lemon water and cinnamon honey water

ljcreekmore · January 2016

I have heard their are good benefits if you drink lemon water in the morning or drink cinnamon honey water in the morning and at night. Has anyone else tried either of these?

TaraTall · January 2016

I dirnk lemon water cause I like it. Not really for any other reason.

juggernaut1974 · January 2016

You may find you like the flavor(s), and it's of course important to get adequate hydration.

Any claims above and beyond that are just blowing smoke in your face.

janejellyroll · January 2016

If you like the taste, go for it. Make sure you log the calories.

What benefits have you been told they have other than basic hydration?

vivmom2014 · January 2016

Waaaay back in the day, my MIL drank hot lemon water every morning as directed by an outfit called Diet Center. It struck me as gimmicky then, still does. Unless, of course, you like the taste.

debrakgoogins · January 2016

If it helps you get your water in, go for it. It won't give any other significant health benefits.

There have been studies that say cinnamon assists your body with moderating blood sugar levels but it hasn't been endorsed by the ADA yet so I wouldn't put my money on it. Holistic providers will tout honey's inflammation fighting powers but those have been mostly unproven in actual medical tests. It is good for wound treatment and it can help with with sore throats. And...it's delicious.

MelaniaTrump · January 2016

I read that it can aid in digestion (breaking down of food). Same reason people take the bromelain pills.
I used to drink it at work to keep my breath in check.

ljcreekmore · January 2016

I have done some more reading. the lemon water can hurt the enamel on your teeth. honey does have some health benefits if you you get the right honey that came from the right bees that got the nector from the right trees or flowers. still might try the honey cinnamon drink as i like both.

juggernaut1974 · January 2016

ljcreekmore wrote: »

I have done some more reading. the lemon water can hurt the enamel on your teeth. honey does have some health benefits if you you get the right honey that came from the right bees that got the nector from the right trees or flowers. still might try the honey cinnamon drink as i like both.

What are you reading?

tulips_and_tea · January 2016

ljcreekmore wrote: »

I have done some more reading. the lemon water can hurt the enamel on your teeth. honey does have some health benefits if you you get the right honey that came from the right bees that got the nector from the right trees or flowers. still might try the honey cinnamon drink as i like both.

Anything acidic can harm the enamel on your teeth if you have too much or don't brush your teeth often.

I drink lemon or lime flavored water all the time simply for the flavor. I don't think it has any "magical" powers.

KANGOOJUMPS · January 2016

yep, its all good

motterotter · January 2016

Too much cinnamon is bad for you a little is ok but too much cause liver and kidney damage

janejellyroll · January 2016

motterotter wrote: »

Too much cinnamon is bad for you a little is ok but too much cause liver and kidney damage

WebMD says "very large doses" can be harmful for those with liver problems or diabetes. I don't think we need to limit ourselves to "a little."

ljcreekmore · January 2016

Juggernaut1974, I was reaading different comments and articles on the internet.

Mischievous_Rascal · January 2016

Lemon in your water can add electrolytes to your system, so it's better for you than rehydrating with sugary energy drinks, but for most of us plain water is all we need. Otherwise that and the rest are just flavourings.

amusedmonkey · January 2016

Abomination in my book. Water shouldn't taste like anything other than water or it wouldn't quench my thirst. If I wanted lemonade I'd make lemonade and drink it as such.

Just kidding. I personally find flavored water weird, but if you like it there is nothing wrong with drinking it. Nothing special about it other than that it tastes differently and you may enjoy the taste. Another note: honey introduces a significant amount of calories depending on the amount (60 something calories in a tablespoon), so if you are drinking honey water make sure to log the honey.