This is an amazing list found from the New
Nostalgia blog. I knew the benefits but never knew how good they were in
the morning and on an empty stomach, sounds like a great kick-off to a healthy
day!
Reason #1: It balances pH. Lemons are an acidic food, but once metabolized, it
becomes alkaline. What is an alkaline? An alkaline helps keep the oxygen in
your blood at a safe pH level. This helps your body heal itself, assimilate nutrients
and fight off unwanted sickness.
Reason #2: It keeps skin clear and
glowing! Hydration from drinking lemon water
is great for moisturizing our skin from the inside out. Lemon also
contains lots of Vitamin C, which helps with wrinkles and blemishes.
Reason #3: It kick starts the
digestive system. A big glass of lemon water is a great
way to start the day. It encourages the liver to produce bile which in
turn aids in digestion. It increases urination which helps purify it.
It also helps with heartburn and constipation.
Reason #4: It helps with weight loss! Keeping the body in an alkaline state helps people lose
weight faster. Lemons are high in fiber pectin, which helps keep one
full, longer. They also have a diuretic effect, which helps with water
weight gain.
