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Thursday 19 December 2013

Lemon Water

There are so many benefits of drinking lemon water and here is where you can find out why it is so good!
To make your lemon juice squeeze half a lemon into a cup of boiling water and wait for it to cool to drinking temperate, if you are over 11 stone I recommend squeezing the whole lemon.



1. Helps you lose weight.

Lemons contain pectin fibre which helps fight hunger cravings.

2. Helps sore throats.

Lemons are know to help fight viral infections so when your sore throats appears hot lemon and honey is not a myth. The lemons will also boost your immune system as it is full of vitamin C which can lead to clearing the infection altogether. 

3. Aids digestion.

Lemon juice not only encourages healthy digestion by loosening toxins in your digestive tract, it helps to relieve symptoms of indigestion such as heartburn, burping, and bloating. It will flush out the toxins in your body by enhancing enzyme function, stimulating your liver.

4.  Freshens your breath.

That's right! Lemons contain citric acid which can erode tooth enamel so watch when your are drinking it and try to not brush your teeth directly after. 

5. Helps your skin

Because lemon water is full of anti-oxidants it helps reduce blemishes and wrinkles

6. Anti-inflammatory 

Lemons reduce uric acid in your joints, this is one of the main causes of inflammation.

7. Helps the brain

Lemons contain a lot of potassium which can help your heart health, never cells and brain power. Lemon water can also give you the energy boost for the day reducing anxiety and depression.


Richard Taylor Personal Training Club
www.richardtaylorpt.co.uk

"Changing your lifestyle to incorporate exercise and proper nutrition is not easy. But it is defiantly a journey with endless rewards that are well worth achieving!