When we wake up in the morning, our bodily tissues are dehydrated and are in need of water to push out toxins and rejuvenate our cells. Lemon water in the morning is a great way to eliminate internal toxins and get your kidney and digestive tracts functioning for the day ahead.
The benefits of lemon water are seemingly endless. We all know lemons are a rich source of vitamin C, but aside from flushing out toxins from your body and aiding digestion, lemons can help maintain the pH levels in the body, replenish body salts, gives you an energy boost… the list goes on.
Improves Digestion
Lemon juice helps loosen and flush out toxins from the digestive tract and can help ease indigestion, heartburn, and bloating. It also helps to hydrate your colon and stimulate bile production.
Boost Immune System
Lemon juice is rich in vitamin C, which helps strengthen the immunes system and fights cold and flu. Lemons also improve the ability to absorb more iron from the food you eat which is another nutrient that helps keep your immume system in good working order
Hydrates Your Body
It is important to stay hydrated. Plain water is best, but many people find it difficult to drink just water so they are not staying properly hydrated. A bit of lemon to your water can make it more appealing.
Boost Energy
Lemon water gives you an instant boost of energy and improves your mood to get you going at the start of your day.
Promote Healthy And Rejuvenated Skin
Lemons are a rich sources of antioxidants that prevent free radical damage. Vitamin C helps to maintain your skin’s elasticity to prevent the formation of wrinkles and decrease blemishes.
Reduce Inflammation
Lemons have the ability to remove uric acid from your joints. Uric acid built-ups are one of the major causes of inflammation.
Weight Loss Aid
Lemon water can help you to achieve faster and long term weight loss results. Lemons assist in fighting hunger cravings and boosts your metabolism.
Alkalize Your Body
While lemons do have a sour taste, they are one of the most alkalizing food sources on Earth. Too much acids can cause inflammation, obesity, and major diseases like cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer’s.
Cleansing Properties
Lemons help your body to flush out toxins to prevent built-ups and damage to your cells, tissues, and organs. It stimulates your liver to produce more enzymes and work more efficiently. Lemon juice works as a diuretic to keep your urinary tract toxin-free and can also change the pH levels which discourage bacterial growth. Lemons also help to loosen and flush out waste from your digestive tract and cleanse your colon.
Antibacterial and Antiviral Properties
The antibacterial and antiviral properties of lemons help fight the flu, cold, and soothe a sore throat. In addition, people who drink lemon water every day are less susceptible to colds and flus.
Reduce Mucus And Phlegm
Lemon water helps to reduce mucus and phlegm formation. Starting your day with lemon water can definitely help to lessen mucus if you’re not ready to go dairy-free.
Freshens Breath
Lemons freshen your breath and fight mouth bacteria. Keep in mind that while lemon juice is great for your overall oral health, you should avoid drinking it undiluted as the citric acid can erode tooth enamel.
Boost Brain Power
High levels of potassium and magnesium show beneficial effects on our brain and nerve health. Lemon water can give you the boost you need to fight depression and stress and it helps creates mental clarity and more focus.
Anti-cancer
Lemon’s antioxidants not only protect your skin from ageing, but also reduce the risk of several types of cancer. Cancer loves to grow in an acidic environment and lemons are a great way to neutralize acids. Alkalizing your body may stop cancer cells to grow and may reduce the risk of getting cancer in the first place.
Get Of Caffeine
Many people are able to get off caffeine by replacing their morning coffee by lukewarm lemon water. It gives a similar energy boost to wake your body and boost energy as one cup of coffee would.
Start drinking 8 oz of room temperature or lukewarm water with a half to a whole lemon as part of your morning routine. Hot or cold water takes more energy to process, so your first glass of the day should be lukewarm or at room temperature to slowly wake your body and kick start digestion.
Packed with goodness, make it a point to start adding more lemon in your diet. For additional ways to incorporate lemon into your daily hydration routine, check our lemon beverage recipes
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