Lemon

Health Benefits

1) Digestion and Blood Purity
Lemon is extremely effective in curing indigestion, heartburn, gas and removes toxins from the kidneys, purifying the blood.

2) Blood Pressure
The potassium content in Lemons is beneficial for lowering high blood pressure and reducing symptoms of heart disease, such as assisting with stress, dizziness, nausea and depression.

3) Respiratory Problems, Colds and Fever.
The C content produces antibodies and white blood cells which may fight microorganisms in the body. The C also increases the rate of diaphoresis, lowering a body’s temperature and can purify the blood, combating various diseases. Asthma patients have been known to improve using Lemon Juice daily as well as those that have suffered from throat soreness and infection.

4) Dental Wellness
It’s great to know that Lemon applied directly on your teeth can whiten them. When used on the gums you can stop bleeding. The antiseptic and clotting properties can assist with internal bleeding. We suggest that you consult a doctor.

5) Rheumatism and Arthritis
The diuretic component in Lemons flushes out the toxins from the body and therefore, helps to minimize or eliminate inflammation.

6) Improves Hair, Skin and Nails
Lemon can whiten nails and combined with certain oils can harden them. The bleaching agent in Lemons can lighten and brighten your face and assist with scars, burns and discoloration. As a face mask for wrinkles, add Lemon Juice with avocado oil and honey. Leave on your face for 25 minutes and rinse. This is also great for dry skin! If your skin is oily, replace avocado oil with egg whites. The anti-bacterial agents in Lemons are great to treat acne and blackheads. The Lemon Juice is also healing for dried lips, elbows and knees. Your hair will also love the conditioning when applying lemon and olive oil on your scalp to reduce split ends and dandruff. Lemon combined with coconut oil is known to treat hair loss but please consult a doctor.