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Number 1
It balances pH--Lemon is an acidic food, but once metabolized, it becomes alkaline. I work very hard at keeping my body alkaline. Why?
To put it most simply, alkalies help keep the oxygen in our blood at a safe pH level, and this helps our body heal itself, assimilate nutrients and fight off unwanted sickness.
I have read of many people who have fought their cancer nutritionally by focusing on the body's pH levels. Kris Carr, of Crazy Sexy Cancer has halted tumors growing in her liver for over 7 years by focusing on nutrition, including alkalizing foods. I think that is crazy cool. Even a little crazy sexy cool!!
Number 2
It keeps skin clear and glowing! I have noticed this. Hydration from drinking lemon water is great for moisturizing our skin from the inside out. Lemon also contains lots of Vitamin C, which helps with wrinkles and blemishes.
Number 3
It kick starts the digestive system--a big glass of lemon water is a great way to start the day. It encourages the liver to produce bile which in turn aids in digestion. It increases urination which helps purify it. It also helps with heartburn and constipation.
Number 4
It helps with weight loss--I have read that keeping the body in an alkaline state helps people lose weight faster. Lemons are high in fiber pectin, which helps keep one full, longer. They also have a diuretic effect, which helps with water weight gain.
Number 5
It helps control the coffee habit--I will drink coffee sometimes, but only if I have had my entire glass of lemon water. Many days I feel like the lemon water wakes me up more than coffee does...
...which brings me to bonus Number 6:
It helps kick the pop habit--I have found that adding lemon to sparkling water and adding a whole lot of ice satisfies any soda craving I might have. I gave up soda pop the minute I was diagnosed a year ago, and I really don't miss it. I don't think I could stand the sweetness of it now, but I DO miss the fizz, so my "Lemon Spritzer"--lemon +sparkling water+ice--is the perfect solution!
My mom gave me this antique lemon press. I just love it. I think it is cute so it stays out on my counter top, on display, which is perfect since it is used every morning.
I use 1/2 lemon, add ice to a 24 ounce mason jar, and add water to the top.
So easy fun and easy to use!
I save the second half for a refreshing "Lemon Spritzer" (see #6) later in the day.
When I pour freshly squeezed lemon juice over ice, I get the same feeling one might get when popping the top of their pop can and fizz leaks out, Ahhh.... or maybe the same feeling of the champagne cork popping? Ok..maybe not THAT good...
My lemon press is super easy to clean. I just the remove the metal and rinse.
*Tip..use a straw to keep the acidic lemon off your teeth. (Remember, it is acidic until digested, then it turns alkaline)
I am not sure where you can get a press exactly like mine. Like I said, my mom bought it for me, I think from an antique shop or maybe even a thrift store?
Here are a couple lemon presses on Amazon.
Use my link and I will get a small percentage! If you do, Thank you.
Thanks to your comments below, I am now saving my pennies for these beauties!
These glass straws are strong, durable, and GORGEOUS.
They offer several sizes, I love that the 12mm will make my daily green smoothie sipping much easier!
The also offer bead free, if you prefer plain glass.
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~have you heard of the importance of pH levels in the body?
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