When you’re eating in a restaurant and you ask for water (especially in the south) they usually add a slice of lemon to your glass. Do you leave the lemon in your water or do you take it out? You should drink your water with that lemon slice. Lemons have wonderful health benefits. Also, if you are someone who doesn’t drink enough water due to its bland taste, adding a slice of lemon will enhance the flavor to encourage you to drink more.
Lemons are part of the citrus family of fruits and have a tart, tart flavor that when diluted in a glass of water gives a great taste. Lemons are loaded with nutrients like vitamins C, B, riboflavin, and the minerals calcium, phosphorous, and magnesium. These vitamins and minerals are vital components needed to help the body function on a daily basis. By adding lemon to the water you drink, you can improve your health in a variety of areas. Here are some of the health benefits you can receive from consuming lemon in your water.
Lemons are good for the entire body, including stomach, skin, teeth, throat, lungs, blood, weight loss, etc. Lemons are a detoxifier, purifier, and diuretic. They help relieve digestive problems such as nausea, heartburn, bloating, belching, and constipation. When consumed lemon juice helps in the elimination of waste, in the production of bile in the liver and decreases the amount of phlegm produced by the body.
The natural antiseptic properties of lemons come into play with the skin, teeth, gums, throat, respiratory system, and blood. Consuming lemon water will cleanse your skin from the inside out and restore its natural beauty. Lemons have also been used in numerous anti-aging remedies to rejuvenate the appearance of the skin, reduce wrinkles, and remove blackheads.
The benefits of drinking lemon water are seen a lot on the teeth, gums and throat because that is where the first contact is made before entering the stomach and passing into the bloodstream. And due to its antibacterial properties, it has the ability to flush out toxins that can build up in the mouth and cause infections and sore throats. By drinking lemon water you can reduce toothache, stop bleeding gums or even relieve bad breath. It can also sterilize the throat to reduce throat infections, sore throats, and tonsillitis.
Once in the body, lemon water acts as a purifier to cleanse the blood and the entire body. It helps with respiratory problems such as asthma, controls high blood pressure, reduces dizziness and nausea, and provides mental relaxation. Due to its diuretic properties, lemon water helps eliminate bacteria and toxins that can cause arthritis and rheumatism.
Finally, lemon water can help in one’s effort to lose weight. Lemons stimulate digestion so that the body absorbs nutrients. Additionally, the vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients that are present in lemons, such as calcium and magnesium, are essential to help burn fat instead of storing it.
So next time you ask for water remember to ask for lemon. And don’t forget to add it to your glass when you’re home too!
