Easy to make healthy drinks for a ‘chilled out’ summer

While water remains one of the best ways to stay hydrated, adding a combination of fruits, vegetables and other healthy ingredients to the liquid sure does a lot more wonders for your body. This summer, don't just stay hydrated; stay healthy!

Apple-Cinnamon Detox Water

Apples are a rich source of iron while cinnamon is known to enhance metabolism and improve the functioning of brain cells.
How To: Add apples and cinnamon sticks to simmering water and heat through for 15 minutes. Refrigerate the mixture overnight, after letting it cool. Enjoy it the next day.
For best results: Drink one glass every morning before meals and keep sipping it at regular intervals throughout the day for about a week.
Best suited for: Loss of appetite, anemia and diabetes.

Detox Green Tea

Green tea is a superfood loaded with antioxidants and minerals. It boosts immunity and promotes weight loss.
How To: Chill some green tea in the refrigerator for 5 minutes. Then, add cucumber, lemon, strawberries and honey to it. And sip away.
For best results: Restrict its consumption to a maximum of 2 glasses per day and drink it for around 4-6 weeks in between meals.
Best suited for: For weight loss, detoxifying and stamina.

Aloe Vera Drink

Aloe vera has laxative properties that improves digestion, reduces inflammation and keeps the heart healthy.
How to make: Slice up a leaf of aloe vera and scoop out the pulp. Mix it with equal amounts of lemon and one cup of water in a blender.
For best results: Drink this early in the morning before eating anything else. Do this regularly, for 2-3 weeks.
Best suited for: Indigestion, skin breakouts and heart problems.

Ginger-Mint Water

Ginger can help in killing, or shrinking, cancer cells. It also helps relieve pain caused by migraine headaches, heartburn, menstrual cramps and joint pains.

How To: Add some water to the crushed ginger, lemon juice and mint combination in a large pitcher. Let it steep for an hour before serving with ice.
For best results: Have a glass every day in the morning.
Best suited for: High blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Watermelon Detox Water

Watermelon contains citrulline, an amino acid that helps improve liver function. Mint leaves help improve digestion and get rid of stomach cramps.

How To: Add chunks of watermelon and a handful of mint leaves to a jar. Muddle them and fill the jar with water. Place it in the fridge and let it stay overnight. Drink it the next morning.
For best results: Consume for 2-3 weeks every day in the morning.
Best suited for: Kidney problem and diabetes.

Cucumber-Mint Detox Water

Cucumber and mint have anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce bloating. The lemon gives you a necessary shot of Vitamin C and soothes you from within.
How To: Add half a cucumber (sliced), two lemons, and approximately 10-12 mint leaves to 3 litres of water.
Store it in the fridge overnight and drink it the next morning.
For best results: Consume every morning for around 3-4 weeks.
Best suited for: Bloating and skin problems.

Kiwi-Cucumber Detox

Kiwi is a superfood rich in vitamins A and E, as well as in antioxidants. It is a good source of fiber and thus helps prevent constipation. Cucumber helps prevent water retention.

How To: Slice up two kiwis and cucumbers and place them in a glass jug. Add the desired amount of water and refrigerate overnight.
For best results: Consume every morning for around 3-4 weeks.Best suited for: Bowel movements.