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LEMONS
Lemons are so understated. They're common, everywhere and taken for granted. The only time we remember lemons really is when we get a cold.
Lemons are actually very medicinal. Often thought of as acidic, lemons are wonderful for curing many digestive problems when mixed with hot water.
It's high in Vitamin C therefore preventing and treating many infections, supporting wound healing and reducing a high fever. It's also very good for asthma, tonsillitis and as we know , a sore throat.
Here's some other benefits of lemons
Diurectics: They are fantastic for those who experience urinary tract infections and live with artiritis. Both osteo and rheumatoid arthritis can be relieved by the flushing out of toxins and bacteria when drinking lemons with water - hot or cold
Nose bleeds: Lemons can stop a nose bleed when poured fresh onto cotton wool
Gums: Lemons can stop gum bleeding when massaged into gums
Lip softener: Lemon juice with glycerin can stop lip chapping
Menstrual cramps: Lemon balm can relieve mentrual cramps
Menopause: Lemon balm is great for lifting spirits as it calms anxieties, clears the mind and centres your focus
Depression: Lemon balm is great for lifting spirits as it calms anxieties, clears the mind and centres your focus
Memory storage and recall: Lemon balm is great for increasing memeory storage and memory rec
Few Words of Caution:
The seeds of all citrus fruits (and also apples) are poisonous and if ingested in large quantity (even a small handful) can be fatal.
So, avoid chewing or swallowing the seeds when you use limes
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 LIMES
Limes are consumed worldwide and like lemons their benefits are overlooked.
Here are some benefits of limes.
Digestion: Lime has an irresistible scent which waters the mouth and thus aids primary digestion (the digestive saliva floods your mouth even before you taste it). Then the acids in it do the rest. While they break down the macro molecules of the food, the flavonoids, the compounds found in the fragrant oils extracted from lime, stimulate the digestive system and increase secretion of digestive juices, bile and acids and also stimulate the peristaltic motion. This is the reason behind having lemon pickle with lunch and dinner is an age old practice in India and some of its neighbouring countries.
· Constipation: Primarily, the ample of acids present in lime helps clear the excretory system by washing and cleaning off the tracts, just like some acids are used to clean floor and toilets. Then the roughage in it is also helpful in easing constipation. But it is mainly due to high acids. An overdose of lime juice with salt also acts as an excellent purgative without any side effects, thereby giving relief in constipation.
· Peptic Ulcer: In addition to vitamin-C, lime contains special compounds called flavonoids (limonoids such as limonin glucoside) which have antioxidant, anti carcinogenic, antibiotic and detoxifying properties which help healing of peptic and oral ulcers.
· Respiratory Disorders: The oil, containing flavonoids and certain oils, extracted from lime is extensively used in anti congestive medicines such as balms, vaporizers, inhalers etc. due to presence of kaempferol. Just scratching the peel of a lime and inhaling it gives immediate relief in congestion and nausea.
· Gout: There are two main causes of gout. While the first reason is accumulation of free radicals in the body; the second is accumulation of toxins, primarily uric acid. Now, limes can help you with both of these. It is a reservoir of anti oxidants & detoxifiers (vitamin-C & Flavonoids) which free radicals as well as detoxify the body.
· Gums: The root causes of gum problems are deficiency of vitamin-C and microbial growth. Sometimes, the ulcers and wounds from bones, hard objects etc. are also the causes. In all of these, limes can help you. Its vitamin-C cures scurvy, flavonoids inhibit microbial growth and potassium and flavonoids help heal ulcers and wounds.
· Eye Care: Vitamin-C again! Its anti oxidant properties protect eyes from aging and macular degeneration. Flavonoids help protect them from infections.
· Piles: Since lime helps heal up ulcers and wounds in the digestive system and excretory system and gives relief from constipation too, it eradicates all the root causes of piles.
· Weight Loss: A glass of warm water with a full-lime juice in it is an excellent weight reducer as well as a brilliant refresher and anti oxidant drink. The citric acid present in lime is an excellent fat burner.
· Skin Care: Lime juice and its oil are very beneficial for skin when consumed orally or applied externally. It rejuvenates the skin, keeps it shining, protects it from infections and reduces body odour due to presence of a large amount of vitamin-C and flavonoids, both of which are class-1 antioxidants, antibiotic and disinfectants. When applied externally on skin, its acids scrub out the dead cells, cures dandruff, rashes, bruises etc. and gives you a refreshing bath if its juice or oil is mixed into your bathing water.
· Urinary Disorders: The high potassium content of limes is very effective in removal of the toxic substances and the precipitates deposited in kidneys, urinary bladder and its disinfectant properties help cure infections in the urinary system. It also stops prostrate growth (very common in males above 40) and clears blockage of urine due to deposition of calcium in the urinary tract.
· Other Benefits: It is a good appetizer and digestive. It helps cure arthritis, rheumatism, prostrate and colon cancer, cholera, arteriosclerosis, diabetes, fatigue, heart diseases and even very high fever (in contrary to popular belief). The best part of it is that it has no side effects.
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