Why healthy people kick-start their day with lemon water
We are not quite sure why lemons don't get more airtime given how many health benefits tehy have. Full of flavour and antixoidants, not only will drinking lemon in your water give a get-up-and-go to rival your morning coffee, it's the gift that keep on giving.
Here are 8 reasons to drink it first thing:
Supports the immune system
Rich in vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system and assists the body in fighting colds and flu, lemon water is like taking a daily dose of vitamin C pills only better. If getting your vit C wasn't enought, it is also said that lemon enhances the body’s ability to absorb iron, an important nutrient for a healthy immune system.
Promotes healthy digestion
Lemon water assista in the cleansing of the bowel by flushing out waste more efficiently. It also works by stimulating the release of gastric juices, which aid digestion. The digestive qualities of lemon juice can also help relieve symptoms of indigestion, heartburn and bloating.
Repairs skin
Rich in vitamin C – which help in the production of collagen - as lemons are packed with antioxidants, they should be your best friend when fighting the skin ageing battle.
Curbs hunger
Looking for another way to distract yourself from snacking, lemon water is the perfect solution! Lemons contain pectin, which is a soluble fibre that staves off hunger by making you feel full.
Alkalises the body
Did you know that lemons are one of the most alkalising foods for the body? Too much acidity in the body can have adverse inflammatory effects and lemon water will combat this by promoting a good pH level.
Cleanses the urinary tract
If UTIs are a problem for you, it's just another reason to drink lemon water. As it's lemon a diuretic, toxins are released at a faster rate, helping to purify the system and keep it healthy.
Natural breath freshener
Say goodbye to sugar and chemical laden gum and mints, lemon juice has antiseptic qualities that make it great for killing off bad bacteria in the mouth.
Encourages healing
As we age, our healing abilities can begin to weaken. Use lemon water to promote healing in the body with its high vitamin C levels. As well as helping you to maintain healthy bones, tissue and cartilage, it's also great for calming inflammation in the body.
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