, tart fruit but did you know that it hasso many benefits. It is packed with anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties and is widely used in both culinary as well as non-culinary purposes. It is also a wonderful , natural anti-septic.
The exact location of the origin of Lemon is widely believed to be in India, Northern Burma and China. Lemons entered Europe (near southern Italy) no later than the 1st century AD, during the time of Ancient Rome. However, they were not widely cultivated. It was later introduced to Persia and then to Iraq and Egypt around AD 700.
Benefits :
1)Lemon act as blood purifier and improves the body's ability to get rid of toxins
2)Lemon fruit is excellent in fighting disease that's related to infection
3)Helpful with heart problem - because of its high potassium content
4)Lemon is one of the fruits that would strengthen your immune system
5)Helps in flus and colds
6)Loaded with anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties
7) Even kills certain insects and gets rid of flies and mosquitoes
8) Stomach cleanser
9) Also believed in treating kidneystones and gallstones
10) Natural diuretic
How to consume -
Drink Fresh lemon water every day for receiving it's benefits
Pure lemon juice is useful in kidney stones, as a cleanser and in treating bee/wasp stings
Lemon juice mixed with olive oil can be used for gallstones
For weight loss- On an empty stomach first thing in the morning, squirt lemon juice in a glass of lukewarm water and drink up
We always have lemons sitting around in our refrigerators, with so much to offer, wouldn't you want to make this a part of daily regimen !