Just mixing lemon juice with water and drinking it... Amazing health benefits

Lemon water made by squeezing lemons into water. As the hot summer season, when vitamin and hydration deficiencies are common, approaches, more people are seeking refreshing lemon water over plain water. Webtoon artist Ki-an84 recently drew attention by mentioning on a variety show that he makes and drinks lemon water for vascular health. The American health media Eat This Not That introduced the health benefits and precautions of such lemon water.

Lemon water not only hydrates but also serves as an excellent source of vitamin C. The daily recommended intake of vitamin C for adults, as set by the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Korean Nutrition Society, is 100 mg. One lemon contains about 18 mg of vitamin C. While lemon water alone cannot meet the daily recommended amount of vitamin C, it is considered to be sufficiently helpful in providing nutritional support.

Lemon water also has the effect of reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension and stroke. This is because lemons contain pectin, which strengthens blood vessels. Citric acid, a type of organic acid that gives a sour taste, helps eliminate waste products accumulated in the body and stimulates appetite. According to research published in the International Journal of Preventive Medicine, subjects with hyperlipidemia who drank lemon water containing garlic for 8 weeks showed improved levels.

Lemon water is also good for reducing the risk of kidney stones. Citrus fruits like lemons contain a high amount of citric acid, which alkalizes the body. Citrates, the components of citric acid, make the urine less acidic and can break down small stones. One research team had individuals at high risk of kidney stones either drink lemon water or not. As a result, the group that drank lemon water showed a lower incidence of kidney stones.

However, lemons have a strong acidity with a pH of 2 to 3. Drinking it on an empty stomach can erode the stomach lining and cause heartburn. It is also not suitable for patients with reflux esophagitis. The citric acid contained in lemons also poses a significant risk of eroding tooth enamel. To prevent this, it is recommended to rinse your mouth after drinking the beverage. There is also a method of drinking lemon water through a straw.