Strawberry Basil Infused Water

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Discover the flavor and benefits of strawberry basil infused water. This is one of the easiest recipes you’ll ever make. 

The weather is starting to warm up and I want to scream to everyone…hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. Most people are walking around dehydrated and don’t even know it. Did you know that by the time your brain has gets the signal that you’re thirsty, your body is already dehydrated? Thirst is only one sign of dehydration.

The Benefits of Drinking Enough Water 

I’m sure that you’ve heard or read somewhere that the human body is mostly made of water. Drinking enough water allows our bodies to do everything from eliminating waste to catalyzing reactions. 

In my book Be FINE, i talk about the importance of water and exactly how much to drink. 

To learn even more about the importance of hydration, I highly recommend reading two books:
Your Body’s Many Cries for Water and The Water Secret. These books will totally change the way you think about water.

Now that I’ve gotten that out of the way, let me tell you how to make this strawberry basil infused water. It’s the perfect way to hydrate.

About Strawberry Basil Infused Water

Sweet fresh berries are abundant between spring and summer, so it only makes sense to take advantage. You can easily drink a glass of water anytime, but when you mix plain water with fresh fruits and herbs, the magic starts to happen. This strawberry basil water recipe is full of delicious natural ingredients. Here are some of the benefits of what you get in each glass. 

Health Benefits of Strawberries 

And who doesn’t want a dose of antioxidants in their glass? In addition to antioxidants, strawberries are chocked full of vitamin C. Reading the health benefits of this delicious sweet fruit, almost sounds like reading  a bottle of anti-aging serum. As a matter of fact it’s way better. Strawberries are more affordable and easily accessible.

Health Benefits of Basil 

There are many different types of basil, but no matter which one you use, there are a plethora of health benefits. Basil is highly anti-inflammatory, has been shown to prevent cell damage and anticancer benefits. 

If you have a garden, I’m pretty sure that basil is growing in it. Seriously, do I really have to convince you on why you should make a batch of this strawberry basil infused water as soon as possible? The seasonal flavors of this water also pair deliciously with this strawberry salad.

Ingredients 

• 4-6 strawberries 
• small handful fresh basil leaves 
• cold filtered water 

Why You Will Love This Fruit Infused Water

Another reason, that you should make this is that kids love it. If you have a problem with your kids drinking their H20, this strawberry basil water recipe is perfect. When preparing this infused water, opt for using organic strawberries. Strawberries that have one of the highest toxic residues of all the fruits and vegetables.

In addition, this is a delicious way to use up fresh fruit without relying on bottled flavored waters. They are often filled with artificial sweeteners! 

Tips and Tricks 

• Once you get the hang of this easy recipe you can tweak it how you wish. 
• Try adding or substituting fresh herbs or your favorite fruit. Fresh mint is really refreshing! 
• Steep the fruit and herbs in water for minimally 2 hours, but up to 4 hours or even overnight for optimal flavor. 
• Rub basil in between palms to release natural oils before adding to water.

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Here are some posts about strawberries that you may enjoy:

Five Great Strawberry Recipes to Enjoy this Summer

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Original June 20, 2017. Updated June 5, 2022.

Updated for content March 18, 2025