Katies' College Diary

simplythinner: lemon water, why you should drink it 1. Boosts...

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 10:26:30 -0400

lemon water, why you should drink it

1. Boosts your immune system: Lemons are high in vitamin C, which is great for fighting colds. They’re high in potassium, which stimulates brain and nerve function. Potassium also helps control blood pressure.

2. Balances pH: Drink lemon water everyday and you’ll reduce your body’s overall acidity. Lemon is one of the most alkaline foods around. Yes, lemon has citric acid but it does not create acidity in the body once metabolized.

3. Helps with weight loss: Lemons are high in pectin fiber, which helps fight hunger cravings. It also has been shown that people who maintain a more alkaline diet (see #2) lose weight faster.

4. Aids digestion: Lemon juice helps flush out unwanted materials. It encourages the liver to produce bile which is an acid that required for digestion. Efficient digestion reduces heartburn and constipation.

5. Is a diuretic: Lemons increase the rate of urination in the body, which helps purify it. Toxins are, therefore, released at a faster rate which helps keep your urinary tract healthy.

6. Clears skin: The vitamin C component helps decrease wrinkles and blemishes. Lemon water purges toxins from the blood which helps keep skin clear as well. It can actually be applied directly to scars to help reduce their appearance.

7. Freshens breath: Not only this, but it can help relieve tooth pain and gingivitis. The citric acid can erode tooth enamel, so you should monitor this. I admit, I’m slightly worried about it.

8. Relieves respiratory problems: Warm lemon water helps get rid of chest infections and halt those pesky coughs. It’s thought to be helpful to people with asthma and allergies too.

9. Keeps you zen: Vitamin C is one of the first things depleted when you subject your mind and body to stress. As mentioned previously, lemons are chock full of vitamin C.
10. Helps kick the coffee habit: After I have a glass of hot lemon water, I actually don’t crave coffee in the morning. This is weird, I can’t explain it, but I’ll take it.

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Fri, 17 Aug 2012 10:20:01 -0400

chesleyshrinking: lights-glamour-sparkle: Summer 2011-Summer...

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 02:07:49 -0400

chesleyshrinking:

lights-glamour-sparkle:

Summer 2011-Summer 2012

For anyone trying to lose weight or get in shape…DON’T GIVE UP! You can do it :)

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Mon, 13 Aug 2012 01:20:40 -0400

cicconeyouthh: I WANT TO LIVE HERE FOREVER

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 01:20:21 -0400

cicconeyouthh:

I WANT TO LIVE HERE FOREVER

fuckyeahcooldormrooms: Mine & my roommate Katie’s dorm room...

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 08:15:38 -0400

fuckyeahcooldormrooms:

Mine & my roommate Katie’s dorm room at UGA! I’m an art major and she is a theatre major!

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thecollegeprepster: you could win this @jmclaughlinny duffle!...

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:37:55 -0400

thecollegeprepster:

you could win this @jmclaughlinny duffle! Details on College Prep! (Taken with Instagram)

catandteen: throw ya hands in the air if u a troo PLAYAAA

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:07:06 -0400

catandteen:

throw ya hands in the air if u a troo PLAYAAA

thechoicesthops: This is Morning Glory pool, located in...

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:06:20 -0400

thechoicesthops:

This is Morning Glory pool, located in Yellowstone National Park. It gets its beautiful colors from heat-thriving bacteria. Photo taken by Arun Yenumula.

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Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:05:33 -0400

thecollegeprepster: Tips for getting the BEST deal on...

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 10:55:22 -0400

thecollegeprepster:

Tips for getting the BEST deal on textbooks. Comparing prices across different platforms ensures that you’re paying the LEAST amount. You can compare Amazon, Half, Chegg, Course Smart, and Courserenter prices on College Prep!

fuckyeahcooldormrooms: DIY Jar Frames

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 22:00:31 -0400

fuckyeahcooldormrooms:

DIY Jar Frames

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