If you’ve been following Natural Living Ideas for a while, you probably recognize our top piece of natural health advice: “Drink more water.” Indeed, if there were one substance that could solve a myriad of health issues, water would be it. So, it’s no surprise that water has stepped into the spotlight.

A survey conducted by Rockefeller University involving over 2,800 people from 14 cities revealed that only about 34% of people drink sufficient water daily. This means nearly two out of every three people are constantly dehydrated. Even more concerning is that 10% of survey participants admitted to not drinking any water at all on an average day!

One common excuse for not drinking enough water is simply that “water is boring.” In our mission to improve your health and enrich your life, we’ve compiled the best ways to make drinking water more interesting, tasty, and fun.

1. Add Fresh Fruit: Adding fresh organic fruit like berries, mango, watermelon, pineapple, kiwi, or orange to your water can enhance flavor and color.

2. Use Citrus Peels: For a burst of citrus flavor without the seeds and pulp, use the rind of lemons, oranges, or limes. The oils in the peels add both flavor and aroma.

3. Add Fresh Herbs: Incorporate herbs like basil, lemongrass, lavender, peppermint, or cinnamon to add intriguing flavors to your water.

4. Infuse Overnight: Place fruits and herbs in a pitcher of water and refrigerate it overnight to allow flavors to infuse.

5. Muddle Fruits and Herbs: Crush berries and herbs at the bottom of your glass before adding water to get an immediate flavor boost.

6. Use Cucumber Slices: Just like in spas, cucumber slices can give your water a mild, refreshing taste. You can also add lemon or lime slices for extra flavor.

7. Add a Splash of Juice: Enhance your water with a splash of no-sugar-added juice like lemon, lime, grapefruit, cranberry, or pomegranate.

8. Make “Sassy Water”: Follow a recipe combining ginger, cucumber, lemon, and mint for a flavorful drink that also aids in weight loss, particularly belly fat.

9. Flavor with Japanese Plum Wine: Mix a small amount of umeshu, a Japanese plum wine, with water for a unique taste. Use one part umeshu to ten parts water.

10. Drink Tea: Herbal tea counts toward your daily water intake. Explore various teas like green tea which can also replace caffeinated beverages.

11. Enjoy Low-Sodium Broth: For a warm and flavorful alternative, drink low-sodium broth which hydrates and provides nutrients and proteins, especially helpful when you’re sick.

12. Add Apple Cider Vinegar: Mix about a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in a cup of water for both flavor and health benefits.

13. Use Rose Hips: Add rose hips to your water for a dose of vitamin C. They are one of the richest natural sources.

14. Natural Food Coloring: Add a drop of natural food coloring to your water for a splash of color without changing the taste.

15. Colored Ice Cubes: Freeze water with natural food coloring to create fun, colored ice cubes that add visual appeal to your water.

16. Iced Fruit Cubes: Freeze berries or pieces of fruit in ice cube trays for a visually delightful way to keep your water cool and flavorful.

17. Iced Herbs: Freeze herbs in ice cube trays to add both a fresh kick and colorful appeal to your water.

18. Fun Ice Shapes: Use unconventional ice cube trays to make drinking water fun. Shapes like globes, brain molds, or various animal shapes can be entertaining.

19. Carbonate It: Use a Soda Maker to add bubbles to your water. Carbonated water works well with many of the flavor additions suggested here.

20. Create a Homemade Sports Drink: Add a small pinch of salt and a splash of juice to your water for better absorption and quicker rehydration. Adding salt to carbonated juice water can create an exciting fizzy reaction, which is especially fun for kids.

By trying these methods, you can make drinking water a much more enjoyable and interesting part of your daily routine.