Lately, we read and hear a lot about lemon water. It is a great beverage with some great benefits for our health. But we must know the right method of preparation in order to get all the benefits from it. Simply squeezing a lemon, it isn’t enough. Here is how to prepare the perfect lemon water juice.
Ingredients
- Honey (2 tbsp.)
- Lemons (5-6)
- Water (3 cups)
Preparation
Cut the lemons and boil them in the water for 5 minutes. Leave it to cool down, squeeze the lemons and strain the water. Add the honey and drink one cup, the remaining juice you can store in the fridge.
The benefits
Great for digestion
The lemon has some ingredients that boost the bile production in the liver and eliminate the toxins from the body. If you drink one cup of this juice in the morning you will eliminate the digestion problems like constipation, diarrhea, bloating, etc.
Strengthens the immunity
Due to its antimicrobial properties, this lemon juice prevents infection and fights flu and common colds.
Boosts your energy
The lemon juice is full of vitamin B, C, phosphorus, proteins, and carbohydrates and it is considered as a natural energy booster. After drinking it, it will begin to oxygenate the body and you will immediately feel revitalized and energized.
Balances the pH levels
When you drink this juice on an empty stomach it eliminates the uric acid deposited in your joints and it also balances the pH levels in the body.
Great for bad breath
It has the ability to clean your mouth and boost the saliva production and in this way kills the bacteria that causes bad odor.
Great for weight loss
The high amount of pectin fiber suppresses the appetite and makes you feel full for longer periods of time. Therefore, lemon juice is great for weight loss.
Cleans the urinary tract
The lemon water and the honey are considered as diuretics and they stimulate the production of urine. In this way, they clean the urinary tract and change its pH levels. They also discourage the multiplication and production of bad bacteria.
Controls blood pressure
Lemon water hydrates your body and it also has the ability to cleanse the lymphatic system. It reduces stress, improves your sleep, the function of your brain and the best this is that it lowers your blood pressure.
Great for throat infections
If you have a sore throat this lemon water will be great for you. It relieves a sore throat and helps with other respiratory issues and asthma.
Great for your skin
If you drink this beverage you will improve the quality of your skin significantly. It cleanses the blood vessels and boosts the new blood cells development. It also has the ability to prevent the appearance of acne, blemishes, etc.
Note: Keep in mind that this water should be consumed warm or hot. You should also reheat the water that is kept in the fridge but you shouldn’t keep it more than 3 days. Drink it in the morning on an empty stomach.
Source: stylecraze.com
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