Summer parties are often filled with sweet, alcoholic drinks that can lead to weight gain and unbalance your blood sugar levels. It’s not always easy to know what to drink instead without feeling deprived. Here is one of the many delicious and refreshing alternatives I have for you to try.

Serves 6

• 1.5ltr sparkling water
• half a cucumber, sliced
• 10 mint leaves
• 1 lemon, sliced

Put all the ingredients in a large jug, chill and serve.