Support Immune Function
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.
Alkalize the
Body
Though lemons
seem acidic, they are one of the most alkalizing foods for the body. The citric
and ascorbic acid found in lemons helps reduce your body's acidity when it is
metabolized.
Helps with
Digestion
The pectin
fiber found in lemons helps fight hunger cravings and keep you full longer. The
fiber also aids in digestion to help flush out unwanted materials.
Natural,
Gentle 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.
Energizer
Lemon water helps to feel
hydrates and oxygenates the body leaving you revitalized and refreshed!
Speed Up Metabolism
Adding the lemon helps to
detoxify the liver and metabolizes fat, so this can speed up metabolism by 33
percent.
Can Limes be used with the
Same Benefits as Lemons?
Lemons and limes have
similar nutrition profiles, but lemons ultimately win out. BUT, if you're
getting bored with lemon water, try lime water for a change
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