Many sources claim that lemon water is beneficial for health and weight loss, but what does the research say?

Lemon juice is a popular home remedy, with online sources claiming it can help improve digestion, detoxify the body, or aid in weight loss.

What is lemonade?

Lemonade is simply lemon juice mixed with water.  The amount of lime juice in lemonade depends on personal preference. People can drink cold or hot. Some people also choose to add lemon zest, mint leaves, honey, turmeric or other ingredients. Lemon water has become a popular morning drink, with people using it as a refreshing drink due to claims that it can boost energy levels and metabolism.

Nutrition

Lemons are a rich source of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant. In fact, a single squeeze of lemon provides about 21% of a person’s Daily Value (DV). Like other citrus fruits, including oranges, grapefruits and lemons, lemons are rich in flavonoids. These are compounds that promote health and fight disease.

Benefits

Due to its high vitamin C content, flavonoid content and acidity, drinking lemon water may offer a number of health benefits. The following sections discuss this issue in more detail.

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