Water is the most important part of our lives. It not only keeps us hydrated but also lubricates joints, aids digestion and does so much more. But are you aware of a new social media trend called ‘Loaded Water’? It’s basically water flavoured with fruits to make it appealing while also helping manage sugar cravings. Curious to know more and how to make it? Keep reading.
What Actually Is Loaded Water?
Before we get into its benefits and recipes, let’s first understand what loaded water is. You might have heard of ‘Detox Water’ that helps detoxify the body and aids weight loss, but now there’s a new trend going viral on social media: ‘loaded water.’
Plain water can feel boring, and meeting our daily requirements often feels tough. Loaded water is a fresh take on hydration. Think plain or sparkling water infused with fresh fruit slices, herbs, electrolyte powders and more. It is nutritious, refreshing, and far better than reaching out for fizzy sodas or cold drinks.
As per a report by the New York Post, you can easily make this drink by adding fresh fruits to a pitcher of water or sparkling water. The drink looks colourful and appealing, and can also boost metabolism and cut down sugar cravings. It’s just water, but better: fewer calories and no artificial flavouring.
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How To Make Loaded Water At Home
Now that you know what Loaded Water is, here’s how you can make it at home. This recipe is taken from thefeedfeed.com.
And, it’s super easy to make!
Ingredients:
- A pitcher of filtered water.
- 1 packet electrolyte powder (optional)
- 3-4 lemon slices
- 3-4 lime slices
- A handful of mint leaves
- Sparkling water (to top off)
- Ice cubes
Method:
- Take a glass and fill it halfway with water.
- Add the electrolyte powder and stir it properly.
- Add a lot of ice cubes.
- Drop in the lemon and lime slices along with fresh mint leaves.
- Pour sparkling water on top, and enjoy!
You can now enjoy this healthy, hydrating and home-made loaded water. It’s super easy to make, right?
The best part is you can experiment with loaded water however you like. Instagram is full of recipes. Apart from lemon and lime, you can also add fruit slices like watermelon, oranges, etc. If plain water feels boring, you can swap it with coconut water too. The recipe is versatile, and the benefits are endless.
Loaded water is a low-calorie alternative to sugary juices and sodas. It is colourful, refreshing, and easy to make. It keeps you hydrated, reduces sugar cravings, and gives plain water a fun twist. We are going straight to the kitchen to make this drink! When are you?
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