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7 Reasons To Drink More Lemon Water

lemon waterPacked with nutrients including vitamins C and B, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium and fiber, it’s no surprise that drinking lemon water would offer a host of benefits. Of course, the fact that stars like Beyoncé have sung its praises doesn’t hurt either. So what sets lemon water apart from the rest of the world’s trendy libations? Check out seven benefits of drinking lemon water below.

Improves heart health

Lemons are an excellent source of potassium, which has been proven to boost heart health as well as brain and nerve function.

Aids in digestion

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Because lemon juice’s structure is similar to the digestive juices found in your stomach, it tricks the liver into producing bile, which loosen toxins and breaks down food, moving it through the body and gastrointestinal tract smoothly. In turn, relieving common symptoms associated with indigestion, such as gas, bloating, and heartburn. However, it’s important to note that while drinking a small amount of lemon juice has proven to be good for your stomach. Due to its acidic properties, too much can increase the severity of acid reflux.

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