Infused water is basically to water what sangria is to wine. It is about adding in fresh, flavourful ingredients like juicy berries, crisp herbs and sweet melon. This combination of strawberries and watermelon with fresh mint is full of vitamin C, a nutrient important for a strong immune system and fast wound healing, plus it acts as an antioxidant. Flavoured water is a good option for those who do not normally drink enough and find the taste too bland- spiking it can make it more appealing and less like a dreaded health obligation. The hotter it is the more we need to hydrate and drinking more water keeps energy levels up and skin glowing. Adding in water dense fruits and vegetables to meals and snacks regularly helps maintain optimal hydration too.
All three of these ingredients work well for infused water because each of their flavours come through without overpowering each other. The mint however, does get more predominant as time passes so if you intend to drink it slowly reduce the amount by about half. Once the water is gone the strawberries and watermelon are still good to eat, creating a built-in snack. 
- 8 cups water
- 1½ cups strawberries, sliced
- 1½ cups seedless watermelon, diced
- ⅓ cup fresh mint
- Optional: ice cubes
- Place the strawberries, watermelon and mint in a large pitcher then pour the water overtop. Stir gently and serve. The pink colour and flavours will deepen as time progresses.
