honey and lemon
4 Big Reasons Why Honey and Lemon is An All-Time Favorite Concoction
1. Getting Rid of Fat Deposits
Going on a honey and lemon diet can help relieve you of your weight problem. Obesity is the physical condition of the body when excessive deposition of fat takes place in the tissues, putting a strain on the heart, kidneys, liver and the joints such as the hips, knees and ankles and thus, overweight people are susceptible to several diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, liver and gall bladder disorders.
2. Lowering Cholesterol
Honey is an excellent natural home remedy to lose weight and lowering of cholesterol levels. It mobilizes the extra deposited fat in the body allowing it to be utilized as energy for normal functions and purifying the blood as a result. Fasting on honey and lemon-juice, an alkaline food, is highly beneficial in the treatment of obesity without the loss of energy and appetite.
3. Great for Cleansing and Digestion (Warm is Best)
Can I Drink it Cold? Some people said they could stomach only ice water and asked if they could prepare an icy cold honey and lemon (or cider vinegar) drink instead of the suggested warm concoction.
Many of us have probably come across arguments that cold water helps in losing weight because it forces our body to raise its temperature and burn calories as a result. It is not known how significantly it helps in burning calories, but contrary to this theory, many cultures (especially Ayurveda system and Traditional Chinese Medicine) advise against the excessive consumption of cold water as it affects the digestive acids in the stomach and believe that warm water aids in digestion. A glass of cold lemonade definitely does help to beat the heat and quench thirst on a hot day and bring much refreshment after an intense grueling workout.
If you are watching your weight, in the morning before breakfast especially, warm water helps in cleansing the system, kick-starts our metabolism for efficient fat burning, and hence overall supports weight loss. Poor digestion of food can cause a build-up of toxins and undigested proteins in the intestine. The toxins can accumulate fat cells and lead to immune and inflammatory responses which are all linked to weight gain.
For this natural cure, mix one teaspoon of raw honey (unheated) with the juice of two teaspoons of lime or lemon juice in a glass of warm water (not boiling hot water!). Take this remedy as a wake-up drink once in the morning on an empty stomach. Also commonly taken after a big and oily meal, this simple delicious tonic is an effective digestive and detox tonic. And of course, in every successful weight loss program, do bear in mind that principles such as forming healthy eating habits and diets, and keeping to a regular exercise regime over the long run are extremely important as well.
4. Effective Cough and Cold Remedy
If you feel like you are coming down with a cold, drink plenty of fluids, stay hydrated and make yourself a warm cup of honey and lemon to ease the symptoms.
More and more research studies are turning up evidence that a mixture of honey and lemon is more effective than Dextromethorphan or other over the counter drugs for cough, cold and upper respiratory tract infections. A leading body of doctors in the United Kingdom, the Royal College of General Practitioners even made news in mid Oct 2014 by declaring that cough medicines were a waste of money, and that it was better off making your own cough mixture with honey and lemon at home. So, one more reason to keep a jar of this golden syrup in your kitchen or medicine cabinet at all times!
Honey and Vinegar Concoction
This anti-aging elixir has been recognised as a powerful cleansing and detoxifying agent that effectively facilitates weight loss and cures many ailments such as arthritis, eczema, and high cholesterol. Read: Apple Cider Vinegar and Honey Remedy.
Diet Fruit Cocktail
Directions:
Wash and cut up a combination of apples, pineapple, banana, peaches, orange, carrots or guavas. Process and blend the fruit together with one tablespoon of lemon juice and two tablespoons of honey. Drink immediately. Add ice cubes or crushed ice. Do not store as vitamin C is easily destroyed by exposure to light and air. This is a refreshing healthy drink full of antioxidants for the young and old alike.
Eat honey and Sleep to Lose Weight!
The Hibernation Diet might sound crazy to you. But judge it after you read and learn how the theory works. All in: Discover the Incredible Use of Honey in Hibernation Diet.