Lemon

Lemon

See also :

• Lemon Oil (Aromatherapy)
• D-limonene
• Limonoids
• Citron

Other names : Bioflavonoid Complex, Bioflavonoid Concentrate, Bioflavonoid Extract, Bioflavonoïde de Citron, Bioflavonoïdes, Bioflavonoïdes de Citron, Bioflavonoids, Citrin, Citron, Citronnade, Citrus, Citrus Bioflavones, Citrus Bioflavonoid, Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex, Citrus Bioflavonoid Extract, Citrus Bioflavonoids, Citrus Extract, Citrus Flavones, Citrus Flavonoids, Citrus limon, Citrus limonum, Citrus Medica Limonum, Citrus Peel Extract, Citrus Seed Extract, Complexe de Bioflavonoïdes, Complexe de Bioflavonoïdes de Citron, Concentré de Bioflavonoïdes, Eriodictiol, Eriodictyol, Eriodictyol Glycoside, Extrait de Bioflavonoïdes, Extrait de Bioflavonoïdes de Citron, Extrait de Pépins de Citron, Flavonoids, Flavonoïdes, Flavonoïdes de Citron, Jus de Citron, Lemon Bioflavonoid, Lemon Bioflavonoid Complex, Lemon Bioflavonoid Extract, Lemon Bioflavonoids, Lemon Juice, Lemon Oil, Lemon Peel, Lemon Rind, Lemonade, Limón, Limonade, Nimbaka, Nimbuka, Zeste de Citron.
The origin of the lemon is a mystery, though it is thought that lemons first grew in Assam (a region placed in Northeast India), northern Burma, and China. A study of the genetic origin of the lemon reported that it is a hybrid between sour orange and citron.

Special Precautions of Lemon

• lemon allergy, or citrus allergy, is a hypersensitivity to certain proteins found in citrus fruits. The most common allergic reaction symptom to lemons is contact dermatitis or hives. Both reactions cause inflammation and severe itching in the skin.
• Applying lemon to the skin may increase the chance of sunburn, especially in light-skinned people.

The benefits of Lemon are

• Meniere's Disease. There are some reports that a chemical in lemon called eriodictyol glycoside might improve hearing and decrease dizziness, nausea, and vomiting in some people with Meniere's disease.
• Kidney stones. Not having enough citrate in the urine seems to increase the risk of developing kidney stones. There is some evidence that drinking 2 liters of lemonade throughout the day can significantly raise citrate levels in the urine. This might help to prevent kidney stones in these people.
• Bowel-Cleansing: The bitter taste of lemon gives these fruit the ability to increase peristalsis–a pumping-motion in the bowels–which helps to eliminate waste from the bowels and improve regularity. Add the juice of one lemon to warm water and drink first thing in the morning.
• Cancer: Lemons contain 22 anti-cancer compounds, including limonene—a naturally-occurring oil that slows or halts the growth of cancer tumors in animals. Lemons also contain a substance called flavonol glycosides which stop cell division in cancer cells. The most important nutrients of lemon are inside its peel, which is often thrown out. It contains essential oils and antioxidants which can cure cancer. Limonoids have a positive effect on Colorectal cancer, Prostate cancer, Pancreatic cancer, Liver cancer, Leukemia, Neuroblastoma.
• Colds and Flu: Lemons are rich in vitamin C and flavonoids that work in conjunction for a serious punch against infection.
• Liver: Fresh lemon juice added to a large glass of water in the morning is a great liver detoxifier.
• Nutrition: Lemons contain vitamin C, citric acid, flavonoids, B-complex vitamins, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and fiber.
• Balances Body Chemistry: While lemons are acidic they interact with the body’s metabolism to have an alkalizing effect on the bodily fluids helping to restore balance to the body’s pH.
• Allergies: Lemons contain the phytonutrient hesperetin which has been shown in studies to alleviate allergic symptoms.
• Brain and Nervous System Disorders: Containing the potent phytonutrient tangeretin in the peel, lemons have been proven to be effective for brain disorders like Parkinson’s disease.
• Eye Disorders: Rutin, found in lemons, has been shown in research to improve the symptoms of eye disorders, including diabetic retinopathy.
• Anti-Viral: In addition to being effective against cold and flu viruses, terpene limonoids found in lemons have proven anti-viral effects on other types of viruses.
• Diabetes: In addition to improving eye problems linked with diabetes, lemons contain hesperetin which lowers blood sugar levels (when they are high).
• Gall and Kidney Stones: The citric acid found in lemon juice helps to dissolve gallstones, calcium deposits, and kidney stones.
• Anti-Aging: The vitamin C found in lemons helps to neutralize free radicals linked to aging and most types of disease.
• Lemons Help Freshen Breath : Lemon juice contains powerful substances that help inhibit bacterial growth.
• Lemons Soothe Sore Throat and Cough : Lemon’s acidic compounds not only kill bacteria present inside your mouth, it also kills bacteria that have lodged in your throats.
• Lemons Help Ease a Nasty Hangover : This will help restore your normal pH levels, replenish your body’s water stores and replace the vitamin C which you so obviously need.
• Lemons Lighten Age Spots : cut the lemon, squeeze it and dilute it with water. Sometimes, pure lemon juice can be too strong for other people so it is better to play safe. Apply lemon juice into your face twice a day if you want to lighten your freckles and age spots.
• Lemons Prevent Pests : Fleas, spiders, ants and termites are only some pests found in the home and their presence is not at all welcome. In order for you to shoo them away, rub lemon juice, or leave peels of lemon in areas where they usually pass.