Lemon tea is tne form of black tea or green tea liquor blended with right quantity of lemon juice just before serving. As you add lemon juice the colour of tea liquor changes and this is especially pronounced when added to black tea. Lemon tea is generally harmless and can be consumed by anyone.
To prepare lemon tea, Ayushveda.com recommends boiling water and letting the tea steep for several minutes before adding lemon slices or lemon juice. Honey may also be added to taste, according to readanddigest.com.
Lemon is a Natural Diuretic
A natural diuretic, therefore helping the body to release toxins and helps detoxification and keeps the bloating away.
Clears Skin
Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is key to the production of collagen, a protein which aids in the growth of new cells and blood vessels to give skin its firmness and strength. Vitamin C also helps create scar tissue and ligaments, it helps our skin repair itself . The vitamin C contained in the lemon rejuvenates the skin from within our body and gives us a vibrant glow.
Immune Builder
One of the easiest, cheapest and most effective ways to boost the immune system high in antioxidants and vitamin C, drinking lemon juice or lemon tea regularly helps to fight of disease and illness. Lemons are also high in potassium, which stimulates brain and nerve function and control blood pressure.
Anti -inflammatory
Inflammation can cause many health problems. People with Asthma and other respiratory symptoms would all benefit hugely from drinking lemon tea/water.
Lemon Tea Benefits for Cold and Flu
Lemon Tea with added ginger helps you in reducing cold and flu symptoms. Consumption of lemon tea 3 to 4 times daily in winters not only gives relief from sore throat but also boost the immune system and warms you up.
Cleansing action and mental health
Lemon tea is a very strong cleansing agent and majority of the health benefits are surrounding its action on various body systems. Stress generates variety of blood toxins which are majorly responsible for disorders attributable to mental health. Lemon tea is known for cleansing of blood and helps you to remain active and healthy. Besides, it helps in cleansing body systems such as skin, digestive systems leaving us rejuvenated.
Cancer preventive
Lemon tea contains strong antioxidants and rich in vitamin C. A combination of these two strongly works on free radicals in neutralizing them. This is the main reason for believing that lemon tea reduces the risk of cancer in people who consume lemon tea regularly. Although there is no recorded evidence or research information, a likely hood of the benefit seems to be strongly possible.
Cardiovascular Benefits
Tea provides a degree of protection against the development and progression of cardiovascular diseases, according to an article in the February 2006 issue of "Molecular Nutrition & Food Research." There is evidence that the flavonoids found in tea reduce lipids, inflammation and the formation of blood clots in arteries, but there the results of clinical studies in humans have not been consistent. In spite of this, drinking tea is a considered a good way of combating cardiovascular disease.
Freshens Breath
Lemons can help clear bacteria in the mouth assisting with the health of our teeth as well as keeping our breath nice and fresh. The acid in the lemons can erode the enamel on the teeth though, so be sure to rinse with fresh after after your lemon drink.
Promotes Healing
If our immune system is strong we obviously heal more quickly and the vitamin C found in abundance in lemons, helps to heal wounds quickly and basically takes care of all the tissue in the body including bones and cartilages. Vitamin C also helps us recovery from stress and anxiety.
