Does lemon water break your fast?

The truth about lemon water and intermittent fasting Long story short - the answer to the question “Does lemon water break a fast?” is no, lemon water does not break a fast. Lemon water contains almost no calories and zero sugars, it doesn't raise insulin levels, which means it will not break your fast (1).

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Having a glass of water first thing in the morning is a healthy habit, it helps you activate the lymphatic system and tunes your body to work properly. But having just water can be quite boring and you can think of adding something into it, like lemon juice for example.

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What if you are practicing intermittent fasting and questioning yourself:

"Can you drink lemon water during a fast?"

“Does lemon water break a fast?”

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In this article, we explore these questions and give you the answer.

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The truth about lemon water and intermittent fasting

Long story short - the answer to the question “Does lemon water break a fast?” is no, lemon water does not break a fast. Lemon water contains almost no calories and zero sugars, it doesn’t raise insulin levels, which means it will not break your fast (1). So we can conclude that it is absolutely safe for fasting to drink lemon water.

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Let’s talk more about why it is a good idea for you to consume lemon water.

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General benefits of lemon juice

The juice of a lemon has many benefits mostly due to its Vitamin C content.

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Vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin that the human body cannot produce naturally. It's an essential part of a healthy diet and can provide many advantages to your body: It boosts the immune system by participating in the immune cells' development which “kill” viral and bacterial infections (2). Vitamin C is an antioxidant that fights against free radicals that decreases inflammation in your body. It improves digestion by providing extra acidity in the stomach, which helps to break down and absorb nutrients better and also stimulates bowel movements. It helps detoxify. The liver needs Vitamin C to work properly to remove waste from the body. This includes substances that are potentially harmful (3). It aids in weight loss. Drinking lemon water first thing in the morning will help you lose weight faster by oxidizing fat molecules more efficiently (for making energy) (4, 5). Lemon water compliments and increases the benefits of intermittent fasting, so make a habit to have a glass of water with some squeezed lemon or lime in it and enjoy the benefits.