Benefits Of Drinking Warm Lemon Water AND 10 Benefits of Juicing Lemons
Drinking Lemon water in the morning time have lot of benefits. Generally we had a cup of coffee or tea in the mornings, So why can't we replace it with warm lemon water. Below are the benefits of drinking warm lemon water in the morning.
-1 It boosts the immune system because lemons are rich in vitamin C which fights against cold. They stimulates the brain function and stabilize the blood pressure as lemons are rich in potassium.
-2 Drinking lemon water daily reduces the body's overall acidity
It helps to lose weight faster
-3 Lemons increase the rate of urination in the body
-4 Lemon water purges toxins from the blood which helps keep skin clear as well.
-5 Helps to relieve tooth pain and gingivitis
-6 Warm lemon water helps get rid of chest infections and halt those pesky coughs
-7 lemons are chock full of vitamin C, it helps when you subject your mind and body to stress.
Helps kick the coffee habit
The recipe is really simple - a cup of warm water (not hot) and the juice from half of a lemon.
1o BENEFITS JUICING LEMONS
Lemons are the topic of the day. I always loved the taste of lemons, especially in my green juices.
1. Antibacterial
When you ingest lemon juice the acid from the lemon juice acts as a antibacterial force inside your stomach.
You can also use lemons to clean your cutting boards and counters.
2. Vitamin C
Besides boosting your immune system, vitamin C helps destroy H. pylori, which is a type of bacteria in your stomach. H. pylori is being research for it's ability to cause stomach ulcers.
Here is a great stomach and gut tonic. This will help you go to the restroom and it will help your stomach fight off any unwanted bacteria like H. pylori. The tonic includes: 1 cup of warm water, 1/2 lemon (juiced), 1 teaspoon of ground flaxseed.
3. Alkalise the Body
Believe it or not but lemon are alkalising for the body. Many people think since lemons are sour they are actually acidic inside your body. Inside your body lemons don't act acidic, instead they have alkalising properties that keep your pH balance.
It's best to start your day with warm water and lemon juice.
4. Liver Cleanser
Lemons help stimulate your liver and helps flush out toxins like uric acid and also liquefies the bile. This is part of the reason why lemons are used as a great cleanser.
5. Vitamin P
Vitamin P is a flavonoids. Flavonoids are powerful antioxidants that help neutralize free radials associated with cellular damage and ageing. Flavonoids also help reduce inflammation.
6. Anti-cancer Properties
Lemons contain 22 anti-cancer properties like limo nine which slows the growth of tumours. (1)
7. Protection Against Rheumatoid Arthritis
Osteoarthritis is a type of degenerative disease that occurs with ageing. Foods rich in vitamin C helps protect against inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.
8. Cleans You Out and Aids in Digestion
Lemon juice like most fresh vegetable juices contain pectin fibre. Pectin fibre is a type of water soluble fibre that helps reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. Another great thing about pectin is that it keeps you feeling full and reduces cravings.
9. Natural Diuretic
Lemon juice and warm water also help increase the rate of urination. This is great because toxins and other harmful substances are pushed out of your body, leaving your body in a alkaline state.
10. Hydration of Lymph System
Warm water and lemon juice supports the immune system by hydrating and replacing fluids lost by your body. When your body is deprived of water, you can definitely feel the side effects, which include: feeling tired, sluggish, decreased immune function, constipation, lack of energy, low/high blood pressure, lack of sleep, lack of mental clarity and feeling stressed just to name a few.
When you have these symptoms it might mean that your adrenals are “fatigued.” Your adrenals function in secreting necessary hormones, regulating stress response, regulating blood pressure and much more. So keep your adrenals happy by staying hydrated.
***Remember lemons and lemon juice can strip off the enamel from your teeth.