Our bodies need water. Staying adequately hydrated is necessary in order for our bodies to function properly. When cleansing your body or following a strict diet like the HCG Diet Plan, it is vital that you increase your water intake.

A hydrated body is able to move toxins out easier and handles the first few days of any detoxification plan better. It’s also easier for cells to receive nutrients when they are sufficiently hydrated, with the bonus of allowing more oxygen in your cells to improve energy and overall function.

Following the HCG Buy Direct protocol will allow for some great weight loss results of up to 2 pounds a week. Drinking at least 4 liters of water a day will help you reach this goal so much easier. Many of us confuse the signal our body sends to our brains when we need water for hunger signals. It’s best to drink a 16 oz glass of water and then assess your hunger level in about 5 minutes.

Cool way to make water tasty

With all the known benefits of drinking water throughout the day, why is it so hard for many to meet this need? Those who don’t naturally drink plenty of water just think that water is really boring.

To perk up that boring glass of water, with something other than lemon wedges, grab a cucumber. Cucumber slices aren’t just for your DIY face mask anymore, it has become the go-to in creating a healthy refreshing spa-inspired beverage.

Cucumbers are more than just a cool fruit (yes…fruit), they deliver some great extras while being 95% water themselves! Knocking back some delightful cucumber water will deliver beneficial antioxidants to your body, provide electrolytes without ruining your diet, and make your skin glow with the complexion saver vitamin B5.

To make this miracle beverage you’ll need:

• ½ cucumber
• 4-6 leaves of fresh mint
• 2 quarts filtered water
• 2 cups ice

Follow these directions:

1. Carefully cut the cucumber into thin slices
2. Pour half of the water into a pitcher
3. Add cucumber slices
4. Muddle the mint or hand-crush between palms and add to pitcher
5. Stir the mixture gently
6. Add ice, then the rest of the water
7. Chill in fridge for 1 hour then enjoy

Cucumber water lasts for up to 2 days in the fridge. You can continue to add water to the pitcher as your drink, the botanicals will continue to infuse it the whole time. Having this ready to drink will easily allow you to keep yourself hydrated with something enjoyable to quench your thirst with.

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