Low Calorie Thirst Quencher: Infused Water

What is behind the trend in which fruit, vegetables and herbs are literally “infused” with water? Maybe this is the ideal alternative for you to save sugar.

In contrast to sugary soft drinks, water is the ideal and above all calorie-neutral thirst quencher par excellence. Nevertheless, it is not for everyone. If you think that a little taste can not hurt, but sugar does not necessarily have to be, then you should have heard of the magic word “Infused Water” before. Basically, it’s nothing but soda lemon, just in a modified form. The thirst quencher with fruit flavor has developed into a true trend among calorie-conscious.
Colorful mix of fruits and water
“Infused” means “infused”, and that’s exactly what it means: fruits, vegetables and herbs are infused with fresh water. This mixture is left for a while in the refrigerator. The flavors of the ingredients are transferred to the water. The result is a subtly fruity enriched drink, which also makes some visual sense.

There are no limits to the imagination when putting together the ingredients. It is only important to wash the fruit and vegetables used thoroughly. If you want to be on the safe side, you can turn to organic fruit. Infused Water should be freshly made, always refrigerated, and not longer than a day, so that the ingredients do not spoil.

What is behind it?
Infused Water is often credited with health benefits – such as detox drink, energy booster or fat killer. All nice (marketing) names for water with a touch of taste. Scientifically proven there is little. But at least the fresh, pleasant taste will certainly convince one or the other drinking rotten to do something for his fluid balance and not to resort to soft drinks.

recipe Tips
Particularly refreshing is a combination of fresh mint, cucumber and citrus fruits – if you like a touch of spiciness, adds ginger.
Lovers of summery flavors combine different berry fruits, perfect with watermelon and spicy sprigs of fresh rosemary.

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