"Drinking a glass of lemon water equates to "morning ritual" for lots of people. A glass before breakfast, before coffee, before anything touches their stomach, is a familiar routine for many. The wellness crowd swears by it, flooding social media with promises that this simple habit jumpstarts digestion, fortifies immunity through a powerful vitamin C punch, supports the body's detox mechanisms, and essentially revs up your metabolic function from the moment you wake up."
"Speaking to Vogue, Kylie Bensley, MS, RD, and registered dietitian, explained that, for some people, drinking lemon water on an empty stomach may not be as harmless as it seems on the surface. In fact, according to Bensley, it can actually be counterproductive for people with digestive problems due to the aggressive acidity in fresh lemon juice. As a result, if you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease or chronic heartburn, a shot of citric acid first thing in the morning can bring about digestive chaos."
Many people drink lemon water in the morning for perceived benefits such as jumpstarting digestion, boosting immunity with vitamin C, supporting detox pathways, and stimulating metabolism. Fresh lemon juice is strongly acidic and can worsen symptoms for people with digestive disorders, including gastroesophageal reflux disease and chronic heartburn. High citric acid intake may also irritate the bladder and trigger urinary issues. Simple adjustments can reduce harm: consume lemon water after eating to buffer acidity, modify timing, and use gentler preparation and consumption methods to maintain potential benefits while minimizing gastrointestinal and urinary irritation.
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