Discover the health benefits of flavored water

Flavored waters are refreshing, healthy and help those who have difficulty consuming the proper amount of this liquid. “Adding herbs, fruits and vegetables makes the drink more attractive and nutritious, since the beneficial properties of food pass into the water”, explains nutritionist Graziela Maia. Flavored water can still be served at parties, meetings and events, as it has a pleasant taste, freshness and beauty.

Advantages of flavored water

It can help you lose weight, improve the functioning of the intestine, to deflate and prevent some diseases. “The result will depend on the food chosen to add to the drink. For example, pineapple and mint are good for digestion, while sage and ginger are anti-inflammatory, which help muscle recovery after high-effort exercises,” explains nutritionist Gabriela Rebello.

Do it yourself

Nutritionist Mônica Dalmácio explains that flavored water brings many benefits, as long as it is made at home; if it is industrialized, don’t expect the same. “The ideal is to use the peel of fruits such as oranges, pineapples, apples, lemons, among other fruits and leaves. The best part of flavored waters is the transfer of minerals and vitamins from the fruits, ”she explains. According to her, flavored waters have vitamin C and natural dyes, which are water soluble.

6 ingredients to use in flavored water

Water alone already brings several benefits, but some ingredients can enhance them! See the benefits of ingredients cited by nutritionists:

• Lemon: provides good amount of vitamin C and promotes a real detox of the body. It contains water-soluble substances, whether it’s the peel or just the juice.
• Mint: assists in the detox of the organism, in the increase of the immune system, in addition to fighting bad breath. Refreshing, improves the immune system and iron absorption. To have the calming effect and efficient performance in uncomfortable situations of digestion with gases, it is necessary to shred the leaf; otherwise it will just be tea.
• Plum: rich in fibers, it helps in bowel control. However, it is not indicated for patients with severe renal impairment. The preparation is simple, since you can soak it in water. The plum has soluble fiber, and this allows it to hydrate and release phenolic compounds that help prevent, for example, diabetes.
• Cinnamon: assists in burning fat, as it is a powerful thermogenic, but must be used on dick.
• Ginger: promotes diuretic effect, thermogenic and it even reinforces the immune system, helping to keep the body away from flu and colds. To make it, add 4 to 5 slices of the root or 2 spoons of the grated food to a jar of water. Avoid powdered ginger sold in markets, due to preservatives.
• Anise: effective in relieving gas, combating intestinal colic, aiding in digestion and blood pressure control, but it will only have an effect by heating the water.