We know most people cannot start their day without a cup of coffee or tea. However, what if there was another option that could become a staple of your morning routine.
The option is taking a cup of warm lemon water. This cup of lemon water has several benefits without the added headache.
Below are certain benefits of taking lemon early in the morning.
Aids Digestion
Lemon juice flushes out unwanted materials and toxins from the body. It’s atomic composition is similar to saliva and the hydrochloric acid of digestive juices. It encourages the liver to produce bile which is an acid that is required for digestion. Lemons are also high in minerals and vitamins and help loosen ama, or toxins, in the digestive tract. The digestive qualities of lemon juice help to relieve symptoms of indigestion, such as heartburn, belching and bloating.
Freshens Breath
Besides fresher breath, lemons have been known to help relieve tooth pain and gingivitis. Do not brush your teeth just after drinking your lemon water. It is best to brush your teeth first, then drink your lemon water. Also, you can wait a significant amount of time after to brush your teeth. Additionally, you can rinse your mouth with purified water after you finish your lemon water.
Clears Your Skin
The vitamin C component helps decrease wrinkles and blemishes on the skin. Vitamin C is vital for healthy glowing skin; while its alkaline nature kills some types of bacteria known to cause acne. It can actually be applied directly to scars or age spots to help reduce their appearance. Since lemon water purges toxins from your blood, it would also be helping to keep your skin clear of blemishes from the inside out.
Cleanses Your System
Lemon juice helps flush out unwanted materials in your body. This is because lemons increase the rate of urination in the body. Therefore toxins are released at a faster rate which helps keep your urinary tract healthy. The citric acid in lemons helps maximize enzyme function, which stimulates the liver and aids in detoxification.
Balances pH Levels.
Contrary to popular belief, lemons are one of the most alkalizing foods for the body. They are acidic on their own, but inside our bodies they’re alkaline. Furthermore, lemons contain both citric and ascorbic acid, weak acids easily metabolized from the body. This allows the mineral content of lemons to help alkalize the blood. Disease states only occur when the body pH is acidic. Drinking lemon water regularly can help to remove overall acidity in the body, including uric acid in the joints.
Therefore, start incorporating this cup of goodness into your daily routine and start reaping the benefits.