SaraAdding lemons to your daily diet may just be one of the best decisions you can make, according to Organic Information Services. Lemons contain a whole host of nutrients that kind the mind and body healthy and functioning as it should. Lemons are high in vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin A, vitamin E, folate, niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, copper, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, phosphorus, protein, and fiber, and help to support heart health, weight management, digestion, and immunity, among other things. Many have chosen to eliminate traditional medication altogether and suck on lemons instead when they feel a cold coming on.
Of course, lemons can be hard to suck on, let alone digest, by themselves. So, one must be creative with adding these powerful health enhancers to the daily routine. Making homemade, freshly squeezed lemonade or drinking lemon water are probably your best options for adding an adequate amount to your diet. You can also add it to tea or opt for a swig of organic lemon juice if you dare.
Some nutritionists theorize that adding lemon to hot water or tea helps with weight loss, but there are opinions on both sides of the fence. In any case, including a few slices will deliver the other powerful benefits the fruit offers. Drinking lemon water throughout the day also has the added benefit of offering hydration, while leaving skin glowing and hair shinier and healthier than ever. Plus, it’s a tasty option for those who aren’t crazy about chugging anything tasteless, and lemons have been known to freshen breath.
Plant chemicals found in lemons, namely hesperidin and diosmin, have also been shown to lower cholesterol. And, lemons help naturally soothe indigestion. The magical citrus is considered a body detoxifier and cleanser and helps to restore gut health. For a good-for-the-gut purifier, mix lemon juice, cold water, soda, table salt, and sugar, a sugar substitute or honey for sweetness. You can also add a few mint leaves.
Lemons contain flavonoids, which contain antioxidants and fend off cancer, and they protection against inflammatory polyarthritis and arthritis too. Then can also help prevent diabetes, high blood pressure, and fevers. Sucking on lemons causes perspiration, which helps to break fevers and lower the body’s temperature.
Of course, many other fruits offer a variety of health benefits. So, a little lemon goes a long way if you’re also integrating easier-to-swallow citrus fruit, such as oranges, grapefruits, and mangos. And, don’t forget, too much of a good thing will have reserve effect. Consuming a high quantity of lemons is likely to give you a sour belly. Everything in moderation.