Lose weight easily: 5 infused waters to promote weight loss this summer

Weight loss with infused water? Here's how

One of the easiest and the best ways to lose weight is by having water! A number of studies from across the world have proven that hydration is the key to weight loss. Infused water is adding fruits, vegetables or spices to water. The best part about infused water is that while it tastes great, it doesn't have calories. This summer, let's look at some infused mixes that can help you get hydrated and keep your weight loss plan intact.

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"Drinking infused water in summer is the best way to lose weight. Keeping yourself hydrated is ideal for weight loss, however, we insist on infusion for full benefits and high satiety quotient," said Ankita Ghag, Clinical nutritionist, Vacchan Aarogya and InBody.

"When you have infused water, it provides antioxidants as well as natural sugars. But the best part of this is that it provides greater satiety that helps in a portion-controlled diet. It is also a great way to detoxify," added Ghag.

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According to Ghag, top five infused mixes are:

1) Lemon and Mint: Add a slice of lemon and mint leaves for a refreshing taste, natural cleansing and natural body cooling. You will also get the benefits of Vitamin C because of lemon. This infusion is a great way to beat the heat too! Not to forget, lemon provides electrolytes.

2) Cucumber, Lemon, Mint and Ginger: This is the most opted infused drink, owing to tons of natural benefits. Pepsin, present in lemon helps in burning fat while mint and gengerol (from ginger) boost digestion and elimination of fat. Cucumber, on the other hand, has weight loss properties.

3) Grapes: "I recommend this for those with a sweet tooth. just cut the grapes and put them in the water. Grapes will lend a sweet taste to the water which will help in satisfying your sweet tooth."

4) Apple and Cinnamon: This is one of the best options for beating the heat too. Both are known for metabolism-boosting properties.

5) Cucumber and Lemon: This is the ultimate detox drink. Apart from great taste and cooling properties, this is best for flushing toxins. Cucumber is known for its weight loss properties, hence the drink is great for those wanting to lose weight.

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