THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF A LEMON AND ITS BENEFITS; A Simple rule that will not cost you any money is to kick start your day with a cup of hot water and lemon juice. In addition to this uplifting drink it purifies the blood and helps to detoxify. SOME INTERESTING FACTS! 1. LEMON AND ACTUALLY BALANCING YOUR PH An alkalizing diet is one that reduces acidity in the blood. The idea of this type of diet has gained popularity among health professionals and nutrition-conscious individuals. Your body works to maintain a slightly alkaline pH balance, which helps keep your bones strong and promotes good health. Certain foods create acidity or alkalinity in your body when they combine with digestive juices and acids. The typical Western diet is high in red meat, sugar and refined and processed foods. These foods are said to be extremely acid-promoting and, therefore, harmful to your health. On the other hand foods, such as Lemons -- and other fruits and vegetables -- are said to be alkalizing. It is therefore very important that the ph of our body is found to be in balance. By introducing lemon it has an alkalizing effect that balancing our bodies further. 2. BOOSTS YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM A lemon has one of the highest concentrations of Vitamin C and Potassium. Vitamin C is wonderful to combat the Flu and Potassium stimulates the brain, nervous system and controls blood pressure. 3. AIDS DIGESTION Although lemons and lemon juice might seem like they would be acid-promoting in your body, in actuality they are said to be alkalizing substances. Thats because theres a difference between whether a food itself contains acid -- as lemon juice does -- and whether it creates acidity in the body, Fresh fruits and vegetables, and their juices, are generally alkalizing, even if they have acidic qualities themselves. Animal protein foods such as meat and dairy, as well as simple sugars, processed foods and refined grains, are said to be the most acid-promoting foods, although they may not be acidic in taste or ingredients. Hot water will stimulate the gastrointestinal tract whilst lemons will give you the minerals and vitamins that will help to eliminate toxins & waste from the body. 4. A NATURAL DIURETIC Acts as a natural diuretic eliminating wastes & toxins more quickly. 5. HYDRATES THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM With a cup of hot water & lemon, you are going to kick start the day by feeling more hydrated. When your body is dehydrated it cannot perform all its duties properly hence the accumulations of toxins. This in turn then increases stress levels, resulting in constipation, headaches and the list goes on. It is a common fact that MANY OF US DO NOT DRINK ENOUGH WATER AND ARE UNAWARE THAT THEY ARE CONSTANTLY DEHYDRATED. SO COME ON THEN DRINK UP. 6. BENEFITS THE SKIN We now know that Vitamin C is an antioxidant that reduces wrinkles and lines, but did you know that water with lemon not only gives you the hydration you need but will aid in the elimination of toxins from the blood generating a far more clearer , cleaner & healthier skin. 7. AIDS WITH WEIGHT LOSS Lemons have a high content of Pectin, a fiber, which helps to control cravings. It has also been shown that the people who are on an Alkalizing Diet lose weight faster. CONCLUSION Drinking a cup a day on an empty stomach can actually make a difference to the start of your day. You can use a lemon or Lime with honey but avoid using any sugars. SO LETS ALL LEARN TO ALKALIZE OUR BODIES FURTHER..
Posted on: Wed, 03 Sep 2014 07:53:53 +0000
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