Healthline claims that in one glass, squeezed from about fifty grams of lemon, there is:
- 10.6 calories;
- 21% of the daily vitamin C requirement;
- 2% of the daily folic acid requirement;
- 1% of the daily potassium requirement;
- 1% of the daily vitamin B1 requirement;
- 1% of the daily vitamin B5 requirement.
Here are five reasons why water with lemon, especially in the morning, can be beneficial for your body.
Avoid dehydration
Few people today manage to meet the recommended daily water intake. If you develop the habit of calmly drinking a glass of water with lemon every morning, you will already improve the situation somewhat in this regard. It is recommended for an adult to drink at least 6–8 glasses of water daily. And it is best if the first one is right after getting out of bed.
May help with weight loss
The habit of drinking water with lemon can increase water intake, which is often cited as one of the weight loss strategies.
Data from a 2018 study shows that people who were instructed to drink water before meals ate less food than those who did not drink water beforehand.
By the way, it is important that participants who drank water and ate less did not feel less full than those who ate more.
The study authors concluded that drinking water before meals can be an effective weight loss strategy.
Good source of vitamin C
Citrus fruits, especially lemon, are rich in vitamin C, which is considered one of the important antioxidants. They help protect cells from free radicals – molecules that cause inflammation in the body and can lead to various diseases.
A daily, even small dose of vitamin C can improve iron absorption, hormone production, and reduce increased susceptibility to infections, fatigue, or even insomnia.
Protects against kidney stones
Medical News Today writes that the habit of drinking water with lemon can also have a positive effect on the kidneys. The acid in lemons inhibits the formation of kidney stones and can break down smaller stones before they start to form.
Improves skin condition
According to some data, vitamin C (or ascorbic acid) and flavonoids – protective compounds found in citrus fruits – are associated with improved skin condition. Vitamin C helps the body produce collagen, which contributes to skin integrity.
Interestingly, a 2016 study showed that drinking citrus fruit juices may help prevent processes that lead to premature skin aging.
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