One of the things that I have struggled with for year is my body weight. Diet and exercise are not my best friends. Some of the things that I have implemented to help my body are fresh fruit infused waters. That is why I want to share with you 5 recipes for detoxifying waters with fresh fruits. And also some good tips to improve our lifestyle. To view this post in Spanish visit here.

The reminder of my struggle is firmly rooted in the fact that I enjoy eating, felt busy to even consider exercising, and sometimes use food as an emotional outlet. Do you identify yourself? Consequently, my weight has fluctuated over the years like a championship yo-yo.

Marriage, motherhood, work, ridiculously crowded schedules, and long to-do lists. All contributed to not spending enough time on a healthy lifestyle. Either due to lack of time or lack of energy. You may be nodding your head right now. Feel my pain, right?

For over a decade I have been battling cancer and undergoing numerous tests, surgeries, and medications. This has made my body work harder to stay healthy.

It was time to take charge and make some changes. Start slow. Start with these 5 recipes for detoxifying waters with fresh fruits.

5 Healthy Recipes for Detox Water with Fresh Fruits

Make these five healthy detox water recipes with fresh fruits and detox for a new healthier life. Give yourself permission to live a good and refreshing lifestyle. Let’s start the year together.

5 Healthy Detox Water Recipes with Fresh Fruits

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Make this 5 Healthy Detox Water Recipes with Fresh Fruits and detox for a new healthier you. Give yourself permission to live a good and refreshing lifestyle. Let's start the year right together.

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Ingredients

Orange and Blueberries

• 2 Mandarin Oranges, cut into slices or wedges
• Fresh Blueberries, a handful

Strawberries and Blueberries

• 5 Fresh Strawberries, sliced or quartered
• Fresh Blueberries, a handful

Orange and Strawberries

• 2 Mandarin Oranges, sliced or quartered
• 5 Fresh Strawberries, sliced or quartered

Strawberry and Kiwi

• 5 Fresh Strawberries, sliced or quartered
• 2 Kiwis, sliced

Lemon and Lime

• 1 Lemon, sliced or in wedges
• 2 Limes, sliced or in wedges

Instructions

1. Toss fruits of choice in a mason jar or fruits infused water bottle.
2. Add water and refrigerate for about 1 hour before drinking.
3. Tip: You can refill with water 2-3 times before fruits stop infusing the water.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 15 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 48Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 2mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 8gProtein: 1g

Tips to improve your lifestyle

1. Eliminate Diets 

Replacing all “diets” with a “healthy eating plan.”

Fad diets are quick fixes and rarely do they work in the long run. A healthy eating plan requires a lifestyle change, and it’s not just a matter of how much we weigh, but also what we eat. A healthy eating plan also honors God. 1 Corinthians 6:19 (NIV)

One of my go-to healthy meals for lunch or even dinner is this refreshing lentil salad recipe. It’s super easy to make and filling.

2. Move 

My youngest daughter believed that opening and closing the refrigerator was her favorite exercise. When I heard her words I felt worried because I didn’t exercise my body and neither did she. We both start by setting realistic goals, 15 minutes a day, three times a week. Gradually increasing the time to 30 minutes a day, five days a week. Now we walk every day for 30 minutes and we have that time to talk and create a special bond that will last a lifetime. That is what I call choosing a healthy lifestyle with a dual purpose or effect.

3. Learn to Rest 

Rest is not an option if we want to function in the best way. Sometimes we keep busy because we are afraid to face our past or even the future. Guilt keeps us moving, trying to prove our worth. Someone once told me that just because you’re moving around all day doesn’t mean you’re going anywhere – it’s sad, but true. Living at full throttle is not the way to live. When I do, the result has always been burnout and sometimes low productivity. This may be another identifiable moment for you.

I have implemented a few things in my life that has helped me stay focused and in line with my healthy lifestyle goals. Here are 5 tips and a downloadable meal planner.

Create your own healthy and refreshing detox water recipes. Look at our favorite water bottles to take our detoxed waters with us everywhere. Plus, take as little as 30 minutes and give it a little love by walking or exercising – it’s small steps. Here are some of my favorite fitness gear to get active during the day. Don’t forget to eat healthy, like this fresh fruit salad. 

Remember that you can also take a look at this post in Spanish here. Plus, it is always fun when you can share content in a variety of languages.

Tell me, where is he in this of his life? Make time to exercise, walk, or do nothing. If you’ve tried fruit-infused waters, what flavor combination is your favorite? My favorites are the citrus and strawberry kiwi combinations.

Wanda Lopez

Hi there! I’m Wanda – the creator and author at My Sweet Zepol a healthy food, travel, and lifestyle blog. Passionate about food photography, food styling, entertaining and advocate about creating memories around the kitchen table. With a mission to create easy-to-make meals for the busy family.