Therapist Svetlana Nikitina: drinking water with lemon has a positive effect on digestion, strengthens the immune system.
Drinking water with a small amount of lemon juice added in the morning has various positive effects on health. Mentioning this, the therapist Nikitina said in an interview with MedikForum: “Here are five reasons to drink water with lemon in the morning.”
Strengthens the immune system. Lemons are rich in vitamin C, which is extremely beneficial for the body. It improves the absorption of iron, has an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial effect.
“The human body cannot produce vitamin C on its own. Drinking a glass of water with a couple of slices of lemon in the morning, we help our body get the nutrient it needs so much, ”the doctor explained.
Regulates digestion. Water with lemon has a good effect on digestion: for example, it activates the production of bile which promotes better digestion of fats. In addition, citric acid stimulates gastrointestinal motility and helps produce digestive enzymes.
Suppresses excessive appetite.The doctor informed that the high content of vitamin C in lemons ensures the release of hormones such as norepinephrine and serotonin in the body. They improve mood and contribute to the active breakdown of fatty acids and the normalization of appetite.
Why do doctors advise against drinking water with lemon?
Cleanses out toxins. Additional liquid from water and The diuretic effect of lemon provides intensive excretion of toxins with urine.
Rejuvenates the skin. Vitamin C, which is saturated in the drink, activates the production of collagen, a protein that makes the skin elastic and gives it elasticity.<
The doctor told who is useful and harmful to drink water with lemon
Earlier, the MedikForum.ru portal wrote about the dangers of freshly squeezed juices for the pancreas.
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