Lemon & warm water – why is it so good for me?
Ok so most of you would have heard by now that lemon and warm water is a great way to start they day. Notice I said lemon and warm (not hot) water.
Firstly there is something you should know about lemons – they are quiet incredible. Lemons have a high acidic content, however when put in water they turn alkaline.
An alkaline diet is what we need to have to ensure we stay dis -ease free and healthy. Have a morning cup of lemon and warm water and watch your health and connection to yourself improve. I actually sip through out the day as well.
Lemon and warm water has a number of different health benifits and it is so easy to incorporate into our morning routine. If you want to be extra good you can add parsley to help your liver cleanse more effieciently.
Supports your Immune System – Citrus fruits like lemon are high in vitamin C, which helps play an important role in immune function. Lemons also contain substances with antimicrobial properties that keep cold and flu viruses away. Ascorbic acid (found in lemon juice) also helps iron absorption which plays a role in immune function. Remember 70% of your immunity is in your digestive tract.
Alkalize the body – Though lemons seem acidic on first glance, they are one of the most alkalizing foods for the body when added to water.
Helps with Digestion – The pectin fiber found in lemons helps fight hunger cravings and keep you full longer, this is great if you are looking to trim down. The fiber also aids in digestion to help flush out unwanted materials.
Gentle (natural) Diuretic – Lemon juice helps flush out unwanted materials through an increased rate of urination in the body. This in turn, helps boost your kidney’s detoxifying function.
Energiser – Lemon water helps you to feel hydrated and oxgenates the body leaving you revitalized and refreshed.
Speeds up metabolism – Daily lemon and water helps detoxify the liver and metabolizes fat, inturn speeding up your metabolism.
Enjoy!!