Lemon, a fruit popular for its therapeutic properties, helps
maintain your immune system and thus, protects you from the clutches of most
types of infections, it also plays the role of a blood purifier. Lemon is a
fabulous antiseptic and lime-water juice also works wonders for people having
heart problems, owing to its high potassium content. So, make it a part of your
daily routine to drink a glass of warm lemon water in the morning and enjoy its
health benefits.
A glass of lemon juice contains less than
25 calories. It is a rich source of nutrients like calcium, potassium, vitamin
C and pectin fiber. It also has medicinal values and antibacterial properties.
It also contains traces of iron and vitamin A.
Some of the Reasons while you need to Drink Lemon Juice first
thing in the morning are as follows:
Boosts Your Immune System
Lemons are high in vitamin C,
which is great for fighting colds. It also enhances the body’s ability to
absorb iron, an important nutrient for a healthy immune system. They’re high in potassium, which stimulates brain and nerve
function. Potassium also helps control blood pressure. Ascorbic acid (vitamin
C) found in lemons demonstrates anti-inflammatory effects, and is used as
complementary support for asthma and other respiratory symptoms plus it
enhances iron absorption in the body; iron plays an important role in immune
function. Lemons also contain saponins, which show antimicrobial properties
that may help keep cold and flu at bay. Lemons also reduce the amount of phlegm
produced by the body.
Aids Digestion
Lemon juice flushes out unwanted materials and toxins from
the body. Its 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 toxins, in the digestive tract. It helps cleanse the bowel by flushing out waste more efficiently and
stimulates the release of gastric juices, which
aid digestion. The digestive qualities of lemon juice help to relieve
symptoms of indigestion, such as heartburn, belching and bloating. The American
Cancer Society actually recommends offering warm lemon water to cancer
sufferers to help stimulate bowel movements.
Repairs Skin
The
vitamin C component as well as other antioxidants helps decrease wrinkles and
blemishes and it helps to combat free radical damage. Thus, good for combating
skin ageing. 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. The vitamin C contained in
the lemon rejuvenates the skin from within your body.
Balances pH Levels
Lemons are one of the most
alkalizing foods for the body. Sure, they are acidic on their own, but inside
our bodies they’re alkaline (the citric acid does not create acidity in the
body once metabolized). Lemons contain both citric and ascorbic acid, weak
acids easily metabolized from the body allowing 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, which is one of the primary
causes of pain and inflammation.
Freshens Breath
Besides fresher
breath, lemons have been known to help relieve tooth pain and gingivitis. Thus,
help kill off bad bacteria in the mouth by acting as a disinfectant. A glass
of lemon water is also a healthier morning wake- you- up than coffee. While there
is no evidence- based research on lemon water’s optimal temperature. Most health
professionals agree room temperature is closer to your own body’s temperature
and seems to calm the digestive system. Be aware that citric acid can erode tooth enamel, so you
should be mindful of this. No not brush your teeth just after drinking your
lemon water. It is best to brush your teeth first, then drink your lemon water,
or 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.
Promotes Healing
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C), found
in abundance in lemons, promotes wound healing, and is an essential nutrient in
the maintenance of healthy bones, connective tissue, and cartilage. As noted
previously, vitamin C also displays anti-inflammatory properties. Combined,
vitamin C is an essential nutrient in the maintenance of good health and
recovery from stress and injury.
Energizes You and Enhances Your Mood
The energy a human receives from
food comes from the atoms and molecules in your food. A reaction occurs when
the positive charged ions from food enter the digestive tract and interact with
the negative charged enzymes. Lemon is one of the few foods that contain more negative charged ions,
providing your body with more energy when it enters the digestive tract. The
scent of lemon also has mood enhancing and energizing properties. The smell of
lemon juice can brighten your mood and help clear your mind. Lemon can also
help reduce anxiety and depression.
Cleanses Your System / is a
Diuretic
Lemon juice helps flush out
unwanted materials in part 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 and help purify the system. Lemon juice can also change
the pH level of the urinary tract which discourages the proliferation of bad
bacteria. The citric acid in lemons helps maximize enzyme function, which stimulates the liver and aids in
detoxification.
Hydrates Your Lymph System
Warm water and lemon juice
supports the immune system by hydrating and replacing fluids lost by your body.
When your body is deprived of water, you can definitely feel the side effects,
which include: feeling tired, sluggish, decreased immune function,
constipation, lack of energy, low/high blood pressure, lack of sleep, lack of
mental clarity and feeling stressed, just to name a few.
Aids in Weight Loss
Lemons are high in pectin, a
soluble fiber commonly found in citrus fruits, which helps fight hunger
cravings and creates a feeling of fullness. Studies have shown people who
maintain a more alkaline diet; do in fact lose weight faster. I personally find
myself making better choices throughout the day, if I start my day off right,
by making a health conscious choice to drink warm lemon water first thing every
morning
Protects
overall Health
High
levels of potassium in lemons can help brain and nerve functioning and control
blood pressure. Lemon water can also ward off stress and depression, which have
been linked to low levels of potassium. Lemons
also contain vitamin P, which improves capillary permeability and
overall blood flow.
Detoxifies the Liver
Lemon water acts as a
liver cleanser by assisting in detoxification. It purifies and stimulates the
liver by encouraging the production of bile, an acid required for digestion.
Lemon water can also help control excess bile flow; decrease the amount of
phlegm produced by the body and assist in dissolving gallstones.
