Easy warm Lemon Water Recipe is a refreshing way to stay hydrated! There are so many benefits in learning how to make this healthy drink. It’s low calorie, contains no sugar, tastes amazing, and is good for you.
For more healthy ideas to start your day, check out this green smoothie, chia pudding and almond flour banana muffins.
I do not think drinking water with lemon is a cure for everything, but I still think this citrus water is pretty powerful. Just like learning how to make kombucha tea or eating borscht.
So, while I don’t think lemon water recipe is “a miracle pill”, there are definitely health benefits from drinking it in the morning.
Chances are you wouldn’t eat half a lemon on its own each day, so adding some to water is a great alternative. It’s just good for you and your immune system!
How do you make Lemon Water? How much lemon juice to put in water? Mix the juice of ½ lemon in about 16 oz. of water (or about 1 ½ Tablespoons lemon juice in 2 cups of water).
Lemons and Your Teeth
A reader brought to my attention that water with citrus (lemons, limes, grapefruits and apple cider water) can damage your teeth enamel with time. Dr. Sara Solomon addresses this in her article hot lemon water and enamel erosion.
If you are consuming a water with lemon daily, it’s best to dilute lemon juice in at least 8 oz. of water, drink it through a straw and rinse right after drinking.
Also avoid brushing teeth for 60 minutes, use a soft toothbrush, and avoid aggressive brushing.
To dilute your water with lemon, I would do 1/2 cup + 3 tbsp boiling water + rest cold water.
The recipe for lemon with water listed here is for consumption right away, it must be drank warm! That being said, serving water with lemon for a party or drinking citrus water throughout the day is a refreshing way to stay hydrated.
How to make lemon water that is infused is easy! Juice lemon and add to a pitcher with filtered water. Add variation of choice and let sit in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes. Serve cold and store in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
- Lemon ginger water: Add 1 tsp or more to taste of chopped fresh ginger to a your cup. Steep for about 2 minutes.
- Honey lemon water: Add 1 tbsp honey and stir until dissolved.
- Cucumber lemon water: Add a few slices of cucumber for a refreshing taste.
- Cayenne and lemon: Add a dash of cayenne.
- Lemon and herb: Add a few sprigs of rosemary and basil.
- Lemon, strawberry and mint: A few frozen strawberries and mint leaves.
- Other citrus plus lemon: Grapefruit, lime and orange slices.
How to Make Lemon Water
Water with lemon is simple to make, so why follow a recipe? Quite frankly, you can totally wing it! Following my tips though will ensure complete success for the perfect glass of warm lemon water detox.
All you need is ‘regular’ lemons and water. I like to choose organic lemons to avoid pesticides.
- Squeeze lemon juice into a glass. Both hand held lemon reamer and glass lemon juicer reamer work well. It’s a matter of personal preference. The only difference I have found is that the glass one catches the seeds.
- Add warm water. To make water warm, I mix boiling water with cold filtered water. Another option is to turn off kettle before water reaches boiling (you just have to wait by the kettle).
- Stir and enjoy: With a spoon and drink while warm.
The 4 Mistakes People Make with Drinking Lemon Water (and Juice)
FAQ
What is the ratio of lemon juice to water?
How much lemon juice in my water?
How much lemon to put in lemon water for weight loss?
Can I put 100% lemon juice in my water?
How much lemon water should I drink a day?
If you weigh less than 150 pounds and are in good health, squeeze half a fresh lemon (about one ounce) in 8 to 12 ounces of filtered water and drink it first thing in the morning for the best cleansing benefits. If this is too strong, dilute it to taste. If you weigh over 150 pounds, you could drink the same amount of lemon water twice a day.
How much lemon do I need to use in a glass of water?
There is no specific quantity of lemon that should be added to water. Unfortunately lemon water has not shown to have any benefits, however it hasn’t been shown to be harmful either. The more lemon you add, the more micronutrients you may consume; however this will be minimal either way.
How many lemons are in a cup of water?
One cup (8 ounces) of water with the juice of 1/2 lemon contains: The nutrition in lemon water depends on the amount of lemon juice used. Some people enjoy a small slice of lemon in their water, while others add the juice of one whole lemon, as well as additional ingredients, such as apple cider vinegar or honey.
How much lemon juice should a child drink a day?
In most cases, healthy children simply do not need it. However, if a child is having issues with constipation or has cold or flu symptoms, you could add fresh-squeezed lemon juice (1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon) to about 8 to 12 ounces of water, which the child could sip on throughout the day.