Drinking warm water with lemon in every morning will kick start your day and your digestion. Not only that but you’ll be boosting your immune system as they are high in vitamin C, as well as high in potassium which benefits brain function. Your breath will be fresher and you will be fighting off hunger pangs, so this is also very beneficial for weight loss.
- Lemon water flushes out toxins
- It balances the Ph levels in the body
- Aids digestion
- Helps nourish brain and nerve cells
- Helps reduce pain and inflammation in joints and knees
- Good source of vitamin C
- Boosts the immune system
- Cleanses your body
- Freshens your breath
- Helps fight hunger cravings
- Reduces inflammation
- Great for your skin
- Generally promotes healing
So, you want to know how to prepare it:
Boil the kettle and let it cool a little
use fresh lemons and organic if you can get them
Either squeeze half a lemon in to a mug or glass and add water then sip and drink
Or pour water over 3 slices of lemon and let it steep for a few minutes before drinking.
For a refreshing summer drink:
Add lemon slices, peel etc to a jug of ice water and set aside then drink for ultimate hydration.
With both of these suggestions you can also add other ingredients: ginger, apples, cucumber etc
