20 Reasons you should Drink Lemon Water in the Morning.

Adding lemon to water not only quenches thirst better than any other beverage, but it also nourishes our body with vitamins, minerals and trace elements which we absolutely need. Lemon with water can be considered the best natural energy booster. When we wake up in the morning, our bodily tissues are dehydrated and are in need of water to push out toxins and rejuvenate the cells. In other words, this homemade “lemonade” helps eliminate internal toxins, regulating proper kidney and digestive tract functions by forcing them to work as smoothly as possible.

20 Unbelievable Reasons To Start Your Day With Water and Lemon

1. Water with lemon provides the body with electrolytes which hydrate your body. As lemons contain good amount of electrolytes such as potassium, calcium and magnesium.
2. Water with lemon is good for the joints, reducing pain in the joints and muscles.
3. Warm water with lemon helps digestion as lemon contains citric acid. It interacts with other enzymes and acids which easily stimulate the secretion of gastric juice and digestion.
4. The liver produces more enzymes from water with lemon than from any other food.
5. Water with lemon cleanses the liver. Lemon juice stimulates the liver to release toxins.
6. Water with Lemon helps fight infections of the respiratory tract, sore throats and inflammation of the tonsils. This is due to the anti-inflammatory properties of lemon.
7. Warm water with lemon helps regulate natural bowel movement.
8. Water with lemon is indispensable for the normal work of metabolism. Since lemon is a powerful antioxidant, it protects the body from free radicals and strengthens the immune system.
9. Water with lemon aids in proper functioning of the nervous system (as lemon  has a high content of potassium). Depression and anxiety are often the result of low levels of potassium in the blood. The nervous system needs a sufficient amount of potassium to ensure sustainable signals to the heart.
10. Water with lemon cleanses blood, blood vessels and arteries.
11. Water with lemon can help lower blood pressure.  A daily intake of one lemon can reduce high blood pressure by 10%.
12. Water with lemon creates an alkalizing effect in the body. Even if you drink it immediately before a meal,  it can help your body maintain a higher level of pH. The higher the pH, the more your body is able to fight diseases.
13. Water with lemon is good for the skin. Vitamin C in lemon, improves our skin by rejuvenating the body.  Drinking water with lemon regularly (every morning) will improve the condition of your skin.
14. Water with lemon  helps to dilute uric acid, the built up of which leads to pain in the joints and gout.
15. Water with lemon is beneficial for pregnant women. Since lemons are loaded with Vitamin C, it acts as an adaptogen helping the body cope with viruses such as colds.  Furthermore, vitamin C helps the formation of bone tissue of the unborn baby. At the same time, due to the high content of potassium, a mixture of water with lemon helps forming cells of the brain and nervous system of the baby.
16. Water with lemon relieves heartburn. For this, mix a teaspoon of lemon juice in half a glass of water.
17. Water with lemon helps dissolve gallstones,  kidney stones, pancreatic stones, and calcium deposits.
18. Water with lemon helps with weight loss.  Lemons contain pectin fiber, which helps suppress hunger cravings. Studies have proven  people with a better alkaline diet have lost weight faster.
19. Water with lemon helps with tooth pain and gingivitis.
20. Water with lemon prevents cancer. This is due to the fact that lemons are a highly alkaline food. Multiple studies have found that cancer cannot thrive in an alkaline environment.   

I am so  starting my lemon water morning challenge. you should do same. 

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10 Essential Health Tips For Moms.

We've all read entries on how to lose weight, stay healthy, and live to the fullest, but few of those actually acknowledge how difficult this can be for moms. With both work and family at stake, not to mention the upkeep of the homestead, moms can be pressed for time to eat right and exercise. Because the health of your children's mother is at stake, it is important to make sure these things get done. With the busy mother in mind, we thought now would be a good time to share some tips and tricks that any mother can use to incorporate a healthy lifestyle below.

