Why Lemon Water?
The benefits are drinking lemon water instead of just water are numerous!
I want to share a few with you today:
*Lemons are packed with nutrients, such as; vitamin C, B- complex, vitamins, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium and fiber
**they contain more potassium than apples or grapes!!
*Dilute lemon with any temperature of water so it lessons the damage done to your enamel on your teeth
*It give your immune system a boost: vitamin C is our immune system's jumper cables, the amount of vitamin C in our system decreases when we are stressed
*Amazing source of potassium: which is good for the heart health, brain and nerve function
*Aids in digestion: lemon juice encourages healthy digestion by loosening toxins in our digestive tract, but it relieves symptoms of indigestion -heart burn, burping and bloating
*Cleanses your system: flushes out the toxins in your body by enhancing enzyme function-stimulating your liver.
*Freshens your breath: relieves toothaches and gingivitis due to the citric acid can erode tooth enamel, you want to either wait awhile to brush your teeth or drink the lemon water after your brush your teeth
*Keep your skin blemish-free: antioxidants in lemon juice help decrease blemishes, and wrinkles!! It can also be applied to scars and aging spots-it detoxifies your blood so it will maintain your skin's radiance!
*Help you lose weight: lemons contain pectin fiber-which aids in fighting hunger cravings
*Reduces inflammation: drink on a regular basis to decrease the acidity in your body, this is where diseases occur, it removes uric acid in your joints (which is a main cause of inflammation
*Gives you an energy boost: provides your body with energy when it enters your digestive tract, reduces anxiety and depression (including the scent of lemons because of the calming effect on your nervous system)
*Helps to cut out caffeine: replacing morning coffee with a cup of hot lemon water can really help you feel refreshed and does not leave you with an afternoon crash
*Helps fight viral infections: warm lemon water is effective at diminishing infections and their sore throats
How Much to Drink!?
If you weigh less than 150 pounds, squeeze half of a lemon into a glass of water
If you weight more than 150 pounds use an entire lemon
Feel free to dilute the lemon juice if you like it less lemony
The benefits are endless for lemon water AND it is one simple, yet substantial change you can make for your health!
*Balances your body's pH: our bodies pH balance becomes acidic from stress in life, from-junk food, pollution, lack of exercise and other toxins. The body should be slightly alkaline to fight off illnesses and chronic diseases (Cancer)
*Kills parasites: intestinal worms, this creates an environment where they can't survive. Parasites LOVE acidic environments, so the best way to kill them is to make your digestive system alkaline.
*Boosts your concentration: lemon balm essential oil, proven to calming effect. Creates alertness
*Exfoliate your skin: vitamin C found in lemons neutralizes free radicals
*Detox your liver: sourness of lemons signal the nerves and hormones of the body to activate the liver and kidneys. Antioxidants in lemons help enhance your kidney and liver function, enabling them to detox your body-mild diuretic which encourages the body to let go of stored water weight. You will feel cleaner, lighter and more energetic
*Treat high blood pressure: pectin in lemons lowers cholesterol which causes high blood pressure. Flavonoids in lemons and vitamin P help strengthen blood vessels. Lemons have loads of potassium which prevents high blood pressure
*Gets rid of Dandruff: combine lemon juice with natural ingredients like coconut oil to make a hair mask and create moisture.
*Makes your feet attractive: lemons contain citric acid and vitamin c which acts as a natural exfoliant to get rid of dead skin cells, enhance skin renewal, and brighten dark areas. Make a lemon foot soak with juice of 2 to 3 lemons with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1/4 cup of milk.
*Cures acne: use a wet cotton ball in lemon juice and apply it to your face once at night on areas with acne, blackheads, and eczema as an alternative to topical acne creams. Wash the solution off with water the following morning and follow your regular skincare routine.
Excellent benefits of lemon water and lemons are delicious!!!
