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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.