Why I Drink Warm Lemon Water Every Morning and the Benefits of Water with Lemon
I have read a lot of articles about the benefits of drinking water with lemon. Here are some of the common ideas about the benefits of lemon water. Then, I’ll tell you why I drink warm lemon water every morning and the results I have personally witnessed.
- Immune System Boost – Lemons have vitamin C which is known for boosting your immune system.
- Lemons Contain Pectin Fiber – Great as an antibacterial and for colon health.
- Great Source of Potassium – Another of the many benefits of lemon water is that the potassium from lemons is good for the heart, kidneys, and other organs.
- Helps with Digestion – lemon juice is though to loosen toxins in the digestive system and decrease symptoms of heartburn such as gas and bloating.
- Energy Boost – The scent of lemons has a calming effect and has been shown to reduce anxiety and depression.
- pH Balance – Lemons help maintain the pH levels in the body. Lemon water is alkaline-forming in the body. Kris Carr has a very informative post on pH 101: Acid-Alkaline Balance & Your Health.
- Pain reduction – Lemon water removes uric acid in the joints, which is one of the main causes of inflammation. Some claim lemon water helps ease the pain in joints and other areas of the body
- Healthy Substitute for Caffeinated Drinks. This is why many people drink warm lemon water. A benefit of lemon water is that it contains no caffeine or added sugar.
Why I Drink Warm Lemon Water Every Morning
As a cancer survivor who underwent a massive surgery, chemotherapy, and Neulasta shots, I have lots of lingering effects I keep trying to manage. I decided to try lemon water for myself and see what this craze and health recommendation was all about.
Each morning I heat an 8oz mug of filtered water in the microwave for 1 minute 30 seconds. Then, I squeeze half a lemon into the cup and stir. It’s easier to get the juice out of a lemon if you microwave it for 15-30 seconds first. I use a citrus press like these to easily juice the lemon.
Why do I drink warm water with lemon?
- First, I enjoy warm drinks. They tend to relax me. This way, I’m having a warm drink without the added sugar and/or caffeine.
- Also, I need to drink more water. I don’t drink enough water during the day and I have to constantly remind myself to take some sips of water. Drinking lemon water in the morning is an easy way for me to get some water into my body.
- I love citrus! I love oranges and lemons and I actually love the taste of this drink.
- Lemon water definitely helps with my digestion. Sorry if this is too much information, but I tend to have some IBS and digestive issues. I already take Miralax every day, but it still doesn’t always make me regular. Since I’ve been drinking lemon water I have become more regular. Almost always, I go to the bathroom within about an hour after finishing this drink.
- In addition, I can use the extra vitamin C. I have a poor immune system and get sick often.
- I hope this will help with some of my joint pain and achiness, but I haven’t noticed any big changes yet.
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Do you drink warm lemon water? What health benefits have you noticed by drinking warm water with lemon?
Thank you for the great information. I am so glad to hear that you are a survivor, and that you are being proactive to maintain your freedom from cancer. May God bless & be with you, MB
If you want to be healthy and remain cancer free, I strongly suggest you trash the microwave.
Good point Emily. Defeats the benefits by using the microwave. Great article on my website on what they do to nutrition…
I couldn’t agree more! I trashed mine over a year ago, been using a glass teapot to heat water. Also a good a idea is to turn off your WiFi at night when you go to sleep.
That will throttle your broadband down to dial up in the end , you will then have an open reach engineer turn up and charge you to reboot it.
I agree with Emily, ditch the microwave. Buy a small saucepan and just warm your water on the stove or use a coffee maker. I finally made a morning cup of green tea (2 bags, I like it strong) with lemon and local honey a daily habit, working on 3x daily. When I have it, I will add 2 teaspoons of ginger simple syrup, but that’s a treat, and I forgo the honey.
Instead of fresh lemon could I use Lemon Essential Oils?
I prefer to use fresh lemon. Not sure… I would read the instructions on your lemon oil and see if it’s safe to eat.
You probably have an answer by now, but yes, you can put the lemon essential oils in the water. I like it weak, but most will put 2 – 3 drops in like 16 Oz of water.
Hi, I am interested to know if this warm lemon water has helped with your joints? I am definitely going to start drinking this instead of my morning coffee. I am anxious for some physical changes and this sounds like such an easy way to get started!
Thank you for sharing your information and honest results with us and happy to hear you are doing so well!
Thank you. Honestly, I think it’s a combination of things that have helped me feel better. This is one of them. I also try to move everyday, whether it be a run or a walk. I hope this helps you feel better too!
I have also read that drinking lemon water helps with acne problems.
I had major surgery 21/2 years ago and have learned that everything you have said about a cup of warm lemon in water every morning. Can be a real life saver, and in my case it really does help save my life. See it really does all the things you said but it also helps your kidneys filter toxins out of you blood stream. I have a chronic kidney disease that is stage 2, that all we can do is help my kidneys as much as possible. And lemons are a wonderful fruit for your body, there are so many benefits to lemons that I can’t imagine not having them in our home. I hope you can reach millions of people with this message. Drink your cup of warm lemon in the mornings and make lemonade your drink of choice instead of coke or Dr pepper, it sure is much healthier for you.
I have a cup every morning. When we eat out that’s all I drink lemon water.