Lemon water is a simple, refreshing way to boost your vitamin C intake. It’s not only tasty but also a popular morning ritual for starting the day on a bright, fresh note.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Yakuzen philosophy, lemon is valued for more than just its tangy flavor. Beyond quenching your thirst, lemons have an uplifting, invigorating aroma that can help stimulate the smooth flow of Qi (vital energy), support healthy digestion, and gently lift your mood. The sour-sweet combination is believed to generate body fluids, helping to ease thirst and dryness, especially on hot days.

However, lemon can be irritating for those with gastric hyperacidity, reflux, or certain digestive sensitivities. If you have these conditions, it’s best to check with your healthcare provider before making lemon water a daily habit.

Whether enjoyed in a warm mug during cooler months or as a lightly chilled drink in summer, lemon water can be a simple yet powerful way to support hydration, digestion, and balance, a small ritual with big benefits.

Yakuzen Classifications
Nature – Neutral（平）
Channels – Spleen (脾), Stomach (胃)
Flavor – Sour (酸), Sweet (甘)

How do lemons help you?

1. Produce fluid and quench your thirst
2. Clear heat and relieve nausea and vomiting
3. Stimulate vital energy (Qi) flow and improve your digestion and absorption
4. Stress relief

Good for the following symptoms

1. Thirst
2. Dry cough
3. Poor appetite caused by the summer heat
4. Morning Sickness
5. Nausea
6. Vomiting
7. Indigestion
8. Summer fatigue

Cautions

It's very important to know about your body conditions before choosing foods.
Do not eat too much of particular foods at once.
Do not eat the foods you are allergic to.
There are foods to avoid if you are pregnant / have a disease. Ask your doctor before you start Yakuzen.