Eosinophilic Esophagitis Friendly Lemon-Basil Cucumber Water
Staying hydrated gets a serious upgrade with this bright, refreshing infused water that feels like something you'd find at a spa. Fresh lemon, cool cucumber, and torn basil leaves steep together in cold filtered water, creating a drink that's subtly fragrant and genuinely satisfying to sip. For anyone managing eosinophilic esophagitis, finding flavorful drinks that don't rely on common trigger foods or artificial additives can be a real challenge — and this one keeps things beautifully clean and simple. Every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, so there's no guesswork about hidden additives or preservatives sneaking in. The longer you let it steep in the fridge, the more the flavors bloom, so it rewards a little patience. It's easy to keep a pitcher going all week, making it a low-effort way to actually look forward to drinking more water throughout the day.
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4 servings
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- ½ medium english cucumber, thinly sliced into rounds
- 10 fresh basil leaves, lightly torn
- 8 cups cold filtered water
- 1 cup ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the lemon slices, cucumber slices, and torn basil leaves to a large pitcher.
- 2
Pour the cold water over the fruit and herbs, pressing the ingredients down gently so they are submerged.
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