A guide to implementing morning liquids into your routine for long-term, lasting health
The way we begin our morning sets the tone for the entire day. Fueling your body with nutrient-dense liquids is essential for starting your day out on a positive, energizing note. Not only does a consistent intake of healthy morning liquids properly nurture you for the day, but they also bring lifelong health benefits to the body and mind!
In this guide, I will share with you the three powerful morning liquids I consume daily on an empty stomach, how to prepare them at home, science-backed health benefits (hyperlinked), and the differences I have observed with my health.
LEMON WATER
Recipe:
16 oz. water
½ lemon
Benefits:
Better movement abilities, great for the cardiovascular and muscular systems
Stimulates healthy gut microbiome
Anti-aging
Purifying the blood
CELERY JUICE
Recipe:
1 large bunch of celery (16 oz.)
Juice at home with a juicer and drink plain for optimal effects
Benefits:
ULTRA hydrating, which can result in preventing infections, improving sleep quality, and protecting muscle tissue
Anti-inflammatory, which is linked to lower risk and symptoms of chronic illnesses and improves skin health
High in fiber (aka helps you go to the bathroom)
Boosts skin health; expels acne, eczema, psoriasis, etc.
*Pro tip: I recommend drinking this slowly, avoiding chugging it down, and spacing out your liquids with at least 10-15 minutes in between each beverage.
HERBAL TEA
Recipe:
Hot water
Herbal tea of choice (see list below)
Honey
Benefits:
Lowers risk of chronic diseases, such as cancers and cardiovascular disease
Relieves stress and anxiety
Favorite herbs:
Nettle leaf - hair protection/growth, anti-inflammatory, alleviates joint pain
Ginger - calms the stomach, aids digestion, soothes menstrual pain
Lemon balm - aids indigestion/bloating, mood booster, increases cognitive function
Spearmint - balances feminine hormones, strengthens and cleanses hair follicles, improves memory
Blue lotus - improves sexual performance, relieves anxiety, balances mental health
MY PERSONAL JOURNEY
I have always faced challenges regarding acne and hair loss since my early teens. I have been drinking celery juice every morning on an empty stomach since 2018 and have undoubtedly noticed a major difference in my skin. I took a break from this routine for a year during my junior year of high school and my junior year of college which resulted in break outs, increased hair thinning, and visible inflammation. See photos of skin history below.
FINAL THOUGHTS
While it can be daunting to alter or make an addition to your morning routine, I encourage you to take a chance on this holistic method and start slow. Adding one of these drinks at a time into your routine is optimal for habit stacking and minimizing too many bathroom breaks…If you know what I mean.
I would also like to include that the intake of these morning liquids will truly show major outcomes when eating as clean as possible, decreasing your intake of processed food, and increasing whole foods in your diet.
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Peer-Reviewed Sources
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/celery-juice-cleanse#benefits
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/287478165_Review_on_herbal_teas
Other Sources
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