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Lemon water on an empty stomach is said to boost metabolism and help with weight loss. What about the expert?
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A 2014 study named lemons the healthiest fruit in the world. In Ayurveda, lemon water with honey is used in the morning for detoxification. However, how effective lemon water is when it comes to losing weight, explained nutritionist Sophie Brünke from the specialized portal Fitbook.de.
Low in calories
People are used to drinking drinks that contain a lot of calories, and even if they don’t make them feel hungry, their caloric intake is automatically much higher.
In any case, the drinking regime is important, and a high fluid intake is also recommended when losing weight. It is lemon water that provides a low-calorie alternative.
According to the expert, switching from caloric drinks to water with a little lemon therefore helps to save energy and can be an important building block in the process of losing weight.
Do not expect an effect on weight
From this point of view, lemon water helps in losing weight in its own way, even if the same or pure water would have an even better effect in this case.
In addition, lemon water can gently contribute to the replenishment of vitamin C and some mineral substances, particularly noticeable in people who, for example, cannot tolerate fruit. And thus it can contribute to a better metabolism to a small extent.
According to the expert, drinking lemon water in the morning is not a bad idea.
“But you shouldn’t expect it to affect your weight,” emphasizes Sophie.
Watch out for tooth enamel
It is a well-known fact that acidic foods and drinks can contribute to tooth enamel damage. The problem is that it is not renewed, once it disappears, it is gone.
When you start your day with a glass of lemon water, postpone brushing your teeth by at least 30 minutes. Scrubbing enamel that has been softened by acid is not the best idea.
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