Lemon Squeeze

 Hello everyone,

Yes it has been some time since I have posted a blog. I have been quite busy. I have actually been posting more on TikTok. It’s just quicker and when you’re trying to fit a 48 hour to do list in 24 hours daily, every minute saved counts. But I am here today and that’s what counts. 

 Today I made a TikTok of me drinking my morning lemon water. I promised to write a post about the benefits of drinking lemon water daily. I remembered I actually wrote a blog on drinking lemon water back in 2019. You can read that HERE. 

 So yes I have been drinking lemon water for quite some time. I will be completely honest I have fell off from time to time, but I always get back on it and that’s what really counts. I don’t get down on my self when I fall off because life just has a way of knocking us off track. The trick is to remain aware and make sure you get back to it as soon as possible. No sense in beating yourself up. If anything always build yourself UP! 

 For those of you that didn’t click the link above to the old post about drinking lemon water I will post 7 Benefits of Starting your Day with Lemon Water below. I believe the older post gave 15 benefits but these 7 will do the trick. 

 A quick note before I drop the benefits. I more often times than not drink my lemon water using room temperature water. I just squeeze between a quarter to half a lemon in an 8oz to 12oz glass, fill it with water and either chug it, or sip away on it till I am finished. I also at times warm up the water a bit way before the boiling point. You don’t want the water to be too hot nor to cold. Water that is too hot or ice cold requires more energy for your body to process, so it’s best to slowly wake up your body with warm water. Using warmed up water kind of brings out the flavour of the lemons in a nice way. 

The 7 Benefits:

1. Rejuvenates your Skin

Lemons have loads of vitamin C, which assists in decreasing the production of wrinkles, and defends your skin against free-radical damage. Water also helps carry nutrients to your cells, so staying properly hydrates is important!

2. Boosts Energy and Alertness

The potassium in lemons helps with brain and nerve function, which can increase your alertness. Plus, according to Natural Health Magazine, scientist found that just a whiff of lemon can boost your feel-good hormones and reduce stress levels. Drinking water also helps in this area, as dehydration can drain your body’s energy and make you feel sluggish.

3. Hydrates your Body

When your body is dehydrated, it holds on to fat cells, and dehydration can also make you feel hungry. Staying hydrated is crucial for your overall body health, so starting your day with a glass of water is a no-brainer. Plus, the lemon gives it a flavor boost.

4. Helps your Immune System

The ascorbic acid (vitamin C) found in lemons is necessary for healing wounds. Lemon water is also touted as helping break up phlegm during a cold and soothing sore throats. Drinking water during illness is crucial, as your body’s defenses are working overtime to fight off sickness. Consuming lemon in order to tackle and prevent illnesses like the common cold hasn’t been proven, however, unless you live in severe climates.

5. Eliminates Toxins

The liver responds to fresh lemon juice more than any other food source because it amps up its enzyme production, according to Dr. Alexander F. Beddoe. This boosts the liver’s efficiency in secreting bile for digestion and releasing toxins. Lemon juice is known as being a diuretic, which means it helps your kidneys eliminate water and some toxins by increasing the frequency of urination. This could potentially help people who suffer form UTI’s.

6. Could Aid in Weight Loss

In addition to helping regulate your metabolism, lemons also contain pectin fiber. This fiber makes you feel full, and therefore can help starve off hunger and prevent cravings. Drinking plenty of water also contributes to this full feeling. By combining two natural ingredients, lemon and water, your already starting your day on a healthy note and this can lead to better eating habits throughout the day.

7. Improves Digestion

The acidity of lemons stimulates your digestive system and liver. This can help regulate your metabolism and bowel movements, thus helping your body absorb nutrients and potential leading to weight loss.

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