However, the effectiveness and implementation methods need to be specifically analyzed.
First of all, there is no clear evidence that lemon juice directly "burns" visceral fat miraculously. The essence of lemon juice is to support factors related to overall weight loss rather than having a specific effect on visceral fat.
In terms of mechanism, lemon juice is mainly water mixed with few calories and a small amount of vitamin C and antioxidants. A glass of lemon juice mixed from half a lemon usually only contains about 5-10 calories, too low compared to other sugary drinks, so when replacing those drinks with lemon juice, it can reduce the amount of calories consumed overall - an important factor for the body to start using stored fat as energy.
Lemon juice also helps increase daily water intake, thereby improving blood circulation and metabolic function because water plays an essential role in transporting nutrients and detoxifying cells.
Some studies show that drinking water before meals can help feel fuller and eat fewer calories, indirectly contributing to overall belly fat reduction.
Vitamin C in lemon also has an antioxidant role, supports immunity, and can help improve fat metabolism when combined with a balanced diet and exercise.
However, the way to drink lemon juice to support visceral fat reduction should be properly understood as using lemon juice as part of a healthy lifestyle.
That is to drink a glass of diluted lemon juice (half lemon) in the morning before meals to increase feelings of fullness and replace high-calorie drinks.
Drinking lemon water instead of sugary water during the day helps reduce total calorie intake.
Combined with a balanced diet, regular exercise and enough sleep - these factors really have a major impact on reducing visceral fat.
Lemon juice is not a "panacea" to reduce visceral fat, but it is a healthy, low-calorie drink and can support the overall weight loss process if used properly and combined with scientific health habits.
