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Why I Drink Lemon Water For Weight Loss

Lemons are great for weight loss so if you’re looking for cheap and effective things to help you lose weight then I suggest that you stock up on lemons. I start my day with freshly squeezed lemon in hot water and it feels really good this time of the year to drink something warming that is also healthy. I also add lemon slices to my water bottle throughout the day and it helps me drink more water because it tastes so good.

The reason I drink lemon is several:

  • Lemon is alkalizing and aids in keeping my pH balance in control. Keeping the pH balance is important so that I stay healthy.
  • Lemons are also great for detoxification. Toxins are stored in the fat cells so I want to get rid of all the toxins so that I can lose weight.
  • Lemons are high in vitamin C, this will keep my immune system in shape as well as aid in weight loss.
  • Lemons keep the blood sugar steady by lowering the glycemic index of food. This will help controlling my hunger and help me lose weight.
  • Lemon juice can also lower the insulin response to carbohydrates. This will slow down the time the food takes to leave my stomach.
  • Lemons help my digestion.
  • Lemons are energizing.

I also like to squeeze lemon over fish or other food. It works great to add to a salad dressing. Check out my powerful salad dressing that definitely will keep vampires away as well as keep you healthy this winter.

So, do you use lemon regularly? If so, how do you use lemons?  If not, go out and get some. I love the fact that lemons help with my weight loss, digestion and immunity..Not to mention that lemons are pretty cheap right now..

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  • Tiffany says:

    Wow! I didn’t realize all of the amazing benefits from lemons. I have always preferred plain water, but lately I’ve been making myself very weak hot tea with lemon during the evenings. Maybe I’ll try lemon in my ice water again, since I’m more accustomed to it now in my tea.

    October 27, 2012 at 2:03 am
    • Johanna says:

      You should try the lemon water. It is really refreshing and energizing throughout the day.

      October 27, 2012 at 4:07 pm
  • clairejustineoxox says:

    Sounds great,i will have to get some to try thank you :) thanks also for linking up with us at welcome to the weekend hop …

    October 29, 2012 at 10:46 pm
  • Tracy says:

    Hi Jo, such great advice here. Will be back to check out more advice. I am always on diet and looking to change to a better lifestyle as opposed to constant “dieting”. So over that :)
    God bless
    Tracy

    October 30, 2012 at 7:09 am
    • Johanna says:

      Hi Tracy,
      Thanks.
      Good luck on changing to a better lifestyle.

      October 30, 2012 at 5:53 pm
  • Gail @http://biblelovenotes.com says:

    I have always loved lemons. I add lemon juice to my plain yogurt and add some stevia to sweeten. I also make fresh lemonade at least once a day. I squeeze lemons in iced tea, and I love anything lemon-flavored. Thanks for the list of reasons lemon juice is healthy.

    October 30, 2012 at 1:42 pm
    • Johanna says:

      Gail,
      That’s wonderful that you use so much lemons. Fresh lemonade sounds so yummy.

      October 30, 2012 at 5:54 pm
  • Lori Poppinga says:

    No wonder I’ve always loved lemon water…it’s good for me! Thanks for the info on why it’s good for me.
    Keep up the God work.

    October 30, 2012 at 1:51 pm
    • Johanna says:

      Thanks Lori!
      Yep, just keep drinking that lemon water.

      October 30, 2012 at 5:54 pm
  • Linda says:

    I drink warm lemon water every morning then through out the day I squeeze a little lemon in my water cup. Since I’ve been doing that I’ve seen a huge change in my skin and digestion.
    Glad I found your blog :)

    October 30, 2012 at 3:49 pm
    • Johanna says:

      Hi Linda,
      It’s great that you drink lemon water every morning. Lemons are so great for digestion and for the skin.

      October 30, 2012 at 5:56 pm
  • Stacy @ A Delightful Home says:

    I love lemon water but keep forgetting to drink it! It is so good and refreshing.

    October 31, 2012 at 5:59 am
    • Johanna says:

      Lemon water is so refreshing..I put it in my drinking bottle and it makes it easy to remember.

      October 31, 2012 at 3:15 pm
  • Sharon--Around the Table says:

    I don’t often remember to make lemon water, but am always glad when I do! Thanks for the reminder.

    I’m visiting through Living Well Wednesday. I’d love a visit back to my blog on family mealtimes! Thanks.

    November 1, 2012 at 10:11 pm
  • Johanna says:

    Hi Sharon,
    Thanks for visiting!
    I sure will visit your blog as well..

    November 1, 2012 at 10:33 pm
  • Crystal says:

    Congrats, Jo! You were my #1 most clicked link last week in The Mommy Club! I always love your post. Thanks and I will be giving you a pin on Pinterest.

    Check out your feature at http://www.crystalandcomp.com/2012/11/the-mommy-club-share-your-resources-and-solutions-69/# and I hope you share more of your wonderful post!

    Thanks, Crystal

    November 7, 2012 at 3:05 pm
    • Johanna says:

      Thanks Crystal!
      It’s great that this post was the number one clicked link last week!
      I will hop over to your hop and check out the other posts and link up..

      November 7, 2012 at 6:11 pm
  • melanie says:

    Wonderful post & Cute blog, I love it.
    -Melanie

    P.S. I’m doing a $50 Shabby Apple giveaway on my blog. You should check it out here: http://meandmr.com/post/35113285949/shabby-apple-50-giveaway

    November 9, 2012 at 4:23 pm
    • Johanna says:

      Thanks Melanie,
      I will check out your giveaway..

      November 9, 2012 at 4:26 pm
  • Simone says:

    I have a question. Does it have to be fresh lemons or does the lemon juice from Real Lemon ok?

    November 16, 2012 at 12:00 pm

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