1. Use your computer – If you are reading this online, you have a powerful tool to help you in getting healthy things done. There are many sites online that can help you plan a meal, a workout, or just get motivated, as in the popular site Spark People. You can also use it to pay bills, remember birthdays, and other tasks that can free up time for healthy things.
2. Don't skip the doctor – While mothers are rigid about keeping doctor's appointments for their kids, they are tempted to be lax on themselves. The truth is that after women give birth, a whole new set of health challenges can arise. For this and other reasons, it is important to have your yearly visit with your doctor even if you feel fine.
3. Eat breakfast – Busy moms can take so much time making the kids breakfast that they forget to have it themselves. Although it can sound like a convenient way to skip calories, the damage done by starting your metabolism late can easily outdo any calories cut. Good breakfast choices include egg whites, fruit, yogurt, or a whole grain cereal.
4. Snack smart – This is one of those health tips that is a good choice for both you and the kids. Having healthy snacks on hand like fruits and vegetables, or plain popcorn and dried fruits if you can't get to the store on a regular basis for fresh produce, can add valuable nutrients to both you and your family's diet while cutting out harmful sugars and fat.
5. Lemonade – Does your family drink all their calories and sugar? Soda and juices may be the culprit. But for those who just can't make the switch to plain old water, there is an alternative. Making a giant pitcher of lemonade is not only a healthier choice, it is vastly cheaper.
6. Exercise – With all the duties of modern life, who has time to exercise? If part of your duties as a mom involves chasing the kids around, why not make it official? Playing a game like tag or other running game is not only fun, it is a great way to sneak in your 20 minutes of movement per day.
7. Gaming – Who knew video games could be good for you? If your child has a Nintendo Wii or X-box Kinnect, utilize it yourself. There are many dancing and exercising games that actually provide a good workout and can be played as a family.
8. Get your vision checked – As people age, it is not uncommon for their eyesight to deteriorate slowly. More than just for reading, bad eyesight can actually cause serious health problems such as chronic headaches. If you have headaches or trouble reading, have your vision checked. Many eyeglass stores offer them if you don't have the time or money to go to the doctor.
9. Me time – It may be a cliché, but it exists for a reason. Women who spend all their time being mothers and/or wives can forget how to be an individual, proving that midlife crises don't happen to just men. Taking the time to do something for yourself, especially out of the house like a book club or college course, can really pay off in both the short and long run.
10. Just do it – Dad is there for more than to just father the kids. He can also help you with a great way to relieve stress. In fact, the deed itself has been shown to burn calories, improve mood, and reduce worries.

Casey Roberts is a student and also writes for <a href=”http://radiologyassistant.org" >Radiology Assistant</a> which helps students find the right radiology degree.

How Lap Band Surgery Can Change Your Life.

Ruth and I has been friends  for a very long time, i met her in nursery and we became friends ever since. Ruth's Mum passed away in 2010 and she  became really depressed .  I stood by her and tried to talk her out of her depression. But she devised her own means of consoling herself. She started  eating a lot and she gained a lot of weight. In less than 6 months she went  from a dress size 16 to a dress size 24 . I could not believe my eyes. Her life was a living hell, her boyfriend left her. She developed heart problems and a type 2 diabetes and was on daily insulin shots. She was ridiculed and laughed at because of her size, she lost her confidence and she could not just carry on living any more. I encouraged her to lose weight and get her life back on track.
She tried different types of weight loss regimes , dieting, working -out  and all, but all proved abortive. She either losses a little and gains more  back in a couple of weeks or she dose not lose at all. It was just a dead end zone again, she was getting worried that she might end up being fat for the rest of her life.   Just as all hope was about to be  dashed, i told her about lap band surgery  . Lap band surgery is a surgery to help you lose weight.  It is aimed at limiting how much you can eat because it reduces your stomach's capacity and get full easily and stay full for long with little or no food.  It was the end of the nightmare she was having. She had the surgery and came from a  dress size 24 to a dress size 14. The best part is , she kept the weight off.

 Ruth got her confidence back. She stopped having insulin shots because the diabetes was gone [such a relief] . Her heart problems stopped . From being ridiculed and laughed at , every body wanted to hang out with her, she looks so good that you can,t walk past her without turning to have another look. Her former boss offered her old job, which she turned  down and got something even better. All thanks to lap band surgery.





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