What Are Lemons Good For?

Lemons are thought to a natural cross between the lime and the citron. Cultivation spread throughout the Middle East, Europe and Africa.  Lemons were introduced to the Americas when Columbus made his second voyage in 1493. Lemons have been a major food crop in Florida since the 16th century.

Lemons contain a lot of vitamin C and are super infection fighters. Teamed with flavonoids, lemons fight free-radicals   Free radicals can do serious damage to blood vessels and can contribute to cholesterol build up in artery walls, atherosclerosis and even heart disease.

Lemons are also a good source of thiamin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, iron and magnesium.  They are an excellent source of fiber, vitamin B6, calcium, potassium and copper, folate and potassium.

The citric acid in lemons aids in digestion and helps to dissolve kidney stones, while the ascorbic acid is a natural antioxidant that prevents scurvy. Other antioxidants in lemons include carotenes, beta-cryptoxanthin, zeaxanthin, lutein, and vitamin A, which promotes healthy mucus membranes, skin and vision. Pantothenic acid and folates are also in lemons.

A number of clinical studies indicate that lemons may have disease-preventing capabilities.  One of the most effective cold remedies known is made from lemon and honey.

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