Are you looking for an easy way to improve your overall health? Then you
should look no further because drinking lemon water every morning is a simple
routine to get into and will have tremendous effects on your health.
There are so many health benefits of lemons that have been known for years.
Lemon’s most important benefits are their strong antibacterial, antiviral,
immune-boosting powers and their use as a weight loss aid. Lemons are also
packed with vitamin C, B, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, enzymes,
antioxidants, and fibers. So wait no more and jump start your day with this incredibly simple morning
routine.
Just squeeze 1/2 fresh lemon (organic if possible but not bottled lemon) with each glass of lukewarm water and then drink it first thing in the morning before you eat or workout.
Benefits to Drinking Warm Lemon Water Every Morning:
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Boosts Your Immune System
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A great source of vitamin C that
helps in fighting common colds because it increases immune system resistance to
diseases. It’s also high in potassium that helps in controlling blood pressure.
Due to its high vitamin C or ascorbic acid content, it has an anti-inflammation
effect that lessen asthma attacks and also helps in the treatment of other
respiratory symptoms. It also helps in iron absorption thus making us immune to
various diseases.
- Additionally, lemons contain the
phytochemical Saponin which is an anti-microbial agent that helps in keeping
cold and flu at bay.
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Anti-cancer
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Lemons have high antioxidant
content which delays the process of aging reducing the risk of cancer cells. A
good neutralizer acid that prevents an acidic environment in which cancer cells
grow.
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Clears Skin.
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Studies showed that lemon have
antioxidants that help in replenishing dead skin cells. It helps in healing
blemishes and fights any free radical damages from harming the skin. It also
helps in fighting bacteria that causes acne, delays the process of aging and
revitalize the damage skin thus resulting to young and glowing skin.
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Promotes Better Digestion.
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Lemon juice produce citric acids
which is good for our digestive system, it also helps in stomach pain and
cramps. Studies showed that drinking lemon water helps improve the absorption
of aluminum hydroxide (antacids active ingredient) which then helps in
controlling the acid level in our stomach. It also cleanse the liver daily
which encourages more bile production, an acid that is needed for good
digestion.
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As lemon juice is like antiseptic
acid, it helps cleanse and flush out toxins in the digestive tract. Added to
that it relieves indigestion symptoms like heartburn, bloating and belching.
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Aids in Weight Loss
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A great help for dieting, since
lemon contains pectin, a complex set of polysaccharides that has
gel-properties, a fiber that helps fight craving for foods. Research also
showed that people who maintain an alkaline diet lose weight faster.
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Balances pH Levels
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Lemons also balance the acidity in
our body, since it contains both citric and ascorbic acid that helps to
alkalize the blood.
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As studies have shown, when the
body’s pH is acidic that’s the time disease occurs, so with the help of lemon
water, the acidity of the body is regulated thus preventing diseases like uric
acid.
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Energizes and Enhances Your Mood.
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Vitamin C as a mood enhancer.
Since lemon has a high content of vitamin C that contain micro-nutrients that
helps our mood to be more positive and lessen depression, stress, anxiety, and
fatigue.
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Promotes Healing
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Just like what it does for the
skin to be blemish-free and scar-free. It also helps in healing and maintaining
healthy bones, tissues and cartilages. Because of its anti-inflammatory
properties, if combined with other vitamin and minerals, helps to maintain good
health and fast recovery from stress and injuries.
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Freshens Breath
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The scent of lemon is so
refreshing and gives a citrus and freshly scent. It also helps in relieving
toothaches as well and gingivitis. Another note is to rinse the mouth with
purified water after drinking lemon water.
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Boost Brain Power.
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Due to lemon’s high source of
potassium and magnesium, it helps your brain and nervous system. It can enhance
your mood and boost energy level thus fighting depression and stress. It lets
you be more focus, which is why this lemon water is advisable for students and
people with busy and stressful work.
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Hydrates Your Lymph System
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Our lymph system has a bigger
function in our body’s immune system. When drinking lemon water it replenishes,
hydrates and replace lost fluids in our body. If the body is dehydrated, you
will feel the symptoms of tiredness, sluggishness and a drop in your immune
system which can cause diseases, constipation, low energy level, low or high
blood pressure, few sleep, un-focus mind and stress.
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Cleanses Your System and is a
Diuretic.
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As stated above, lemon juice is
like an antiseptic acid which cleanses your body system, flushing out all
unwanted toxins. It increases urination to flush all toxins and helps in normal
bowel movement. Lemon water also helps in maximizing the production of enzymes
that stimulate liver detoxification function.
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Drink lemon water for a brighter
day and a healthier you
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