We drink it everyday, so why not infuse the life sustaining liquid better known as water with other healthful properties? For Pacific Northwesterners thirsty for more than just water in their cup, there are several souped-up H2Os that will aid in body hydration, detoxification and more.
Based out of Vancouver, Aron Tegenfeldt and Tiffin Clark found themselves adventuring through the tropics and enjoying the water found in the ever-so-popular and readily available coconut. After learning the health benefits of this naturally sourced refreshment, Tegenfeldt and Clark wanted to share their discovery with others, and launched CoCos Pure. Using only 100 percent pure coconut water, CoCos Pure is an excellent way to hydrate the body. Naturally infused with nutrients found straight from the coconuts in which it came, CoCos Pure is full of electrolytes, amino acids, B vitamins and other nutrients that encourage a healthy body. You can find CoCos Pure online and at a variety of retail locations.
It has been known for many years that honey contains many healthful benefits, but when you add this naturopathic sweetener to water and combine it with other all-natural ingredients, the result is a hydrating and delicious refreshment that also doubles as a detox. Washington’s Hunniwater comes in a variety of flavors and is a great way to enjoy hydrating yourself while giving your body a little bit extra. Try Hunniwater’s ginger-cayenne detox and improve digestion, immunity and joint health; their matcha will give you a surge of energy, a boost in metabolism and a dose of antioxidants; and the cinnamon detox is a great way to improve heart health, boost the brain and help control your appetite. You can also try a Hunniwater mini cleanse, which includes six detoxifying bottles designed to reboot your body anytime ($24). Based out of Mill Creek, Wash., Hunniwater can be found online and at a variety of locations including PCC Natural Markets, West Seattle Produce Co., Thriftway and more.
If you feel like your gut is in need of a break, Portland-based Salt, Fire & Time is here to help. Offering a coconut water kefir ($11) that is effervescent and refreshing, this quencher also contains a bounty of live, active cultures that work to restore your gut health. Add some additional trace minerals to this raw and organically sourced elixir and you have the makings necessary to boost and improve the health of your gut. You can order this kefir and have it delivered to your home, or reserve a bottle for pick-up at Salt, Fire & Time’s 3rd Ave. location.
These waters are all designed to hydrate your body while providing detoxifying properties that will make you feel revitalized from the inside out.
