According to research by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), drinking lemon juice mixed with honey after breakfast helps stimulate the liver enzyme glutathione-S- Trananerase, one of the key enzymes involved in endogenous detoxification.
Lemon contains citric acid and vitamin C, two compounds that help the liver convert fat-soluble toxins into water-soluble form to easily excrete through bile or urine.
Whole honey provides natural polyphenols and flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory effects and reduce oxidative stress in liver cells.
A clinical trial published in the Journal of Functional Foods showed that the group of people who drank lemon honey water in the morning for 12 weeks had an average reduction of 15% of liver enzymes ALT and AST, a sign that liver cells were better protected than the control group.
When you drink lemon honey water after breakfast, the liver stimulates production and secretion of bile - an important digestive fluid that helps break down fat. The American Academy of Gials (AASLD) shows that increasing bile circulation not only improves digestion but also helps prevent fatty liver stagnation, a leading risk factor for fatty liver.
Vitamin C in lemon is one of the most powerful antioxidants, helping to regenerate glutathione - the "shield" that protects the liver.
Natural honey also contains enzymes such as catalase, peroxidase, which help reduce the inflammatory response in liver tissue.
Not only does lemon honey help stimulate digestion and maintain stable energy after breakfast.
Drinking a glass of warm lemon honey water helps increase the secretion of flavor, improve the absorption of nutrients and reduce the feeling of bloating and indigestion, especially after a rich or starchy breakfast.
The combination of natural glucose in honey and vitamin C helps maintain stable blood sugar levels, avoiding fatigue in the mid-morning.
Many participants said they felt light in their abs, alert and more focused when maintaining this habit every day.
Experts recommend drinking a glass of warm lemon honey water 15-20 minutes after breakfast, when the stomach begins to digest. Do not drink on an empty stomach because citric acid can cause mild irritation to the stomach.
Ideal recipe: 1⁄2 fresh lemon + 1 teaspoon pure honey + 200 ml warm water (40-45°C).
People with stomach disease or diabetes should reduce their lemon intake, use less honey or consult a doctor for appropriate adjustments.
