Benefits of Lemon

Lemons are best when bright yellow and thin-skinned. Famous as a refreshing drink bearing its name, lemon slices or wedges are often added to cold and hot tea for an extra punch of vitamin C. They make a great garnish for salads and can be squeezed over other raw fruits to add flavor while preventing them from turning brown.

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Health Benefits of Lemons

  1. The citric acid in lemons aids in digestion and helps to dissolve kidney stones.

  2. Lemons provide a lot of vitamin C, but the amount per serving is pretty impressive at 187% of the daily value, making it a super infection fighter.

  3. Vitamin C is needed to produce collagen, it may help relieve asthma symptoms.

  4. Lemons include ß-carotenes, beta-cryptoxanthin, zeaxanthin, lutein, and vitamin A, which promotes healthy mucus membranes, skin, and vision.

  5. Pairing foods that are high in vitamin C with foods that are iron-rich maximizes the body's ability to absorb iron.

  6. Warm lemon water serves as the perfect ‘good morning drink’, as it aids the digestive system and makes the process of eliminating the waste products from the body easier. It prevents the problem of constipation and diarrhea, by ensuring smooth bowel functions.

  7.  It balances to maintain the pH levels in the body.

  8. The potassium content in lemon helps nourish brain and nerve cells.