Not everyone can drink lemon water
In many families, lemon water is mixed daily to be convenient and help quench thirst. However, according to nutritionists, this drink is highly acidic and can cause strong reactions in some subjects.
Clinical nutritionist Dr. Matthew J. Brewer, Mayo Clinic for Global Health (USA), recommends: Lemon juice is not suitable for people with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). High acid levels can significantly increase heartburn and breast pain symptoms."
People with gastric ulcer, goiter inflammation or HP infections are also advised to limit it. Citric acid in lemons can directly irritate the mucous membranes, causing prolonged abdominal pain, nausea or discomfort.
In addition to the digestive tract, lemon water can also affect tooth enamel. The strong acidity causes enzyme erosion if used continuously or taken on an empty stomach. In many families, young children are given diluted lemon juice, but this still has the risk of causing tooth decay if used daily.
Cases that should be completely avoided
According to Dr. Sarah Willett, a nutritionist at King's College London (UK), some subjects should absolutely avoid lemon juice, even when the mixture is very thin.
People with calcium oxalate kidney stones should not use lemon juice regularly because lemon contains natural oxalate, which can increase the risk of crystallization. Ms. Willett said.
People who are taking blood pressure medications, diuretic drugs or anti-inflammatory drugs AdministrationIDs are also warned. The acid in lemons can affect the absorption of drugs or increase stomach irritation when combined with certain active ingredients.
Pregnant women who experience frequent vomiting are also advised by experts to avoid drinking lemon juice on an empty stomach, because it can cause more stomach cramps, making symptoms worse.
In the context of family life, the habit of drinking lemon water in the morning to "cleanse" may not be suitable for the elderly, people with frequent stomach pain or children with weak tooth enamel. Therefore, experts recommend consulting a doctor if you have underlying medical conditions or use lemon juice daily as a fixed habit.
