Lemon water has some amazing benefits and is a refreshing drink to add to your health routine. It’s a very popular beverage as it tastes lovely and is known for its health benefits. Lemon water can be enjoyed hot or cold.
Here are some benefits of lemon water.
1. Great Source of Vitamin C
Lemons are a great source of Vitamin C as they are citrus fruit which are packed with antioxidants that prevent damage from free radicals. Having a good amount of vitamin c in your diet can also improve the appearance of your skin and help collagen production.
2. Hydration
As we know water is the best liquid for hydration. Adding lemons to your water can help you drink more as it has a lovely flavour. Hydration is extremely important as it helps your body to function correctly.
3. Better Digestion
Having lemon water in the morning has been shown to help get your bowels moving and flush out the waste. This is great for anyone who suffers from constipation.
4. Prevent Kidney Stones
One way to avoid kidney stones is to make sure you are drinking lots of water every day. The critic acid in lemon juice helps break down the stones formation and can break up small stones.
5. Fresher Breath
Not only is lemon water great for the benefits mentioned above its also promotes fresher breath. The lemon peel has great antibacterial properties which help neutralise odours that are caused by a build-up of bacteria in your mouth.
Best Time to Drink Lemon Water
Drinking it in the morning or evening can have a positive effect. Having a glass in the morning can help with hydration as you have not had anything to drink whilst you have been asleep. Drinking at night can help you relax and can help move your bowels in the morning. The best way to drink lemon water is through a straw as it could cause problems for your teeth.
I like to prepare my lemon juice water in a jug and keep it in the fridge as it can last 2-3 days. I squeeze a couple of lemons into the water then wash and slice a lemon and pop it into a jug.
In the summer I also like to squeeze the juice from lemons into an ice tray and freeze it to add to my water throughout the day.
Stay healthy
Sally
