Overview

• Fujihira et al. found that lukewarm lemon water enhances gastric motility and nutrient absorption compared with cold water.
• Randomized trials demonstrate that daily intake of 85 ml of lemon juice increases urinary citrate and lowers calcium levels, helping prevent kidney stones.
• The combination of vitamin C, pectin and citric acidity promotes collagen production, shields skin from oxidative damage and curbs appetite to support weight control.
• Ginger additions boost antibacterial action and circulation, further strengthening immune defenses and easing cold symptoms.
• An Australian review debunked widespread detox claims, confirming that lemon water’s benefits rest on validated physiological effects rather than cleansing myths.