An FAQ On Infused Water

There were some queries on infused water ever since the first post about my attempts at doing it on Tuesday, so here’s a good FAQ:

http://www.infusedwaters.com/faq

The most frequently asked questions:

How long should I infuse the water?

A good rule of thumb is to infuse for 1-2 hours at room temperature or in the fridge for 3-4 hours to achieve potent flavor and water color. Do you like your water really fruity and tangy? You can infuse overnight or up to 12 hours!

If you infuse for 4 or more hours, though, be sure to remove the fruits and herbs from the water, then store the infused water in the fridge for up to 3 days. Removing the infused fruits from the water will prevent the fruit from decomposing in the water and potentially creating undesirable flavors.

Are there any nutritional benefits to drinking infused waters?

Absolutely! Nutrients leak out of the fruit directly into the water. Some nutritionists estimate that you get as much as 20% of the vitamin content of freshly squeezed fruit juice, all without he extra calories or fructose. In addition, fruits are naturally rich in antioxidants, so you’ll also be consuming a variety of naturally occurring antioxidants when you drink infused water. Basically, it’s like making your own “vitamin water” but without the cost or hidden ingredients. Teas such as green tea or chamomile are also antioxidant-rich, so adding tea to your recipes just adds to the goodness.

Is it important to use organic fruit and herbs?

Yes! Using organic produce is especially important if you are infusing fruits with the rind on. Otherwise, you could potentially be drinking pesticide residue. If you don’t have access to organic produce, simply cut off the rinds/ skins of your fruits. If cutting off the rind is not possible, rinse well and use a soft Fruit and Vegetable Brush or rinse well with water, using your fingers to rub the fruit.

Since Tuesday, I have tried various fruits!

Here’s today’s infusions:

In those three pitchers, I have cucumber, lemon, orange, apple, cinnamon, blueberries, grape, ginger, etc.

Source: https://myanimalcare.org/2016/02/05/an-faq-on-infused-water/

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