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Morning Lemon Flush
THIS SIMPLE beverage is best consumed immediately after waking up. It’s a great way to rehydrate after a long sleep, flush your system, jump-start your digestive system, and get you going for the day!
Why It’s Healthy
Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is highly cleansing and rejuvenating. Because lemon juice is similar in structure to our own body’s digestive juices, it can improve digestion. It may even help keep the bowels moving and prevent constipation. In Ayurvedic medicine, it is thought the sourness of lemons kick-starts your digestive system and assists with breaking down and absorbing nutrients from food. Lemon juice is also a good source of vitamin C, an increased intake of which may help prevent wrinkles and improve skin appearance.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Vinegar has long been used in the kitchen for various purposes. Raw, unpasteurized apple cider vinegar (ACV) is the most popular form of vinegar. Containing several healing properties, apple cider vinegar improves digestion, balances pH, enhances detoxification, reduces heartburn, aids in weight loss, and boosts energy.13, 14 ACV can kill various forms of bad bacteria and has been shown to lower blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. It is made by fermenting the sugar of crushed apples with yeast and turning it into alcohol. Good-for-you bacteria is added, and the solution then becomes “acetic acid.” In addition to acetic acid, ACV contains B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, probiotics, enzymes, and other nutrients.
Sea Salt
High-quality, unrefined sea salt is a rich source of minerals and provides many benefits to the body. Salt is a natural electrolyte source and helps balance fluids in the body. Without proper sodium levels, you risk dehydration and extreme thirst problems.
Note: you must use raw, unpasteurized apple cider vinegar to obtain the healing properties described.
Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 8 oz Filtered Water
- 1⁄2 Lemon, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp – 1 TBSP Apple Cider Vinegar (raw, unpasteurized)
- Pinch High-Quality Sea Salt
Directions
- FILL GLASS with water.
- ADD FRESHLY squeezed lemon juice, ACV, and sea salt. Stir and enjoy it!
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This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. All readers/viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Chad Walding nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program.
Comment ( 1 )
So glad my favorite morning drink is ok.