What Are the Benefits of Lemon Water with Cayenne & Ginger?
Lemon, cayenne and ginger have been prized for thousands of years for their pungent flavors and medicinal benefits. Taken together as a drink, the combination is tasty and packs a nutritional punch.
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Lemon
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In addition to its high Vitamin C and potassium content, lemon juice is an antioxidant and antimicrobial, and it may even have cancer-fighting properties.
Cayenne
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Capsaicin, which gives cayenne its heat and spicy flavor, is also effective against pain. It has been used in Asian medicine to relieve circulatory and digestive problems and to increase appetite.
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Ginger
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Ginger is effective against nausea, diarrhea, stomachaches and joint and muscle pain according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine.
Water
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Every part of your body requires water to function. Requirements vary, but the Mayo Clinic recommends a minimum of eight 8-ounce glasses of fluid per day.
Alternatives
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A cool glass of lemon water with cayenne and ginger can hit the spot in the summer. In winter or if you have a cold, consider tea made with the same ingredients.
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References
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