5 Benefits of Drinking Lemon Water
Drinking lemon water is one of the simplest, yet healthiest ways to start your day. A glass of warm lemon water on an empty stomach in the morning helps kickstart the digestion process for the day.
The process is super simple; Start with a glass of lukewarm water (boiling water will destroy some of the enzymatic properties of fresh lemon, while icy cold water will hinder its digestive benefits) add the juice of half a lemon (about 2 tablespoons) and enjoy!
There are numerous benefits to drinking lemon water the two biggest being antibacterial, antiviral, and immune-boosting powers and their use as a weight loss aid. I’ve narrowed it down and given you my top 5 reasons why you should incorporate it into your daily routine:
1. Aids Digestion
By flushing out unwanted materials and toxins from the body, lemons juice is believed to help stimulate and purify the liver. Drinking lemon water also helps relieves symptoms of indigestion, such as heartburn, belching and burping.
2. Cleanses Your System
Drinking lemon water regularly will aid the cleansing of your bowels, which
3. Balances PH Levels
Lemons are one of the most alkalizing foods for your body. Most diseases occur when your body PH is too acidic. A high acidic PH is also uric acid from your joints – one of the main causes for pain and inflammation. Drinking lemon water on a regular basis can help to balance and/or remove excess acidity from your body.
4. Boosts Your Immune System
Lemons are high in Vitamin C which is a key component for fighting colds. The antibacterial properties can help cure/eliminate throat infections. Lemons also have antimicrobial properties which may help keep colds and flu’s away.
5. Improves Your Skin
Lemons are high in vitamin C and can help combat skin damage caused by environmental toxins. The Vitamin C rejuvenates your skin from within your body by purging toxins from the blood, which help decrease wrinkles, blemishes and other signs of aging. Lemon juice is a natural antiseptic and can be applied directly to scars or age spots to help reduce their appearance.
Is lemon water part of your morning routine? What are your favorite benefits? Share below.
Wishing you… Health.Wealth & Success
