Boost your immune system, detox, and burn fat with my whole lemon drink!
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Whole Lemon Drink
Refresh with this whole lemon drink, bursting with zesty flavor and health benefits. Perfect for detoxing, boosting immunity, and fat loss!
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 whole lemon (peeled and seeds removed)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 cup warm water
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger root
- 2–3 soft dates
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Peel the lemon and remove the seeds.
- Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend for 2-3 minutes, or until smooth.
- Pour the drink into a cup and drink immediately!
Notes
*Scroll past the recipe to find recipe tips and the benefits of this drink!
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 209
- Sugar: 34.9g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 46.4g
- Fiber: 6.5g
- Protein: 3g
The Benefits of Drinking This Whole Lemon Drink
- Energizing: The natural sugars in honey and dates provide a quick energy boost, making it a great way to start the day or recharge in the afternoon.
- Flavorful: With ingredients like fresh lemon, ginger, and cinnamon, this drink is packed with vibrant and refreshing flavors, offering a delicious alternative to plain water or commercial beverages.
- Hydrating: The base of warm water helps to keep you hydrated, while the flavorful additions make it more enjoyable to drink.
- Fat Burning: This drink boosts the metabolism, making it ideal for those who are looking at losing a bit of weight.
- Detoxing: The cocktail of ingredients each contribute to their own detoxifying properties. This drink is as cleansing as it is delicious!
- Immune Boosting: The drink contains high level of vitamin C and other properties which help boost the immune system.
If you try this lemon detox drink and enjoy it, I recommend that you also try my green tea detox drink and my homemade colon cleanse drink.
Recipe Variations
I have been making this drink for several years now, and have experimented numerous times.
Below I will leave some variations of this lemon drink that you could try:
No Blending:
- Juice the lemon, and finely dice the ginger.
- You won’t be able to use any dates.
- Simply stir all the ingredients together and enjoy!
Use The Skin:
- Instead of peeling the lemon, keep the skin on, but slice in in half and remove any seeds you can see.
- If using the skin-on method, I highly recommend that you use organic lemons and wash them thoroughly.
Vegan Variation:
- Swap the honey for agave or maple syrup.
When To Drink This Whole Lemon Smoothie
There is no perfect time to drink this. I personally love to drink it in the morning, but this is a personal preference.
But, your options are:
- First Thing in the Morning: Drinking this lemon-infused beverage on an empty stomach can help to wake up the digestive system and hydrate the body after a night’s rest.
- Before Meals: Consuming it before meals may aid in digestion, boost metabolism, and help manage hunger.
- Post-Workout: After exercise, this drink can help replenish lost fluids and provide a quick energy boost from the natural sugars in honey and dates.
- During an Afternoon Slump: Instead of reaching for caffeine or a snack, this drink can serve as a refreshing pick-me-up to revitalize your energy levels in the afternoon.