ADVERTISEMENT
**5. Clearer Skin The antioxidants in lemon water can help decrease blemishes and wrinkles. Regular consumption can also be attributed to combating free radical damage, which can keep your skin looking fresh and youthful.
**6. Weight Loss Support While lemon water on its own isn’t a weight loss miracle, it contains pectin fiber which aids in fighting hunger cravings and can make you feel fuller longer, potentially aiding in weight management.
**7. Alkalizing Effects Despite their initial acidity, lemons are one of the most alkalizing food sources for the body. Regular consumption of lemon water can help maintain the body’s pH levels which is beneficial for overall health.
8. Increased Energy and Mood Enhancement Lemon water can increase your energy levels without the caffeine. Furthermore, just the scent of lemon has been found to reduce stress levels and help improve mood.
**9. Improved Joint Health By helping to flush out toxins and uric acid from the joints, lemon water can potentially reduce inflammation and alleviate pain associated with arthritis.
**10. Promotion of Healing As an essential nutrient involved in the formation of collagen, vitamin C found in lemons can help heal wounds and maintain healthy bones and connective tissues.
Making Lemon Water:
continued on the next page
ADVERTISEMENT