Luscious Lemon
Dr. Reena GuptaThe lemon is a fruit of citrus plant belonging to the genus Citrus lemon, which is a native of South East Asia. Lemon is an excellent source of Vitamin C which is a potent antioxidant. It negates the effects of free radicals which are formed as a by-product of certain chemical reactions in the body. In India, Lemon is used in day to day life for various purposes. It is used in all Indian traditional medicines mainly in Siddha Medicine and Ayurveda. It is one of the main ingredients in many of the Indian cuisines. Either lemon pickle or mango pickle is part of everyday lunch meal in Southern India. In Hindu Pooja, lemon takes a very important place.The fruit is used for culinary as well as non-culinary purposes around the world. The lemon has an enormous impact on health. Some of the health benefits of a lemon are as follows
Antioxidant: Lemon is a rich source of antioxidants, particularly flavonoids including flavonol glycosides. These compounds are also supposed to have antibiotic properties. As such, these compounds not only protect us against ailments like leukemia and cancer, but also against infectious diseases like cholera. Lemon is also known as a healing agent that assists various healing processes like blood clotting.
Healthy skin: In skin, it improves collagen levels and repairs tissue damage. helping prevent wrinkles, sunburn and fights free radicals which can cause blemishes and acne. A lemon also helps in reducing the cellulite content of the body, thereby detoxifying the body and reduce obesity, and are also effective against osteoarthritis. Lemon, raw, without peel
Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
Energy 121 kJ(29Kcal)
Carbohydrates 9.32 g
Sugars 2.50
Dietary fiber 2.8
Fat 0.30
Thiamine (vit. B1) 0.040 mg (3%)
Riboflavin (vit. B2) 0.020 mg (2%)
Niacin (vit. B3) 0.100 mg (1%)
Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.190 mg (4%)
Vitamin B6 0.080 mg (6%)
Folate (vit. B9) 11 mg (3%)
Vitamin C 53.0 mg (64%)
Calcium 26 mg (3%)
Iron 0.60 mg (5%)
Magnesium 8 mg (2%)
Phosphorus 16 mg (2%)
Potassium 138 mg (3%)
Zinc 0.06 mg (1%)
Protein 1.10 g
Percentages are relative to US recommendations for adults. Source: USDA Nutrient Database
Helps with mental stress: High levels of Vitamin C in Lemon juice helps to reduce stress and depression. Individuals with a weak immune system are prone to lose Vitamin C from their bodies whenever they are faced with stress. lemon juice has a very calming effect on our nerves, making it the ideal drink whenever faced with high levels of stress
Helps in reducing Cholesterol levels: Lemon Juice is an excellent natural choice when it comes to maintaining one's cholesterol levels! It helps raise the HDL cholesterol levels - good cholesterol levels and also stops the LDL cholesterol from being oxidized. The vitamin C found in abundance in lemon juice along with limonin, a liminoid found in citrus fruits help reduce the total cholesterol levels in those who have high cholesterol levels.
Cure Throat Infections: Gargling with lemon juice has proven to help with the curing of throat related infections such as sore throat, oral ulcers and tonsillitis. Drinking Lime juice daily has also proven to be quite beneficial for those suffering from peptic ulcers.
Dr. Reena GuptaThe lemon is a fruit of citrus plant belonging to the genus Citrus lemon, which is a native of South East Asia. Lemon is an excellent source of Vitamin C which is a potent antioxidant. It negates the effects of free radicals which are formed as a by-product of certain chemical reactions in the body. In India, Lemon is used in day to day life for various purposes. It is used in all Indian traditional medicines mainly in Siddha Medicine and Ayurveda. It is one of the main ingredients in many of the Indian cuisines. Either lemon pickle or mango pickle is part of everyday lunch meal in Southern India. In Hindu Pooja, lemon takes a very important place.The fruit is used for culinary as well as non-culinary purposes around the world. The lemon has an enormous impact on health. Some of the health benefits of a lemon are as follows
Antioxidant: Lemon is a rich source of antioxidants, particularly flavonoids including flavonol glycosides. These compounds are also supposed to have antibiotic properties. As such, these compounds not only protect us against ailments like leukemia and cancer, but also against infectious diseases like cholera. Lemon is also known as a healing agent that assists various healing processes like blood clotting.
Healthy skin: In skin, it improves collagen levels and repairs tissue damage. helping prevent wrinkles, sunburn and fights free radicals which can cause blemishes and acne. A lemon also helps in reducing the cellulite content of the body, thereby detoxifying the body and reduce obesity, and are also effective against osteoarthritis. Lemon, raw, without peel
Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
Energy 121 kJ(29Kcal)
Carbohydrates 9.32 g
Sugars 2.50
Dietary fiber 2.8
Fat 0.30
Thiamine (vit. B1) 0.040 mg (3%)
Riboflavin (vit. B2) 0.020 mg (2%)
Niacin (vit. B3) 0.100 mg (1%)
Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.190 mg (4%)
Vitamin B6 0.080 mg (6%)
Folate (vit. B9) 11 mg (3%)
Vitamin C 53.0 mg (64%)
Calcium 26 mg (3%)
Iron 0.60 mg (5%)
Magnesium 8 mg (2%)
Phosphorus 16 mg (2%)
Potassium 138 mg (3%)
Zinc 0.06 mg (1%)
Protein 1.10 g
Percentages are relative to US recommendations for adults. Source: USDA Nutrient Database
Helps with mental stress: High levels of Vitamin C in Lemon juice helps to reduce stress and depression. Individuals with a weak immune system are prone to lose Vitamin C from their bodies whenever they are faced with stress. lemon juice has a very calming effect on our nerves, making it the ideal drink whenever faced with high levels of stress
Helps in reducing Cholesterol levels: Lemon Juice is an excellent natural choice when it comes to maintaining one's cholesterol levels! It helps raise the HDL cholesterol levels - good cholesterol levels and also stops the LDL cholesterol from being oxidized. The vitamin C found in abundance in lemon juice along with limonin, a liminoid found in citrus fruits help reduce the total cholesterol levels in those who have high cholesterol levels.
Cure Throat Infections: Gargling with lemon juice has proven to help with the curing of throat related infections such as sore throat, oral ulcers and tonsillitis. Drinking Lime juice daily has also proven to be quite beneficial for those suffering from peptic ulcers.
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