Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Why drink lemon water... and HOW it causes alkaline effects on the body


On my research to find out how lemon water is alkaline in the body I came across this site that explains it perfectly:

http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2009/10/09/alkaline-diet-quick-tip-2-lemons-are-alkalising/

I recommend drinking a glass of lemon water upon rising. This helps stimulate the colon, and rehydrate the body after a 8 hour fast ( Sleep!).

Some other properties of lemon...

part from being an amazing body alkalizer/alkaliser, lemon water also gives the following health benefits:
  • Lemon water has excellent digestive properties and can ease heartburn, bloating and other digestion problems
  • Lemon water cleanses and stimulates the liver and kidneys
  • Lemon juice contains calcium, magnesium and potassium
  • Lemon water (hot) offers relief from cold and flu symptoms while providing some much needed Vitamin C
  • Lemon juice is a great skin cleanser
  • Help with constipation
  • Boosts your immune system
  • Helps with weight loss by stimulating the liver (1 of our organs of detoxification)
So add a lemon to your water (especially if drinking water is a challenge for you!), and notice the effects on your body!