SunshineWater

I made SunshineWater when my little girl came down with a bad case of the flu.  She had a high fever and was not able to eat or drink much.  She did not like sports drinks, so I made this and she loved it.  I believe the natural electrolytes, vitamins and minerals that I infused into the water, helped her heal.

For a healthy and refreshing beverage, pick some fresh herbs and citrus from your garden or local farmers market and make your own SunshineWater.  

• One Cara Cara Orange, cut in wedges and slices and squeezed (toss in slices without squeezing!)
• Two Lemons, cut in wedges and slices and squeezed (toss in the pretty slices without squeezing!)
• Handful of fresh Basil or fresh Peppermint, chopped-depends on your preference
• One Cucumber, peeled and sliced

Squeeze lemons and oranges into your pitcher/jar.  Place all ingredients into a large size jar or pitcher. Pour filtered water over the top and refrigerate overnight.  Pour over ice into glasses. Garnish with a slice of lemon or cucumber. Sip wildly and freely! Smile.

Rays of  Healing

 Cara Cara Oranges are called the “Power Orange”,  because they are full of disease fighting anti-oxidants, folate, potassium, vitamin c and fiber.

Lemons are full of citric acid, magnesium, vitamin c, bioflavonoids, and limonene which promotes immunity and fights off infection.  Lemons are a natural source of anti-bacterial, anti-viral and full of immune boosting goodness.

Basil contains powerful anti-inflammatory qualities from eugenol, a volatile oil that blocks enzymes that cause swelling.  Great for soothing arthritis.

Peppermint aids in digestions, and soothes the stomach.  My grandmother used to pick fresh peppermint and infuse it in boiling water and served it to me as a tea, when my stomach hurt!  It is also calming and can help break up phlegm from a cough. It also contains cancer fighting qualities.

Cucumbers contain lots of vitamin c, manganese, beta carotene and lignans that have anti-cancer antioxidants.

Serve SunshineWater any day, but especially when your immune system needs an extra kick!