Nothing can quench your thirst like a tall glass of water and adding a squirt of lemon juice to it not only makes it taste great but that little lemon holds a lot of big benefits for your body.   

Because it is rich in Vitamin C, lemon water helps protect the body against immune system deficiencies.  Lemon is also known to possess strong antibacterial properties. Consuming lemon water in the morning will make sure that your body stays free of infections. Lemon contains high amounts of pectin which can do wonders to your colon health. 

Another great benefit of drinking lemon water in the morning is that it aids in digestion.  Drinking lemon water first thing in the morning will flush out all the toxins from your system. Lemon is also known to purify your blood and helps keep your body free from many health disorders. 

Lemon is packed with anti-inflammatory properties that can cure a host of health issues. Drinking lemon water daily will help fight respiratory tract infections to a great extent. It can also help cure sore throats, and inflammation of tonsils. 

All you have to do is squeeze some lemon juice into warm water and soak up all its goodness on an empty stomach.