Lemon juice has long become a familiar drink for many families, especially on hot sunny days. Not only helps quench thirst, lemon is also rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, which are said to be beneficial for the skin, support calcium absorption and slow down the aging process. However, according to experts, not everyone is suitable for drinking lemon juice regularly.
People with stomach and reflux diseases need to be wary
Lemons contain high levels of citric acid. When entering the stomach, this acid can stimulate increased gastric juice secretion, worsening stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux. Common symptoms are heartburn, nausea, and epigastric pain.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. John Hunter, a digestive expert at Oxford University (UK), recommends: "People with a history of stomach ulcers or reflux should limit acidic drinks such as lemon juice, especially drinking on an empty stomach.
Diabetes patients should not drink lemon juice mixed with a lot of sugar
Despite its sour taste, lemon still contains a certain amount of natural sugar. When adding sugar to make it easier to drink, the sugar content in a glass of lemon juice may exceed the recommended level. This causes blood sugar to increase rapidly, forcing the pancreas to secrete more insulin.
According to Dr. David Jenkins, a nutritionist at the University of Toronto (Canada), famous for his glycemic index (GI): "Sugar-based drinks, including lemon juice, can cause blood sugar fluctuations if used regularly, especially dangerous for people with diabetes.
People with sensitive teeth are prone to numbness
Citric acid in lemon can corrode tooth enamel if exposed frequently. For people with sensitive teeth, drinking lemon juice can cause numbness and pain when eating hot or cold foods.
Dentists recommend drinking lemon juice with straws, avoid brushing teeth immediately after drinking, and rinsing your mouth with filtered water to reduce the effects of acid.
People with mouth ulcers should limit it.
Lemon juice can make the ulcers in the oral cavity painful and take longer to heal. The American Dental Association says that citrus fruits, if used in large quantities, can be triggers or worsen oral heat.
Lemon juice is still a beneficial drink if used correctly and for the right person. In the above cases, reducing intake, diluting or replacing it with other milder drinks will help protect health for a long time.
The information in the article is for reference only, not for medical diagnosis or treatment. You should talk directly with your doctor for accurate and appropriate advice to your health condition.
