Did you know the Ancient Egyptians believed that eating lemons and drinking lemon juice was an effective protection against a variety of poisons, and that recent research has confirmed this belief?Lemon is a famous, delicious, juicy and easily available fruit on low price. Though it is cultivated throughout the year, but in the summer season it is used more often. The citrus fruits have more benefits than others and lemon is the most popular among the citrus fruits. Lemon is factually a small fruit rich in Vitamins which are necessary for our body. Lemon is a source of vitamin C, magnesium, iron, copper, manganese, phosphorus, potassium and zinc.The lemon is a wonderful stimulant to the liver and is a dissolvent of uric acid and other poisons, liquefies the bile” says Back to Eden Mr. Kloss. Fresh lemon juice added to a large glass of water in the morning is a great liver detoxifier.Lemon is found to be anti-carcinogenic which lower the rates of colon, prostate, and breast cancer . They prevent faulty metabolism in the cell, which can predispose a cell to becoming carcinogenic. Also blocks the formation of nitrosamines in the gut.The skin of lemon dried under the sun and then ground to make powder can be applied to the hair for a few minutes before bath which relieves head ache and cools the body.The body is well cleansed if lemon-juice mixed with cold water and honey is taken on an empty stomach early in the morning. Warm water may be used occasionally to get relieved of constipation.Lemon juice is given to prevent or treat urinary tract infection and gonorrhea.Lemon juice can treat a person who is suffering from cold, flu or fever. It helps to break fever by increasing perspiration. Lemon juice if applied on the areas of burns can fade the scars. As lemon is a cooling agent, it reduces the burning sensation on the skin.Drinking water with lemon for weight loss is also an effective way to eliminate toxins, promote clean internal waste and energy increases.Lemon juice is given to relieve gingivitis, stomatitis, and inflammation of the tongue. Lemons help facilitate a bowel movement. This gets rid of more waste from our bodies. They help with regularity. You can also add the juice of one lemon to warm water and drink anytime of day (especially in the morning).Squeeze some fresh lemon juice and dilute it with some water. Apply it on the affected areas with the help of a cotton ball. This will help to treat acnes. You can keep it for about fifteen minutes and then wash off with water. Drinking lemon juice is also beneficial and it helps to cleanse your system from internally to get rid of acnes. Lemons Help Cure the Common Cold: Vitamin C and colds don’t get alone. So, take an extra dose when you have the sniffles and the lemon should help clear you up.
