This refreshing infused water combines cucumber, lemon, ginger, garlic, and fresh herbs for a light, flavorful drink that can be enjoyed throughout the day. It\u2019s an easy way to increase your fluid intake without adding sugar.
\nIngredients
\n1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
\n1 lemon, thinly sliced
\n1 small piece fresh ginger, about 1\u20132 inches, thinly sliced
\n1\u20132 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or lightly crushed
\nA small handful of fresh mint or parsley
\n1\u00bd\u20132 liters (6\u20138 cups) cold drinking water
\nIce, optional
\nInstructions
\nWash the ingredients thoroughly, especially the cucumber, lemon, ginger, and herbs.
\nSlice the cucumber and lemon into thin rounds.
\nPeel and thinly slice the ginger.
\nPeel the garlic and lightly crush it with the side of a knife.
\nAdd the cucumber, lemon, ginger, garlic, and fresh herbs to a large glass jar or pitcher.
\nPour in the cold water.
\nCover and refrigerate for 2\u20134 hours to allow the flavors to infuse. For a stronger flavor, refrigerate overnight.
\nServe chilled, with ice if desired.
\nFor food safety and best quality, keep refrigerated and consume within 24 hours. Discard if it develops an unusual smell, appearance, or taste.
\nHow to Use It
\nEnjoy a glass with meals or throughout the day as a refreshing alternative to sugary drinks. You can refill the pitcher once with additional water, although the flavor will become milder.
\nOptional Variations
\nMore citrus: Add lime or orange slices.
\nMore refreshing: Increase the amount of mint.
\nLess garlic flavor: Use just one small clove or leave garlic out.
\nMilder version: Omit the ginger and garlic and make cucumber-lemon-mint water.
\nDoes It Clean Your Blood Vessels?
\nDespite claims circulating online, this drink has not been proven to clean or unclog blood vessels in 10 days. Your body already has organs that process and remove waste, and established cardiovascular-health measures\u2014such as managing blood pressure and cholesterol, not smoking, exercising regularly, and eating a balanced diet\u2014are much more important.
\nIf you have high blood pressure or take blood-pressure medication, don’t use this drink as a substitute for prescribed treatment.
\nRecipe Card
\nRecipe: Lemon, Cucumber, Ginger & Garlic Infused Water
\nPrep Time: 10 minutes
\nInfusion Time: 2\u20134 hours
\nTotal Time: About 4 hours
\nYield: 6\u20138 cups
\nCategory: Drinks
\nCuisine: American \/ International
\nBest Served: Chilled
\nNutrition: Nutritional values vary depending on how much of the fruit, vegetables, and herbs are actually consumed rather than simply infused.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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