You're told to drink about 1.5 liters of water a day to stay properly hydrated, but you're a little put off by the fact that plain water isn't really your preference? Indeed, for some people, it is difficult to follow this advice and simply drink water. Too flat, too bland, tasteless, water is not appealing... No judgment here, only solutions ! Santi-shop has something to brighten up your water bottles and make your water consumption much more fun

Pourquoi faut-il boire 1,5 l d'eau par jour ?

Your doctor or naturopath recommends that you drink 1.5 liters of water per day. Yes, but why? Like the planet, your body is composed of 75% water. All this water constitutes your organs and participates in their proper functioning. Lack of water is fatal. The human being cannot survive more than 3 days without water intake.

Water allows : 

• Maintain the volume of blood in the body.
• Regulate body temperature.
• Evacuate waste through urine.
• Taking care of the skin.
• Maintain saliva volume.
  
  
  

Hot infusions 

The first alternative to plain water is herbal infusions. Much more than a pleasure drink, it is a health drink. Consumed cold or hot, they have the virtues of the plants that compose it. Thus, you can combine flavors while taking care of yourself and your health naturally!
Digestive plants: rosemary, mint, lemon balm, ginger, lemon,
dandelionTonic plants: ginger, lemon,
nettleLung plants: thyme, eucalyptus, young shoots of bramble,
plantainDiuretic plants: Cherry tail, dandelion, lime
sapwoodFeminine plants: raspberry leaf, alchemilla, red cloverHow to

proceed: Boil water in a saucepan and then let the selected plant(s) infuse for 3 to 10 minutes.


The roots (ginger, turmeric(e.g., licorice, dandelion) and bark will be boiled for about ten minutes. Filter and drink hot or cold;

Cold brew to flavor your water

Cold-brewed drinks are the allies of summer. Simply put fresh plant leaves in a pitcher or glass bottle and let them macerate overnight. You can prepare a mixture with a freshly cut stem of rosemary, verbena, mint or lemon slices, strawberries, cherries etc... The possibilities are endless!

In order for the aromatic and medicinal molecules to properly permeate the liquid, it is important to use fresh, organic plants or fruits and to let them macerate for at least 12 hours.

Kombucha and fruit kefir, health drinks that are more fun than plain water

To vary the pleasures and hydrate yourself while avoiding drinking water, you can prepare fruit kefir from seeds to put in a glass bottle filled with mineral water, a dried plug and cane sugar. The fermentation process will take place over several days. You will know when it is ready by tasting your preparation!

Kombucha is also a fermented drink made from black tea that can be found ready-to-use in organic stores.

The advantage of these fermented beverages is that they are rich in "good" bacteria that reinforce the presence of a healthy microbiota in your digestive system. So, in addition to quenching your thirst and hydrating you, you take care of your health!

Sparkling water and sparkling water to put bubbles in your life

There is a notable difference between sparkling water and sparkling water, here it is:

• Natural sparkling water: comes from a water source that contains carbon dioxide in its natural state. The water and gas are found in the same groundwater. However, in order to maintain the "bubble" content, manufacturers sometimes add gas artificially at the time of bottling.
• Carbonated mineral water is still mineral water to which carbon dioxide has been added at the time of bottling. 

Sparkling water is rich in bicarbonate. It relieves digestive discomforts and facilitates digestion. On the other hand, its salt concentration means that it should be consumed in moderation by some people. Sparkling water increases satiety and relieves constipation.

To conclude

Water remains and will remain the best source of rehydration. However, for those who have difficulty drinking it or who simply want to vary the pleasures without rushing to fruit juices or sodas that are too sweet, there are natural alternatives with undeniable health and well-being properties!