Not Just For Colds - Lemons Aid In Digestion Too
Lemons are well known remedies for colds and flus because of its high Vitamin C content. Taking a lemon drop is helpful for soothing a sore throat. It is an excellent natural cough remedy. If you feel a bad throat coming, simply squeeze a lemon into a glass of water and drink it. For preventative purposes, you can also take a glass every day, first thing in the morning, before breakfast.
Lemons are also known to be helpful for cleansing of toxins. It is a key ingredient in The Master Cleanser or otherwise known as the lemonade diet, a fasting regime proposed by Stanley Burroughs.
Dr. Elson M. Haas, M.D. also said that “I consider lemons a cleanser, purifier, rejuvenator, and detoxifier, especially for the liver, as they help in fat metabolism. These functions come mainly from their astringent qualities, supported by high vitamin C and potassium levels.”
Lemon juice can also assist in cutting down on fat storage in your body, while aiding liver function. Hence, drinking fresh lemon juice with no sugar or sweetener added, can help in weight management.
It is often recommended that you drink plenty of water every day. If you consider plain water bland, you can always consider squeezing a lemon into it. Add cubes of ice for a refreshing drink!
