Fabulous benefits of lemon

The origins of the lemon are unclear, but it is commonly thought that they originated in India, China and Burma and then entered Europe via Italy in the 1st Century AD.

 The health benefits of lemon include its use as a treatment of throat infections, indigestion,
 constipation, dental problems, and fever,

internal bleeding, rheumatism, burns,

obesity,

respiratory disorders, cholera and high blood

pressure, while it also benefits hair and skin

care,. Known for its therapeutic property

since generations, lemon helps to strengthen your

immune system, cleanse your stomach, and it is considered a blood purifier.


THE list of its benefits :


1. despite of its sour taste, Lemons are alkalizing for the body: Lemons are acidic to begin with but they 
are alkaline-forming on body fluids helping to restore balance to the body’s pH.

2. Lemons contain pectin fiber which is very beneficial for colon health and also serves as a

powerful antibacterial .

3. Lemons are rich in vitamin C and flavonoids that work against infections like the flu and

 colds.

4. It aids digestion and encourages the production of bile .

5. The citric acid in lemon juice helps to dissolve gallstones, calcium deposits, and kidney

stones.

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

7. Vitamin C in lemons helps to neutralize free radicals linked to aging and most types of

disease.

8. It is of immense benefit to the skin and it prevents the formation of wrinkles and acne

9. Lemon juice helps replenish body salts especially after a strenuous workout session