Simple tips for livening up your drinking water.-Not every body has a taste for water, but we all need it to ensure that our bodies continue functioning properly. If you want to drink more water, but aren't crazy about the taste (or lack thereof), here are some tips that can make it more enjoyable:

1. Add fresh fruit. Citrus fruits, such lemons, limes, and oranges, are classic water enhancers, but other fruit flavors might also tempt your body buds. Try crushing fresh raspberries or watermelon into your water, or adding strawberry slices. Cucumber and fresh mint are refreshing flavors as well - especially in summer.

2. Use Juice. Any fruit juice can be a good base flavor for water, but tart juices, like cranberry, pomegranate, grape and apple, are especially delicious. go for juices that are all natural, with no added sugars. And remember: Fruits and their juices don't just taste good - they contain vitamins and antioxidants that can benefit your health too.

3. Make it bubbly. Many people prefer sparkling to still water. if plain old water isn't inspiring to you, try a naturally effervescent mineral water. you can add fresh fruit or natural juice flavors to your seltzer, as suggested above, or look for naturally flavored seltzer maker for your home.

4. Get Creative with ICE. Some say that ice water tastes better than water served at room temperature. if that so, flavored ice cubes may make an even better drink. Use some of the flavoring suggestions above and start experimenting with fresh fruit, mint, or cucumber ice water, then freeze. You may also consider juice, tea, or coffee cubes. If you want to be more creative, use ice cube trays that come in fun shapes, like stars, circles, or even fish.

5. Drink Tea. Herbal, fruit, green and red teas are generally considered to be better for you than black teas (or coffee, for that matter) because they contain little to no caffeine. And there countless flavors of these teas to choose from. Start with the selection at your local market or health food store. If you're interested in pursuing more exotic flavors and sophisticated teas, start researching the vast array of specialty teas that come from all parts of the globe.

6. Try bouillons, broths, and consommes. If your palate leans toward the savory, you may pass on tea and start sipping one of these hot and savory liquids instead. Choose low-fat and low-sodium versions for maximum health benefits. because soup is water based, a cup of hot soup will count toward your daily fluid consumption.

7. Add fast flavors. If you're looking  for a quick-and-easy flavor booster, you might also consider sugar-free drink mixes, and flavors cartridges that can be used with your faucet filter system.