Lemon and Your Health!!

Although the orgin of lemons is a mystery, a study of the lemons genetic origin, once concluded that it was a hybrid between citron and sour orange.  Lemons Binomial name is Citrus x limon.  With early recordings in Europe showing the arrival of Lemons as early as the 1st Century AD they have a ecclectic history.   Now the Lemon is wide spread and sold in one of its many varieties worldwide, with India being the largest producer.

Lemons are very nutrient rich and are made up of 95% Carbohydrates, 0% Fats and 5% Protein.They contain vitamins A, C, E, B1, B3, B6, and B9, Pantothenic Acid, Choline, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese and Selenium.

Known mainly for their culinary uses, Lemons have a list of alternative uses from Ayurvedic medicine to cleaning.  Also known to treat throat infections, indigestion, constipation, dental problems, fever, hair care, skin care, internal bleeding, rheumatism, burns, overweight, respiratory disorders, cholera and high blood pressure.  Add this wonderful fruit to your water daily for some added nutritional benifits and some wonderful color!!

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