GERD Friendly Vanilla Berry Infused Water
Staying well-hydrated is one of the simplest things you can do to support a sensitive digestive system, and this infused water makes it genuinely enjoyable. Strawberries and blueberries bring a gentle natural sweetness without the acidity of citrus, which can be a common trigger for reflux symptoms. The real star here is the split vanilla bean, which slowly perfumes the water with a warm, fragrant note that feels almost indulgent. Lightly pressing the blueberries before adding them to the pitcher is a small but smart step — it coaxes out their deep color and flavor without any heat or added sugar. After a few hours in the fridge, the water turns a soft blush pink and smells absolutely lovely, making it easy to reach for a glass throughout the day. It's the kind of drink that feels like a treat while quietly doing your body a favor.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold filtered water
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Can be omittedfresh mint
Instructions
- 1
Hull and slice the strawberries into halves or thirds. Lightly press a few of the blueberries with the back of a spoon to break the skin — this helps release their color and flavor into the water.
- 2
Place the split vanilla bean, strawberries, and blueberries into a large pitcher. Pour the cold filtered water over the fruit.
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