Reset & Restore
The Power of Pure Lemon Water
Today marks day one of my 36-hour lemon water cleanse, and I’m already feeling that clarity that comes from simplifying and letting my body reset. Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do for ourselves is strip away the noise and return to basics.
Fresh organic lemons, clean filtered water, and intention—that’s it. I’m rotating through three simple variations: pine needle tea with lemon (hello, vitamin C boost), straight lemon water (one whole lemon per 8oz glass), and my ginger-lemon blend (1 tablespoon fresh ginger, half a lemon, 8oz water). Each sip feels like medicine.
The beauty of lemon water isn’t just the alkalizing effect or the digestive support—it’s the ritual of choosing yourself. Of saying “my body deserves this reset.” I love adding fresh herbs from the garden too: peppermint, spearmint, lavender, or rosemary transform each glass into something special.
This is a personal choice, a seasonal cleanse I turn to when I need to recalibrate. Thirty-six hours of giving my immune system space to breathe, my digestion a break, my mind some stillness.
What’s your go-to reset ritual? Drop your favorite wellness practice below—I’d love to hear what works for you.
Cari Ann Carter is a multi-faceted entrepreneur whose passion for sustainable living and design has flourished across several successful ventures. As the creative force behind DIY Designer Homestead, she has cultivated an expanding Instagram following through her authentic home design content, organic gardening expertise, and signature floral arrangements. Her professional foundation rests on the Cari Ann Carter Group, a respected real estate company with 26 years of experience offering comprehensive design, build, and renovation services, as well as property staging and curated home events.
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