Anti Inflammatory Lemon Water
Starting your morning with a glass of fresh lemon water is one of the simplest habits you can build around an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. Lemon juice brings a bright, citrusy punch along with vitamin C, which plays a role in supporting the body's natural defenses against oxidative stress. A drizzle of honey adds just enough gentle sweetness to take the edge off the tartness, while fresh mint leaves make the whole thing feel like something you'd order at a spa. The recipe comes together in under a minute with nothing more than a citrus juicer and a glass, so there's really no excuse not to make it part of your daily routine. It's refreshing served cold on a warm morning or at room temperature if you prefer something a little easier on the stomach first thing. Clean, whole ingredients with no additives or preservatives — just real food doing what real food does best.
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1 serving
- 8 oz cold or room-temperature water
- ½ lemon, juiced (about 1 ½ tbsp fresh lemon juice)
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Can be omittedhoney
- 2–3 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Juice the lemon half using a citrus juicer, yielding about 1 1/2 tbsp of fresh juice.
- 2
Pour the water into a glass, add the lemon juice, and stir to combine. Stir in the honey, if using, until dissolved. Add the mint leaves, if using.