Everyone loves a glass of lemon juice mixed with water and ice on a hot sunny day!
Lemons, in its natural state, is acidic with a pH of about 2, but once it is metabolized it actually becomes alkaline with a pH well above 7. It contains a high amount of vitamin C, soluble fiber, and plant compounds. So, once your lemon juice is fully digested, it has alkalizing effects with many health benefits!
Lemon juice:
- promotes hydration,
- is a good source of vitamin C,
- supports weight loss,
- improves skin quality,
- aids digestion,
- freshens breath,
- helps prevent kidney stones,
- support heart health,
- protect against anemia,
- reduce cancer risk!
So drinking lemon juice regularly is a great way to boost our immune system! Drinking lemon juice with my other vegetable and fruit juices in their concentrated form, one can expect to get a boost of energy after drinking them on empty stomach and before you eat your food.
As for oral health, my dentist advised I rinse my mouth with plain water after drinking fresh lemon juice or sucking on a lemon. Drinking from a straw is another option! So although its nutrients are highly beneficial its acidic natural state can put you at risk for tooth erosion if you are not careful.
©Joy Madden, May 2021
No comments:
Post a Comment