As part of the new series But first, we start with lemon water which is the ideal candidate for an easy and quick addition to your morning routine. A good practice is to drink half a glass of plain water, as a prewash before drinking lemon water, which can be harsh on a dry throat. Follow this up by rinsing your mouth or preferably brushing your teeth as the acid in lemon water can wear away the enamel on teeth. Nonetheless, after taking a look at all the benefits of lemon water we are convinced you too will get on board with this vitamin C habit. To see that it’s all worth the extra effort let’s look at a quick breakdown:
- It’s easy to make – Squeeze a quarter to half a lemon into a glass of flat water. Use sparkling water if you want to get fancy!
- Contains Vitamin C – boosts your body’s immunity and is anti-inflammatory with potent amounts of vitamin C.
- Hello skin! Expect clearer skin and better pH levels.
- Lemon water has a high level of citrates which help to prevent kidney stones from forming.
- It keeps the brain and heart healthy.
- It helps to break down food and in turn aids digestion.
- It staves off cravings and helps to improve metabolic health.
It’s a good start for your morning routine to add this simple power punch to begin your day. Start with every other day and work up to a daily drink. Of course, double check with your physician that you have the green light to enjoy it!