Lemon water is known for its virtues for both health and beauty. Multiple benefits are to his credit; it has a high nutritional value, not to mention its detoxifying asset thanks to the vitamins and antioxidants it has.
Lemon water is rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, as well as vitamin B and C and flavonoids. Its antiviral properties give it the quality of stimulator of the system. In addition, its high content of citric acid, pectin and bioflavonoids helps protect the body from infections.
Consumed in the morning on an empty stomach, lemon water, preferably lukewarm, releases the body from all toxins, balances the body's pH, contributes to weight loss and boosts the immune system.
The therapeutic effects of lemon water
1- Helps prevent food poisoning since the antiviral, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties of lemon with citric acid help to eradicate the bacteria that cause intoxication
2- Relieves constipation by stimulating intestinal transit
3- Removes kidney stones from the potassium contained in the lemon, which raises citrates in the urine and prevents the formation of salt thus eliminating kidney stones
4- Helps prevent many inflammatory conditions. Thus the strong acidification of the body causes an inflammation of the body that causes many diseases. Also, lemon water will neutralize acidity because of its anti-inflammatory properties
5- Contributes to the health and strengthening of the nails by eliminating white spots thanks to its revitalizing virtues due to amino acids and vitamin B5 which make it possible to tone and reinforce the growth of the nails
6- Strengthens the immune system thanks to citric acid, vitamin C and bioflavonoids that lemon contains. Which makes it possible to fight among others, the cold and the classic flu
7- Helps fight the symptoms of fibromyalgia by reducing inflammation. However, the practice of some yoga exercises will also be of great help in reducing the pain caused by this pathology
8- Helps to lose weight, thanks to its rich pectin that helps reduce cravings by producing a satiating effect
9- Helps treat skin problems thanks to the vitamin C it contains that acts as a powerful antioxidant. Thus, a radiant complexion will be at the rendezvous from the first days of its consumption
10-Detoxifies the liver by eliminating its toxins thanks to the citric acid contained in the lemon. Also, the consumption of fasting lemon water is advised.
How to consume lemon water
First of all, it is essential to consume organic lemons so as not to suffer the harmful effects of pesticides especially in case of cure.
Thus for beginners, a cure of 15 to 20 days of warm lemon water, the fasting morning is advised using half of a lemon mixed with a large glass of warm water, to monitor how the body can react with taking this drink.
Warning: Lemon water can be dangerous if you have oral or gastric problems, such as an ulcer or heartburn or certain deficiencies. Thus, it would be advisable to stop the consumption of lemon water, as soon as the pain appears and consult a doctor.
