🍋The Benefits of Lemon Water💦
🍋Not lemonade! Lemon water is freshly squeezed lemon juice in warm water. This combo has a load of benefits that are great for your body in several ways.
Here is a list of a few of the benefits that lemon water has on the body:
🍋 Improves digestion
🍋 Keeps your immune system up
🍋 Promotes healthy skin
🍋 Improves energy and mood
Lemon water is a rich source of vitamin C which is important for maintaining good health and is what keeps your immune system up and going! It aids in digestion, as the acidity of the lemon helps stimulate your hydrochloric acid (stomach acid) and will help your body absorb nutrients better. For this reason, it would be best to take at least 1/3 of a cup of warm to hot water with half a lemon squeezed into it, right before each meal. It is also an excellent choice for people trying to lose weight, as it helps to reduce hunger cravings and increases the metabolism.
Lemon water is also full of antioxidants, which are not only great to fight off free-radicals in the body, but also promotes healthier, glowing skin! It can improve your energy and mood, as lemons alone have been found to reduce stress and anxiety, as well as lowers your blood pressure. Even just the smell of lemons can improve your alertness and energy! It should be consumed in moderation as excessive consumption can cause harm to the tooth enamel. Drinking lemon water regularly is a great way to stay hydrated and improve overall health.
🍋Enjoy!
- Victoria F.
6/2/2023