Healthy hydration
Stay healthy and hydrated this summer!
The challenge
Swap out higher-sugar choices like pop or barista-style drinks with plain or infused water, plain lower fat milk, unsweetened fortified plant-based beverages like soy or almond beverages.
Tips
Carry a reusable water bottle when you are out and refill at Blue W locations.
Drink water with meals and keep a pitcher of water in the fridge or on the table for easy access.
Drink water during and after physical activity or playing sports.
Ask for water when eating out.
Try infusing your water with fruit, herbs, and vegetables to add flavour
- Wash and prepare ingredients.
- Place ingredients in a 2L pitcher and fill with water.
- Refrigerate for three hours and serve with ice.
Strawberry cucumber infused water
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup cucumber slices
- Ice
Blueberry rosemary
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- Four inch long sprigs of rosemary
- Ice
Local events and resources
- BlueW: Fill your water bottle for free at participating BlueW locations! Look for the BlueW decal or visit www.bluew.org for a map of all locations.
- Utilities Kingston water buggy: Be sure to pack a reusable water bottle when enjoying local outdoor events this summer! The Utilities Kingston water buggy provides safe, reliable drinking water at select events throughout the city and allows you to refill for free.
Participant survey
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