These infused water combinations can help you lose weight, flatten your belly, boost your energy and improve your digestion. It only takes one minute to turn a plain jar of water into something beautiful and tasty.

Instead of sugary iced teas, lemonades, energy drinks or fruit juices, try these ideas to create delicious homemade flavored water. While most commercial brands are nothing more than food coloring, sugar, and chemicals, you can make your own bottle at home naturally with just a few ingredients.
Simply take any fresh fruit (except bananas), herbs, and spices to turn your once plain water into a refreshing, flavored drink. These recipes will help you stay healthy and hydrated all summer long.

Our favorite combinations:

#1 Pineapple-Mint-Ginger

1/2 cup thinly sliced pineapple
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (lightly crushed)
5 slices of ginger

#2 Rosemary-Watermelon

Four chopped rosemary sprigs (to release their flavor)
1/2 cup watermelon chunks

#3 Mint-Cucumber-Lime

1/2 cucumber, sliced
1/2 lime, sliced
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves

#4 Strawberry-Lemon-Basil

1/2 cup sliced strawberries
1/2 lemon, sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

#5 Raspberry-Orange-Mint

1/2 cup frozen raspberries
1/2 orange, sliced
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves

#6 Pineapple-Lime-Ginger

1/2 cup cubed pineapple
1/2 lemon, sliced
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger

You’ll Need:

–   1-quart jar

–   Water

–   Wooden spoon

–   Stevia (optional)

How to do it:

1.   Choose your favorite recipe (or create your own combination) and prepare all of the ingredients.

2.   Place fruit, herbs, and/or spices onto the bottom of the jars, and mash it up with a wooden spoon, in order to release some of the flavor-filled juices.

3.   Fill jar with still (or sparkling) water and ice cubes. If you'd like something a bit sweeter, add some stevia. Refrigerate overnight for maximum flavor.

4.   Enjoy your homemade vitamin water!