surprised at how well it helps.
The Importance of Using the Right Ingredients
To reap the full benefit of your infused waters, it’s
important to use ingredients that are 100% free of toxins and other not-so-nice
elements. That means sticking to organic produce, free of pesticides and other
unsavory compounds.
It also means forgoing straight tap water in favor of
filtered water instead. Try adding the convenience of a refrigerator
filter to your life. It’s a great way to make sure you have unlimited
access to as much cold filtered water and as many filtered ice cubes as you
need for your infused water creations. Alternatively, you could have a reverse
osmosis filter installed underneath your kitchen sink or explore any number
of other options.
When you add the clean, pure benefits of infused water made with quality ingredients to your life, you won’t believe how great you’ll feel. Explore the possibilities today!
