Lemon juice has long been considered a national drink of a healthy lifestyle. The sour, easy-to-mix, and cheap taste makes many people believe that the more you drink, the better. In fact, according to experts, the benefits of lemon juice only develop when drunk correctly, at the right time and in the right dosage.
Do not drink lemonade on an empty stomach
The most common mistake is drinking thick lemon juice immediately after waking up. Citric acid in lemon can irritate the stomach lining, increase acid secretion, easily cause diarrhea, heartburn, especially in people with a history of stomach inflammation or reflux.
Dr. Mark Hyman, a functional medicine doctor at Cleveland Clinic (USA), recommends: "Lemon juice can support digestion, but should be diluted and taken after snacking. Drinking when the stomach is empty is completely inappropriate for everyone.
The safest way is to mix half a lemon with 250 - 300 ml of warm water, drink it about 15 - 30 minutes after breakfast. Avoid using cold water because it can cause stomach spasms.
Do not mix too sour, do not drink continuously all day
Many people have a habit of making sour lemon juice and sipping it all day. This poses a risk of tooth enamel erosion, making teeth sensitive and prone to decay. In addition, drinking too much acid can also cause acid and alkali balance disorders in the oral cavity.
According to the American Dental Association, acidic drinks should be used for a short time and should not be prolonged. After drinking lemon juice, you should rinse your mouth with filtered water, wait at least 30 minutes to brush your teeth to avoid damaging tooth enamel.
Experts recommend drinking only 1 cup of lemon water per day, not considering this as a drink that completely replaces filtered water.
Not abused for detoxification purposes
Lemon juice is often advertised as a detox drink. However, the liver and kidneys are the main organs responsible for detoxifying, not lemon.
Dr. Sophie Medlin, a nutritionist at King's College London (UK), emphasized: "There is no scientific evidence that lemon juice detoxifies the body. Moderate drinking helps supplement vitamin C, but abuse can be more harmful than beneficial.
To drink beneficial lemon juice, you can add a few slices of ginger or a little honey, avoid adding too much sugar. Most importantly, lemon juice should only be a small part of a balanced diet, not a "panacea".
Drinking lemonade properly is sobriety, not blind faith. A healthy body always needs moderation.
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