Lemon Water is a simple and surprisingly healthy internal cleanser to kickstart your day with. Packed with antioxidants and other health benefits, a glass of water with the juice of half a lemon revitalises the body and mind.

5 Good Reasons to Drink Lemon Water

• Relieve digestive problems – Fresh lemon water can help relieve or prevent digestive problems like bloating, heartburn and stimulate better digestion in general.
• Reduce bad breath –  The high antioxidant and antibiotic in lemons may also help reduce bad breath or body odour over time. 
• Soothe Throat Infection – The antibacterial properties of lemon may help in soothing a throat infection. If you have a sore throat you could make a warm lemon drink to sip every couple of hours. 
• Powerful Cleansing Effects – Lemons have a powerful cleansing effect on liver, kidneys and blood. 
• Good Source of Vitamin C – Lemon water contains good source of folate and minerals like potassium, calcium and magnesium. Drink it daily to obtain your essential source of Vitamin C.

DIY – Cucumber + Lemon + Mint Water

Why lemon, mint and cucumber?

• Lemon: Lemon makes a powerful detox drink and also aids in digestion and boosts your immune system.
• Mint: Mint adds a touch of sweetness without the sugar and aids in digestion.
• Cucumber: Excellent rehydration and contains anti-inflammatory properties.

Ingredients

– 12 cups of water– 1 medium organic cucumber– 2 to 3 small organic lemons– 10 to 12 organic mint leaves

Directions

1. Wash lemons and cucumbers; slice thinly2. Add lemons, cucumber, and mint into a pitcher. 3. Fill pitcher with water and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve chilled.<<Photo Credit: gofitgals.wordpress.com>>