If you want to enjoy a refreshing drink, especially during the hot and humid summers, why not make the most of the cooling sensation that mint has to offer? Mint leaves have health and beauty benefits to offer. So when you choose to have mint water, you not only steer clear from sugary drinks but you also opt for a beverage with significant health benefits. No soda, no artificial flavour, no caffeine, no syrup and only a few calories- that’s what mint water is all about! Check out a simple recipe for homemade mint water and the benefits it has to offer:
MINT WATER BENEFITS
Nutritious: Mint water is an excellent source of iron, antioxidants, folate and manganese. It contains Vitamin A and regular consumption of mint water can keep measles, breast cancer and cataracts at bay.
Promotes Better Digestion: Mint is effective in soothing the digestive tract and helps alleviate indigestion. Menthol contained in mint water helps manage IBS or Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Periods cramps – Add ginger slices to mind water and have it during your periods to ease nausea and cramps.
Fights Fatigue: Mint has a fresh aroma that helps fight fatigue, perk up your mood and avoid sluggishness.
Clears Blocked Nasal Passage: Menthol contained in mint water helps soothe common cold symptoms and clears blocked nasal passages.
Keeps Summer Headache At Bay: Summer headaches happen due to hot weather conditions and dehydration. Sipping mint water is a perfect way to keep summer headache away.
Skincare:
Mint water can be consumed as well as applied topically on skin for keeping skin healthy and blemish-free. Pour some mint water in a spray bottle and use it as a facial toner or face mist. Its anti-inflammatory properties keep skin fresh and free from blemishes. Mint has anti-bacterial properties and is effective in treating pimples. Its antioxidants keep skin looking youthful.
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HOMEMADE MINT WATER RECIPE:
List Of Ingredients:
- Mint leaves
- Water
Procedure:
Put 1/4 cup of mint leaves in 1 cup of boiling water. Let it seep for around 15 minutes. Now transfer this concentrated minty-flavoured solution into a pitcher or jug. Add around 6 to 7 cups of water and stir well. Put it in the refrigerator and wait for at least one hour. Strain the leaves and serve it cold in glasses with some fresh mint leaves garnished on top.
If you are making this minty drink for the entire family or for friends coming over, a pitcher would be great! But, if you are making it only for yourself, make a smaller batch. It’s better to drink it on the same day on which you make this mint water.
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CAUTION In case you have gastroesophageal reflux disease, ask your doctor before consuming mint water as mint might aggravate the symptoms.
