A lemon a day keeps the doctor away.
25 Health Benefits of Lemons
1. Lemon, being a citrus fruit, fights against infection. It helps in the production of WBC's and antibodies in the blood, which attack the invading microorganism and prevent infection.
2. Lemon is an antioxidant that deactivates free radicals, preventing many dangerous diseases like stroke, cardiovascular diseases, and cancers.
3. Lemon lowers blood pressure and increases the levels of HDL (good cholesterol).
4. Lemon is found to be anti-carcinogenic, which lowers the rates of colon, prostate, and breast cancer. It prevents faulty metabolism in the cell, which can predispose a cell to becoming carcinogenic. Also, it blocks the formation of nitrosamines in the gut.
5. Lemon juice is said to give a glow to the skin.
6. A few drops of lemon juice in hot water are believed to clear the digestive system and purify the liver as well.
7. The skin of a lemon, dried under the sun, and then ground to make powder, can be applied to the hair for a few minutes before a bath, which relieves a headache and cools the body.
8. Applying lemon juice to acne dries the existing ones and prevents more from forming.
9. Lemon juice acts as a natural hair lightener and skin bleach, which reduces the pigment melanin and prevents the risk of chemical allergic reactions common with hair dyes and bleaches.
10. Lemon juice is given to relieve gingivitis, stomatitis, and inflammation of the tongue.
11. Lemon juice is given to prevent the common cold.
12. Lemon juice is given to prevent or treat urinary tract infections and gonorrhea.
13. Lemon juice is applied to the sites of bites and stings of certain insects to relieve their poison and pain.
14. Lemon juice relieves colic pain and gastric problems.
15. Lemon juice soothes dry skin when applied with a little glycerin.
16. Lemon juice used for marinating seafood or meat kills bacteria and other organisms present in them, thereby preventing many gastrointestinal tract infections.
17. Lemon juice with a pinch of salt (warm) every morning lowers cholesterol levels and helps in weight loss.
18. Lemon juice is the best drink to prevent dehydration and shock in case of diarrhea.
19. Lemon juice can also be used as a mouthwash. It removes plaque, whitens teeth, and strengthens the enamel.
20. A tablespoon of thick lemon syrup every day relieves asthma.
21. Lemon juice relieves chilblains and itchy skin.
22. Gargling with lemon juice relieves throat infections and is also used as a treatment for diphtheria.
23. Lemon juice is an excellent treatment for dandruff and greasy hair.
24. Applying lemon over the face removes wrinkles and keeps you looking young.
25. Lemon juice helps to prevent and cure osteoarthritis.
Lemon is not usually allergic or toxic to many, so why don't you try its natural benefits first and then go on to medical treatment.
From India, Coimbatore
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1. Lemon, being a citrus fruit, fights against infection. It helps in the production of WBC's and antibodies in the blood, which attack the invading microorganism and prevent infection.
2. Lemon is an antioxidant that deactivates free radicals, preventing many dangerous diseases like stroke, cardiovascular diseases, and cancers.
3. Lemon lowers blood pressure and increases the levels of HDL (good cholesterol).
4. Lemon is found to be anti-carcinogenic, which lowers the rates of colon, prostate, and breast cancer. It prevents faulty metabolism in the cell, which can predispose a cell to becoming carcinogenic. Also, it blocks the formation of nitrosamines in the gut.
5. Lemon juice is said to give a glow to the skin.
6. A few drops of lemon juice in hot water are believed to clear the digestive system and purify the liver as well.
7. The skin of a lemon, dried under the sun, and then ground to make powder, can be applied to the hair for a few minutes before a bath, which relieves a headache and cools the body.
8. Applying lemon juice to acne dries the existing ones and prevents more from forming.
9. Lemon juice acts as a natural hair lightener and skin bleach, which reduces the pigment melanin and prevents the risk of chemical allergic reactions common with hair dyes and bleaches.
10. Lemon juice is given to relieve gingivitis, stomatitis, and inflammation of the tongue.
11. Lemon juice is given to prevent the common cold.
12. Lemon juice is given to prevent or treat urinary tract infections and gonorrhea.
13. Lemon juice is applied to the sites of bites and stings of certain insects to relieve their poison and pain.
14. Lemon juice relieves colic pain and gastric problems.
15. Lemon juice soothes dry skin when applied with a little glycerin.
16. Lemon juice used for marinating seafood or meat kills bacteria and other organisms present in them, thereby preventing many gastrointestinal tract infections.
17. Lemon juice with a pinch of salt (warm) every morning lowers cholesterol levels and helps in weight loss.
18. Lemon juice is the best drink to prevent dehydration and shock in case of diarrhea.
19. Lemon juice can also be used as a mouthwash. It removes plaque, whitens teeth, and strengthens the enamel.
20. A tablespoon of thick lemon syrup every day relieves asthma.
21. Lemon juice relieves chilblains and itchy skin.
22. Gargling with lemon juice relieves throat infections and is also used as a treatment for diphtheria.
23. Lemon juice is an excellent treatment for dandruff and greasy hair.
24. Applying lemon over the face removes wrinkles and keeps you looking young.
25. Lemon juice helps to prevent and cure osteoarthritis.
Lemon is not usually allergic or toxic to many, so why don't you try its natural benefits first and then go on to medical treatment.
From India, Coimbatore
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