Sunday, February 6, 2011

The Goodness of a Lemon

  • Citric acid is a known as a natural preservative, and aids digestion. The citric acid in a lemon can help dissolve kidney stones.

  • Lemons, has almost 90% of the daily recommend amount of vitamin-C . Which is amazing for the immune system and fighting free radicals.

  • Lemons have phytochemicals.

  • Lemons have a small level of vitamin A, and other flavonoid anti-oxidants such as α and ß-carotenes, beta-cryptoxanthin, zea-xanthin and lutein. Which are all known for being antioxidants. Vitamin A is known to maintain healthy skin and be great for the eyes. Flavonoids help also protect against lung and oral cancers.

  • Lemons are a good source of B-complex. And contain healthy amount of minerals like iron, copper, potassium and calcium. Potassium in an important component of cell and body fluids helps control heart rate and blood pressure.

    Lemons may also reduce your risk for cancers, arthritis, and obesity and coronary heart diseases.


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