Nutritionist shares the ‘biggest risk’ of drinking tap and bottled water

She cautioned: “However, when the lemon water immediately enters your mouth before your body has broken down the citric acid, it can be very damaging to the teeth enamel.

“If you are having it in the morning (a very good health habit to get into), drink it with a straw to protect your teeth and don’t brush your teeth immediately afterwards.”

Health benefits of water

The Centres for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) says: “Getting enough water every day is important for your health.

“Drinking water can prevent dehydration, a condition that can cause unclear thinking, result in mood change, cause your body to overheat, and lead to constipation and kidney stones.”