Know the benefits of Lemon Water

You must have heard it several times that always start your day with lemon water instead of coffee or tea.

The research says that lemon water has a lot of benefits since it is rich in Vitamin C and also supports weight loss. Here are a few benefits you should know about Lemon Water.

Improves your skin quality

Lemon is rich in Vitamin C which helps in reducing skin wrinkling, dry skin from ageing and damage from the sun. If your skin loses moisture then it is more prone to wrinkles.

 It helps in digestion

Lemon water helps in preventing constipation if you consume it as a daily morning laxative. Drinking warm or hot lemon water helps in moving your digestive system. It also kills the bad toxins in your body.

It promotes hydration

Water is the best source for hydration, putting some lemon in it, it will enhance the taste of it and it will further help you to drink more water.

Source of Vitamin C

Citrus fruits like lemons are high in vitamin C, it is a primary antioxidant which helps in protecting the cells from damaging free radicals. It also helps in catching cold and flu. Vitamin C also reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases and lower blood pressure.

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It supports weight loss

Studies have shown that polyphenol antioxidants found in lemons help in reducing weight gain and getting obese. The compounds also set negative effect on blood glucose levels and improve insulin resistance.

So when life gives you lemons make lemon juice and drink it up!

-PTC News