John Myers
Sauer makes fun: Who doesn’t know this saying? But is lemon water healthy? Many swear by a glass of the mixture in the morning. We will investigate the question for you.
How healthy is lemon water?
The fact that drinking lemon water is healthy has been haunted by many blogs and posts on the Internet for some time. The sour drink is not only supposed to have an effect on a cold but also have all sorts of other effects. It boosts metabolism, helps with weight loss and detoxification, promotes digestion, and improves the appearance of the skin. And anyway: It is a beauty and health elixir. It is important to separate truth and myth here. First of all, the nutrients in lemon water have to be analyzed. How Much Vitamin C Do Oranges & Lemons Provide? The EDEKA expert does not know as much as is often claimed. Assuming that one lemon provides about 50 ml of juice, you cover just a quarter of your daily requirement of the vitamin with this amount. So if you are looking for the most effective possible source of vitamin C, you are better served with other foods.
Lemon water really has these properties
Still, cold or warm lemon water can be healthy. First of all, it is a good thirst quencher that contains almost no calories. Attention, this does not apply to sugary and therefore high-energy lemonade! Especially in summer, lemon water helps to keep the fluid balance in balance – especially since it tastes so fresh. The drink can also have a positive effect on digestion: Lemon water promotes the production of gastric acid and thus relieves the feeling of fullness after large meals. However, it cannot be used as a metabolic turbo that melts the pounds. The situation is different with the effect on the skin: According to experts, a positive effect is possible here. Because vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for normal skin function and protects the cells from oxidative stress.
Healthy in moderation: lemon water and its alternatives
All in all, there is nothing wrong with a glass or two of lemon water, on the contrary: it definitely makes a contribution to health, even if it is not a miracle cure. However, you should not overdo it, because the acid can attack the enamel. Anyone who reaches for the drink all day is not doing their dental health any good. It is best to rinse your mouth thoroughly with water after drinking lemon water to protect the enamel. Another trick to avoiding this unwanted side effect is to use a straw. Other citrus fruits bring variety to the sour drinking pleasure: try freshly squeezed lime or orange juice. The expert will explain the difference between lime and lemon. On the other hand, if you are looking for a refreshing drink for the summer, we recommend our homemade lemon ice tea.
