Proverbs 17:22
A joyful
heart is the health of the body, but a depressed spirit dries up the bones
Sirach 30:14-16 Better a poor man strong and robust,
than a rich man with wasted frame.More precious than gold is health and well-being,
contentment of spirit than coral. No treasure greater than a healthy body; no
happiness, than a joyful heart!.
Naturally, human physical appearance turns to be disheartened
when tempted to compare with people of the same age/or even older but could
remain with high self-esteem brought by conserved health, youthful appearance,
and excellent physique. The secret behind
this struggle is simple - regular
ingestion of lemons.
Sirach 30{14-16
A Better a poor man strong and robust,
than a rich man with wasted frame.
More precious than gold is health and well-being,
contentment of spirit than coral. No treasure greater than a healthy body; no
happiness, than a joyful heart!.
Celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Beyonce[1] and the Hemsley sisters (Jasmine
and Melissa Hemsley, English food writers and media personalities who have been
closely associated with the clean eating and "wellness" movement and
born to a Filipino Mom)[2] are fans of lemon water. ,
claiming that it offers morning coffee actually offer any
benefits?
Here are the health benefits[3] of this morning habit
drink:
Weight Loss
The polyphenols in lemon may help in reducing
appetite and aid in preventing weight gain (just like drinking a glass of water
especially before a meal which assists to fill stomach, offsetting the amount
of food required to feel satisfied. Lemon-flavored water is also a healthy
option to replace morning glass of orange juice - think of all the calories
saved! To make lemon water, use whole lemons. Squeeze the juice from one lemon
into 8 to 12 ounces of water. Enjoy it cold or warm. Drink it chilled with ice if for weight loss.
Prevention
from ailment
Citamin C found in citrus fruits like lemon, gives immune
system a boost which prevents infection. Ingestion of highly acidic foods like
lemon juice contributes to the acidic environment. Chemicals in lemon known as
phytonutrients have antioxidant properties to prevent human body from disease.
Aids
digestion
The citrus flavonoids in lemon assist the acid in
the stomach in breaking down food, which may improve overall digestion. Warming
the water seems to provide the greatest digestive benefits. Aiding digestion is especially important as human
gets older, because the amount of acid in the stomach weakens with age. According
to study, over 30 percent of men and
women over age 60 had atrophic gastritis, a condition marked by little to no
stomach acid. Further, adding slices of lemon and zest to the water may be acquire
some of the benefits of pectin, a fiber found in the pulp and peel which
improves digestion and instinctive health.
Lemon water
gives you a vitamin C boost
Citrus fruits are a great source of vitamin C. A
fourth of a cup of lemon juice yields 23.6 mg of vitamin C, about a third of
the recommended daily allowance for women and a fourth for men. Vitamin C is a
powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells against free radicals, which
could even help protect again cardiovascular disease and cancer. Likewise, vitamin
C prevents scurvy, a disease of weakened connective tissue that results in
bleeding gums, among other symptoms. Connective tissue is also vital for wound
healing.
Prevents dehydration
Hydration is not a direct benefit of the lemon properties
themselves, but rather drinking flavored water which might entice to ingest
more of it. Fluids in general helps in hydration, however, some individuals
struggle to drink a sufficient amount of water daily simply because they find
it boring or do not enjoy the taste. Adding lemon to water can enhance the
taste, making it more likeable to some, assisting them to drink more and
improve hydration." Unlike the old years which require to drink eight
8-ounce glasses a day, nutritionists now recognize that the amount varies which
is dependent on weight, energy, and where the particular person lives. One test
to make sure that one is getting enough, one’s pee should be nearly clear; one needs
to drink more if it's yellow or dark, you.
Assists to
be younger looking
The vitamin C in lemon juice might actually help
your skin as well. The higher vitamin C intakes are associated with fewer
wrinkles. Since vitamin C is a nutrient that can fight off free-radical damage,
it can protect skin brought by vitamin C's effects on collagen, which helps
make up the connective tissue under the skin. Moreover, the hydration from the
water helps skin stay more subtle and provides a more youthful appearance.
It may help
liver function
Another benefit of staying well hydrated with lemon
water is helping the liver to do a better job being the body's filter. Enhancing
overall hydration can help to progress the function of all organs in the body,
including the liver. It may shield the liver against toxins and lessen fat in
the liver, keeping against fatty liver disease. The liver is the body's natural
mechanism for flushing out toxins; so although assertions of
"detoxification" from lemon juice aren't unerringly verified, helping
the liver to work better could benefit human body.
Increases
Potassium Levels
Like bananas, lemons are a good source as well,
which large amounts are primarily found in fruits and vegetables. It is an
element that is essential for cell function and metabolism, transmission of
nerve signals. Potassium, being an electrolyte, helps to conduct electricity
throughout the body. This nerve-muscle communication helps skeletal-muscular
function.
Makes More
Regular Bowel Movement
Lemon-flavored water can be part of healthy way to promote
regular bowel movements. Although lemon juice doesn't provide much fiber,
getting in pulp and zest from the peel could help boost the fiber content.
Prevents
kidney stones
Kidney stones often develop consequently by
dehydration, so a lemon-water habit could help flush out kidneys and prevent
these painful deposits. According to a research, some kidney stones result from
precipitation of calcium salts. Acidification of the aqueous/watery environment
in which this occurs is thought to lessen the possibility of precipitation, and
thus prevent the formation of some stones. Hence, the acid from the lemon can
help keep the stones from coming together. It increased urination as a result
of drinking more fluid. Both are helpful for keeping kidney stones at bay.
Freshens
breath
It may help one mouth smell tidier as the citrus in
lemon water may help to reduce the growth of bacteria in the mouth. The only
problem is that the acid in lemon juice could, over time, tarnish the enamel of
the teeth, so drinking it through a straw to reduce exposure to them.
Metabolism
Boost
Lemon water is a great addition to morning routine as
it could boost metabolism, helping an individual to keep a healthy weight and
be on the go. Staying hydrated and drinking ice-cold water has been shown to
provide a metabolism boost according to a study. Three cups per day helps to stimulate
metabolism while providing a feeling of fullness that may help to eat fewer.
Drinking lemon-flavored water cold could have even more of a helpful result. Chilling
it may give an even greater metabolism boost as the body needs to warm the
water to body temperature in the course of digestion.
References:
[1] Leah Hyslop, Lemon water: a healthy way to start the day or silly celeb
fad?, 7:00AM BST 13 May 2015,
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/foodanddrink/11597570/Lemon-water-a-healthy-way-to-start-the-day-or-silly-celeb-fad.html
[2] Sarah Rainey, How TV's new queens of healthy eating are serving up
hogwash: Collagen soup. Eggs that are 'astrologically harvested' and why the
Hemsley sisters don't have a shred of expertise between them, PUBLISHED: 00:13
BST, 25 May 2016 | UPDATED: 00:50 BST, 25 May 2016, http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3607736/How-TV-s-new-queens-healthy-eating-serving-hogwash-Collagen-soup-Eggs-astrologically-harvested-Hemsley-sisters-don-t-shred-expertise-them.html
[3] Tina Donvito, 12 Insane
Benefits of Drinking Lemon Water Every Morning, http://www.rd.com/health/diet-weight-loss/lemon-water-health-benefits/
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