Want to kick start your morning?  Consider drinking a glass of warm lemon water first thing in the morning.  (Have it before you drink coffee, tea, or juice.)  Not only are you getting a headstart on your water intake, which is very important, but there are other health benefits as well.

• You are giving your guts a boost first thing in the morning by stimulating gastric acids to wake up and get to work.  This can help rid your body of toxins, which can help keep you healthy and improve your skin.
• The added vitamin C may help boost your immune system.
• Vitamin C is also important for collagen formation, which again means healthier looking skin.

Who doesn’t want healthier looking skin and a better functioning immune system?

Tip- If you have a Keurig put it to work!  I add 2 slices of lemon and 2 drops of lemon essential oil to my mug.  I then fill it about halfway with hot water from the Keurig and then top it off with a bit of cold water.  I drink it with a straw to help protect the enamel on my teeth from the acidic lemon juice.

Why lemon essential oil?

Lemon essential oil comes from the rind of lemons and offers different benefits than the lemon slices.  In addition to helping with digestion and being good for the skin, lemon essential oil also helps with clarity of thought and may improve memory.  Some people find that it promotes a sense of well-being as well.  Lemon oil is very inexpensive so why not invest in some and give it a try?  An added bonus, one bottle will last FOREVER so you will have it on hand when you don’t have fresh lemon slices.

Cheers to a good start to your morning!