Ready for an infused water recipe like no other? This radiance-boosting berry elixir requires a secret ingredient…lingonberries! Don’t know what a lingonberry is? Well, don’t feel bad because up until about 2 weeks ago I didn’t even know this berry existed. I learned about this superfood berry from my mom who has recently been creating unique artisanal jam recipes. She was telling me all about this new jam she made and all the special antioxidant-rich and nutritional properties. I got to thinking about my blog post where I talked about 6 different superfoods and elixirs that help boost skin health and thought okay these berries should have definitely been on that list. So while it may seem like a small inconvenience to go online or go to your local health food store to buy yourself these particular berries, trust me they are SO worth it.

scrub me secret: lingonberries look and taste similar to cranberries except for they are a bit less tart than a cranberry.

Why lingonberries are great for our skin:

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• They are very high in powerful antioxidants called polyphenols. These reduce UV damage to tissues.

• Lingonberries reduce inflammation in the body that causes redness or puffiness

• They are high in vitamins C and E that both help protect skin and even complexion.

• Lingonberries may also help reduce high blood pressure which in turn can give your skin a healthier tone.

Lingonberry infused water recipe:

What you’ll need-

1. a water pitcher

2. 32 ounces or more of distilled or spring water. Your infused water will last you up to 4 days so you can make however much you like.

3. Frozen lingonberries. 1 cup or 8oz. When you purchase your frozen berries you will most likely get them in a quantity of 1-3lbs so you’re going to have extra. This is great because you can store them in your freezer to make more infused water when you’re finished drinking the first batch. You’ll be able to have this antioxidant elixir daily!

scrub me secret: frozen berries are great because when they are flash-frozen all the powerful antioxidants and nutrients are locked into them. Unlike fresh berries, you can store them for up to a year without them going bad.

Directions:

1. Fill your pitcher with 32 or more ounces of water.

2. Add your 8oz of frozen lingonberries.

3. Add any extra ingredients you want to infuse. (see notes below)

4. Add ice (optional)

5. Let ingredients sit in your water for at least 20 minutes.

6. Pour yourself a glass! Cover your pitcher with cling wrap or beeswax wrap and place the leftovers in the refrigerator. Drink within 4 days.

Other water infusion options:

Add any or all of these fruits and berries to your water for extra benefits and flavor!

• Lemon - high in antiaging and toxin fighting vitamin C.

• Honeyberries - a great source of vitamin A, C, and calcium. All of which contribute to skin health.

• Strawberries - antioxidant-rich and adds some natural sweetness to your water.

• Frozen black currant - high in nutrients and anthocyanins that fight sun damage.

• Orange peel - packed with polyphenols that have digestive health benefits. this overall will help with skin clarity.