Published: February 29, 2016 | Updated: November 13, 2020
Drinking plenty of water is one of the best things for your child’s urinary and digestive systems. Drinking enough water — about 40 to 60 ounces per day for children ages 4 to 12 — helps flush bacteria from the urinary tract, which prevents infection and helps the digestive tract function regularly.
Sprucing up your child’s water with fruit, cucumber slices or a sprig of fresh mint can help them choose water over other options.
Recipe:
Choose your favorite fruit combination. • 2 cups favorite fruits, sliced • 2-3 sprigs of mint • (Mix together). • Let sit for an hour or more to let the flavors infuse the water. • Pour over ice
Water Recipe Suggestions • Raspberry, Lemon Mint • Pineapple, Mint • Strawberry, Raspberry
This recipe is brought to you buy Norton Children’s Hospital Urology Specialists.