As much as I love summer and the long, hot days, it’s time to buckle down a bit. Too much sun, sand and chlorine and too little sleep takes a toll. My daily ice cream habit (among other treats) adds up too. I’d like to head into fall energized and refreshed, so I’m partnering with Gerolsteiner Sparkling Mineral Water and taking part in their #SparklingDetox and you’re invited to join me.
What’s Mineral Water?
I’d certainly heard of mineral water before but didn’t really know how it was different from spring water or the advantages of drinking it. Natural mineral water comes from an underground spring and is bottled in its pure form right at the source. Unlike conventional water, it has at least 250 mg of mineral content per liter. These minerals include calcium and magnesium among many others, which the body cannot make on its own. Magnesium supports the body’s energy metabolism and helps enhance the function of the muscles and nervous system. Calcium is important for healthy bones, muscles and teeth. Calcium is also important for metabolic function and works in tandem with magnesium. In fact, the ratio of these minerals needed for absorption by our bodies is identical to the ratio found in Gerolsteiner.
Gerolsteiner Sparkling Mineral Water originates in the Volcanic Eifel of Germany and has been bottled there for hundreds of years. It contains a perfect balance of calcium, magnesium and bicarbonate. The mineral content is high, yet the taste is refreshing and natural.
What’s the #SparklingDetox about?
The #SparklingDetox will take place September 12 – 16. During that time I’m ditching all my usual beverages and committing to drinking ONLY Gerolsteiner Mineral Water: 2.4 liters per day. No need to change what I eat or alter my workouts. The detox is suitable for everyone, regardless of fitness level. The #SparklingDetox will be guided by fitness trainer and nutritionist, Ariane Hundt, who will inspire us with daily tips via a group Facebook page. You’ll also find delicious meal and snack ideas as well as exercise recommendations to help make the most of the week.
Win a #SparklingDetox Mineral Water Supply!
From August 15 through September 5, enter to win a free supply of Gerolsteiner Sparkling Mineral Water! 300 winners will be selected at random on September 5 and I hope one of them is YOU! Details about the sweepstakes are here. Click here to enter.
Will you join me in the #SparklingDetox? Did you know the benefits of sparkling mineral water?
Special thanks to Gerolsteiner Sparkling Mineral Water and Fit Approach for sponsoring this discussion.
I love sparkling water–I drink LaCroix almost every day!
I’m a big fan of sparkling water/seltzer water. I was never a huge soda drinker, but I love the different subtle flavors and ‘fizz’ of sparkling/seltzer water!
I am really looking forward to this. I’m a little concerned about giving up my coffee for a week, but also excited, if you can understand that. So ready for a detox!
Nope I had no idea the difference in mineral water and sparkling water! I’m curious how this detox goes.
Now this is a detox I can get behind.
I use my SodaStream to make sparkling water everyday, I find it more refreshing than plain water.
Ange I agree with you, so refreshing. The key here is the minerals. I can’t wait to see what drinking only mineral water does for my body.
I really never thought about the difference in these waters. Thanks for the education!
I have seen this challenge on other bloggers’ sites. It looks interesting,but just don’t know if I could give up my daily chai (or two)…it’s one of those little indulgences that I look forward to….
Thanks for the schooling 😉 I had no idea what the differences were really 🙂 The Detox sounds fun! It sure can’t hurt me to join in for sure, but I do wonder how bad my headache will be!?
Karen I’ll be right there with you kicking and screaming when I let go of my morning coffee aka my beloved! ; )
I am curious about how this works for you. I would not give up coffee–you are stronger than me!
Such an interesting idea for a detox! Do they make a non-sparkling version?
This is absolutely an interesting idea for a detox. I never see anyone drinking mineral water, so had no idea that there were any benefits.
interesting. do they have non-sparkling water? i gave up soda years ago but am not big on fizz. Sounds like a good way to get some minerals in!
Mar and Nicole Gerolsteiner is only sparkling. There are some still mineral waters out there though.
I love mineral water and sparkling water! I entered and shared on the giveaway round up 🙂
Thank you Erica!
I love sparkling water so I def think I could do this!! I will definitely be entering!
Sounds like a good way to ditch sugary drinks! I’m not sure I could drink just sparkling all day though. I’d be burping non stop lol!
Mineral water is my favourite drink after training. What a pity! I’m only three days late for the giveaway. Wait for the next time!