Friday, July 19, 2013

Water for a Bella Belly! -7 quick, healthy, infused-water tips your belly (and kids) will love!

By Bella Bellies Owner Anne Martens

Dehydration causes a variety of unpleasant symptoms. One possible symptom of dehydration is swelling and distension of the belly. Remedy? Drink more water.

Mix-it-up and add some variety to your hydration routine by making your water yummy!

Also, my children (ages 7 and 2) love these drinks. The below mixes are a superior option to the typical fruit drink, soda drink, etc. which is concentrated sugar.


  • Lemon (1 slice per 8 ounces), ground up ginger (to your taste), a dash / sprinkle of cayenne, 1 tablespoon of honey -this will help reduce nausea (for those of you possibly experiencing nausea during your pregnancy), reduce inflammation and increase circulation

  • Fresh / frozen strawberries and basil will help detox your body to make your fabulously refreshed

  • Citrus slices, it only takes 1-2 slices of lime, lemon or oranges per 8 ounces of water to sweeten your pallet  

  • Mint and cucumber, really -it is good!

  • Fresh / frozen raspberries, and if you are a fan of mint they tend to compliment each other and are a great source of antioxidants

  • Don't forget -Ice Chips Go a Long Way! They give our water some much needed bite from time-to-time

  • Avoid seltzer water as it is limited hydration and the phosphorus is not healthy for our bones



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