1 week Ago By Lucy Marshall
A woman claims that drinking a simple hot drink before meals can significantly improve digestion – and she was amazed by the results. We all understand the importance of a healthy diet, but a lot of people in the US do not consume enough of the right foods, leading to digestive issues. Prioritising digestive health is crucial to avoid problems such as constipation, heartburn, and symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
One woman, Hillary, was astounded after discovering a straightforward method to aid her digestion and reduce bloating. She was puzzled by her mother-in-law's habit of drinking hot water with lemon with every meal – a method her relative had been using for years. @telloandrose took to Instagram to share: "I used to think my mother-in-law was crazy for drinking hot water at every meal but now I know why.
" Hillary, who lives in Missouri, continued: "I saw my brilliant mother-in-law drinking a cup of hot water in a hamburger restaurant. I was so intrigued as to why she drank it at every meal so I looked it up and couldn't believe all of the benefits." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hillary \ Tello and Rose (@telloandrose) Hillary decided to try the method for herself to see if it really offered any benefits.
She quickly saw her digestion improve, and said it was "the biggest thing I noticed when I started drinking [lemon water] consistently." She added: "My stomach was able to process the food much better." She also mentioned better nutrient absorption and less bloating.
She added: "Weight loss. The heat of the water creates a feeling of fullness so that you don't overeat." Sipping on lemon water before eating could bolster your digestion, thanks to the citric acid in lemon juice that amps up gastric acid secretion — a key player in breaking down your food.
Reacting to a popular video clip, someone shared their personal regimen: "I drink a cup of warm water in the morning (first thing when I wake up) and at night before I go to bed! It's magic for the body." Agreeing with the benefits, a paediatric gastroenterologist affirmed: "This is 100 percent correct." Another enthusiast of the method said: "I do this everyday and it's been a game changer," Meanwhile, a hot lemon water fan expressed: "Hot lemon water is my go-to drink too! It's the first thing I have every morning after I wake up.
" An additional testimony came from a person who said: "It helps with gas too! I felt like I was having a heart attack during my C-section and it was my husband who told me it was gas trapped, he made me piping hot tea several times a day until it went away." According to a 2021 study noted by Healthline, participants had either 300 millilitres (mL) of water or lemon water before meals for 4 weeks. After collecting stool samples before and after the experiment, results suggested that lemon water pre-meal can enhance the body's essential digestive processes.
Cleveland Clinic states: "You can drink lemon water anytime, but many people prefer the morning. It's a good way to hydrate your body right when you wake up. Plus, the lemon boosts your vitamin C intake before you start your day.
And as lemon may have health benefits for your digestive system (more on that in a moment), it's good to drink it on an empty stomach." Lemon water may not be a universal remedy for digestive problems, persistent bloating or abdominal discomfort should prompt a visit to the doctor..
