I was first introduced to lemon water in my early 20’s – a hot water beverage with the juice of half a lemon. I don’t even remember why I stopped consuming my daily dose of lemon water but since returning lemon water to my morning routine, I am feeling the benefits.
The internet is full of articles on the benefits – and myths – on drinking a cup of lemon water first thing in the morning. Lemons are pack with nutrients including vitamin C, B-complex vitamins, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium and fibre.
The benefits of Lemon Water:
- Gives your immune system a boost
- Kick starts your metabolism
- Excellent source of potassium
- Aids digestion
- Helps to flush out toxins in the body
- Freshens your breath
- Aids in skin health
- Reduces inflammation
- Gives you an energy boost
- Helps fight viral infections
Drinking lemon water first thing in the morning is one of the most substantial yet simple change you can make to your overall health.
Squeeze half a lemon in warm water, ideally on an empty stomach.