(Food-Beverage-News.Com, December 09, 2015 ) We all love to drink lemon water because of its amazing health benefits. Its detoxification properties are known among the health lovers. It is mainly used in weight loss plans. We often drink lemon juice early morning to cleanse our digestive system and make our skin look better. Lemon juice is loaded with vitamin C, potassium and fiber that are essential for our body. However, this beverage may also cause side effects if you drink too much of it.
Below are some of the known side effects of drinking lemon juice:
1. Tooth erosion
Studies have shown that people who drink lemon juice have come up with sensitive tooth issues. It is because of the acidic property of lemon that can cause extensive contact of acid with your teeth. This in turn erodes the tooth enamel and makes your teeth sensitive. Only way to avid this by drinking lemon juice with a straw. Another side effect of drinking lemon juice is that it irritates the mucous membranes and cause canker sores.
2. Upset tummy
Upset tummy is one of the commonly seen side effects when drinking lemon juice. Drinking too much of lemon juice can upset your stomach as it ahs high acidity level. Its excess acidic levels can irritate the mucous membranes and lead to stomach ache and acid re flux or heartburn.
3. Heartburn
Drinking lemon juice can cause heartburn. Cutting back on acidic foods and drinks help to prevent and relieve the heartburn symptoms. So make sure to limit your consumption of lemon juice.
4. GERD
GERD symptoms are caused by the excessive intake of acidic foods. This is why it is said that lemon juice can trigger the GERD symptoms. The acidic properties of lemon can irritate the esophageal lining. So avoid drinking excess amount of lime juice.
5. Dehydration and frequent urination
Lemons have a high content of Vitamin C or absorbic acid. This nutrient is known for its diuretic properties. It increases the urge for urination and urine production in the kidneys. Thus it helps to eliminate the excess fluids and sodium from the body. If you start feeling dehydrated after drinking lemon juice, then consider cutting back the amount of lemon juice you add to your drink.
