BENEFITS OF WARM LEMON JUICE
Beginning
the day with warm water and lime empty stomach is said to be good for health,
here are the reasons why:-
HIGH
NUTRITIONAL VALUE:- A
glass of lemon jucie has less than 25 calories. It has rich source of calcium,
potassium, vitamin C, pectin fibers, some traces of iron and vitamin A.
HELPS
IN DIGESTION:- when
taken in empty stomach it stimulates the gastrointestinal tract which helps in
proper digestion, and in elimination process. It also prevents heartburn.
MAINTAINS
pH LEVEL:- Naturally
our body has acidity. Taking lemon juice reduces the harmful effects of it. Lemon
has citric acid, but the other mineral and nutrient content of the fruit is alkaline.
The citric acid is very mild and it is easily excreted from the body. Lemon stimulates
the making of calcium carbonate that in turn neutralizes other strong acids
found in the body. This helps when we take protein rich foods like meat and
cheese. It maintains the pH of the body and they by prevents urinary tract
infections.
DETOXIFIES
LIVER:- The citric
acid present in lemon helps the enzymes our body to function better. It stimulates
the liver and helps in detoxification.
GIVES
CLEAR SKIN:- The Vitamin
C present in lemon helps in the production of Collagen which helps to give us
youthful skin. The antioxidants rejuvenate dull skin and keep them healthy. It also
removes the toxins from the blood stream. When the juice is applied on
blemishes it helps to reduce it.
IMPROVES
IMMUNE SYSTEM:- The
vitamin C present in the fruit is known to fight colds and is good for your
immune system. They also have potassium which helps proper functioning of the
brain and nervous system. It also controls blood pressure.
PREVENT
BAD BREATH:- Bacteria
are kept away when lemon juice is drunk there by giving a natural freshness to
our mouth.
AIDS
IN WEIGHT LOSS:- When
taken early in the morning it fights food craving. Since it has been proved that
those who take an alkali diet lose more weight, it is time to change our diet
and take in warm lemon juice in the mornings.
IMPORTANT
TIPS TO REMEMBER:-
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Adding
a little honey to the juice makes it more tastier, fights phlegm and gets rid
of body mucous.
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Never
use canned or bottled juice. Natural home-made ones are always best for good
results.
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Always
rinse your mouth after having lemon juice because it might affect your teeth since
it has some corrosive properties.
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Donot
over take lemon juice. It shows corrosive effect when taken more than needed.