The benefits and cautions of lemon water?
By Hope
@1hopefulman (45123)
Canada
August 25, 2016 4:03pm CST
Some drink lemon or/and lime every morning mixed with hot, cold or room temperature water on an empty stomach first thing each morning and other times during the day. Do you? What are the benefits and cautions of drinking lemon water? Do you drink lemon water? What has been your experience?
Among some of the possible benefits:
* Detoxifier
* Energizer
* Aid to digestion
* Healthier skin
Among the cautions:
* May harm the teeth so might be better to drink with straw so minimize contact with teeth
What is you experience?
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
25 Aug 16
I have started using lemon water and lime water an have 1/2 to 1 lemon a day. 
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@supercalifredge (606)
• United States
28 Aug 16
@vandana7 I've never heard of that- that's interesting.
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@salonga (27775)
• Philippines
28 Aug 16
@1hopefulman You are right, they have almost the same health benefits although limes have stronger flavor.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
28 Aug 16
No problems! Both lemons and limes are good and closely related.
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@Iam_jauntyjen (4951)
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28 Aug 16
Lime is also a good deodorant.I squeeze a lime and put the juice in my underarm after taking a bath.
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@buenavida (9985)
• Sweden
25 Aug 16
Many may think that lemon is acidic, and I was surprised to learn that it actually is supposed to be alkaline. That is what I found, but anyone can test and see if it is true. 
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@buenavida (9985)
• Sweden
25 Aug 16
@1hopefulman I've done it now and then, especially if I find organic lemons, and they are not too expensive. Have to start drinking it again. 
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
25 Aug 16
Apparently it is acidic in the mouth but alkaline in the body. Do you use lemon water?
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@Iam_jauntyjen (4951)
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28 Aug 16
@MKAlubs yes that's true. You have to drink it right away with empty stomach.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
28 Aug 16
Some say that the acid in the lemon damages the enamel. I found quite a few that have pointed this out. I actually found that my teeth hurt after drinking lemon water and by using a straw it was much better.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
28 Aug 16
I've heard that it is even better with hot water as it activates the nutrients but not too hot.
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@JustBhem (70555)
• Davao, Philippines
28 Aug 16
@1hopefulman
Yes it is. I use hot water.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
28 Aug 16
Glad that you are having an improvement in your digestion, just as many others have experienced.
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@MKAlubs (455)
• United States
25 Aug 16
For the last 6 years I have been drinking lemon water (around 3 glasses) every morning before consuming anything else. I now swear by it. I have experienced a very significant undeniable increase in my overall health. I can't imagine going back to any other early morning routine.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
25 Aug 16
Wow!!! Please tell me more? How do you drink it? How much lemon do you use? Any problems with your teeth?
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
28 Aug 16
@MKAlubs Thanks for sharing all the details. I'm glad you are still able to get quality water from somewhere else. Nice to hear that your good attitude and lemon water improved your health. You seem to be so health conscious that I am surprised that you still smoke.
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@Iam_jauntyjen (4951)
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28 Aug 16
@MKAlubs lenon is quite expensive here at my end.Can i use lime in place of lemon?
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@cacay1 (83223)
• Cagayan De Oro, Philippines
29 Aug 16
@1hopefulman Yeah and you will surely be notified hehehe.
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@rina110383 (24495)
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25 Aug 16
Haven't tried that though I see a lot of people drinking lemon water. I love drinking lemonade. I might try lemon water as well.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
29 Aug 16
When you do, please share your experience!
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@supercalifredge (606)
• United States
26 Aug 16
I think it makes my water taste like watered down lemonade, but it does have some really good health benefits.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
28 Aug 16
I'm not crazy about the taste either but am trying it for the health benefits to see if I notice anything. What do you think about using an orange?
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
29 Aug 16
@supercalifredge So true! I think I'll just eat the orange. It doesn't need any water.
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@supercalifredge (606)
• United States
28 Aug 16
@1hopefulman I don't think I'd like that either, since it just tastes like watered down juice to me. I could always try it though! Have you ever tried an orange?
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@amandajay (23264)
• New Zealand
29 Aug 16
lemon used for weight loss as well....
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
29 Aug 16
Yes, I've found many testimonies about lemon-water helping them with weight loss. At this time I can't say much about it personally as I just started a week ago. I found that limes are more reasonably priced and so I will alternate between the two for a while. It does help me drink more water.
@succeednow (1633)
• Singapore
6 Sep 16
@1hopefulman I've also read about the benefits of drinking lemon water. I tried it for a while but gave up as lemons are getting more and more expensive here.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
6 Sep 16
Yes, even here they are becoming more and more expensive.
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@toniganzon (72285)
• Philippines
26 Aug 16
I do, I do and I've been doing it for a long time. I have allergic rhinitis, but I noticed from the time I've been drinking lemon infused water, I don't seem to get them anymore. I also noticed that I have better digestion and I go to the toilet regularly. I get constipated when I don't drink my lemon water.
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@cahaya1983 (11121)
• Malaysia
3 Sep 16
Saw a post that went viral some time ago about the benefits of lemom water for weight loss, but never looked much into it. I only put lemon in my tea.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
3 Sep 16
I guess there is nothing harmful about trying it out to see if it works. I loved lemon on fish or in a salad.
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@asfarasiknow (3341)
• Bournemouth, England
2 Sep 16
I have never really thought about the benefits apart from the fact that it doesn't have all that added sugar you get in soft drinks. To me the lemon or lime just makes the water more refreshing.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
2 Sep 16
I think I agree with you. A little squirt of lemon changes the flavor of the water. I have tried it for about 10 days now (using 1/2 lemon or 1 lime) and I have stopped as I find that my teeth are sensitive and have not seen or felt any special benefits. Right now I am taking a break for a few days to see what happens.
From my logic, since the lemon is too acidic to eat by itself, it is not for human consumption. Unless they get sweeter, oranges are better.
@Iam_jauntyjen (4951)
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29 Aug 16
@1hopefulman when you have a baby and you do not have a nanny,the only time for yourself is when you eat and answer the call of nature
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@plantnerd (8)
• United States
3 Sep 16
Yes!!! Absolutely! Lemon and lime are very alkalizing fruits (despite their acidic taste) to include in our diet. I certainly recommend using a straw, as the acids present can wreak havoc on your tooth enamel. I enjoy lemon water in the morning. It definitely helps me to feel energized. :) God bless.
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
4 Sep 16
Welcome to MyLot! Thanks for sharing your encouraging testimonial. Good health!
