Weight loss benefits of lemon
Consuming lemon water instead of commercial drinks (sweets, tea, flavored water, ...) combined with the application of a healthy lifestyle can promote the weight loss process. Ideally, you should drink lemon water without added sugar or any other sweetener.
Antioxidants and vitamin C in lemon can reduce oxidative stress, improve the health of all organs and systems in the body.
Weight loss benefits of flaxseed
Despite their small size, flaxseeds are an incredible source of nutrients, good for digestion and help control weight. This seed contains omega 3 fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory effects and are beneficial for the heart.
28% of flaxseed weight is dietary fiber, which helps control cholesterol and improve digestion. Because of its high fiber content, this type of seed is also very good for controlling appetite and maintaining a feeling of fullness for a long time.
Thanks to its antioxidant content, flaxseed helps cells function well and limits damage caused by oxidative stress. The enzymes in flaxseeds help the body break down fat and protein easily, preventing accumulation.
Flaxseeds also provide a large amount of mucus, which helps regulate blood sugar levels.
Recipes for lemon and flaxseed drinks
Ingredients: juice of 1 lemon, 2 tablespoons flaxseed and 4 cups water.
How to do:
Add flaxseeds when the water boils and reduce the heat then;
Cook for another 3 or 4 minutes, then remove from the heat, cover the pot and let cool;
When it is cool enough to drink, strain the water and add lemon juice;
You can enjoy it at room temperature or add a few ice cubes if you like.
Some notes
Lemon and flaxseed drinks can be part of your diet and increase your daily water intake. This will be a good choice to replace industrial products (sweets, tea, flavored water, ...) containing a lot of refined sugar and other harmful substances. But remember, lemon cannot help you lose weight overnight and the acidity of lemon does not burn fat.
Add lemon and flaxseed drinks to your diet combined with applying and maintaining a healthy lifestyle over time to stay healthy.
