Lemon
Lemon is a hybrid species of evergreen trees with a spreading, pyramidal crown and leathery leaves. The trees can be up to five meters high. It belongs to the genus citrus (rue family).
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The fruit of this plant is also called lemon. Lemon is an ancient vitamin treatment and prophylactic agent. India and the subtropical and tropical regions of Southeast Asia are traditionally considered its homeland. The range of this fruit later spread to other parts of the world.
Nutritional value and calorie content of lemon
One hundred grams of this citrus fruit contains 0.6 mg of iron, 0.125 mg of zinc, 240 μg of copper, 0.04 mg of manganese, 10 μg of fluorine, 1 μg of molybdenum and 175 μg of boron.
The pulp of the fruit is rich in vitamins. So, one hundred grams of lemon fruit contains 0.01 mg of beta-carotene, 2 μg of vitamin A, 0.04 μg of thiamine (vitamin B1), 0.02 μg of riboflavin (vitamin B2), 0.2 mg of vitamin B5, 0, 06 mg of vitamin B6, 9 μg of vitamin B9, 40 mg of vitamin C, 0.2 mg of vitamin E and 0.2 mg of vitamin PP. In addition, the pulp contains vitamin P (citrine), which is found exclusively in citrus fruits. Citrine is a phenolic compound with high biological activity and medicinal properties.
The citrus pulp also contains pectin substances, sugars, coumarin derivatives, phytoncides, flavonoids, sesquiterpenes, eriocitrin, hesperidin anderidictiol. The seeds contain a fatty essential oil and limonin, a bitter substance. The fruit peel contains 0.4-0.5% essential oil.
The calorie content of lemon is low. The calorie content of one hundred grams of lemon pulp is about 40 calories. The calorie content of a medium-sized lemon is about 44 calories. The calorie content of a glass of tea with a teaspoon of lemon juice is about 15 calories.
One hundred grams of fruit contains 0.9 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat, 3 g of carbohydrates, 2 g of dietary fiber and 88 g of water.
Useful properties of lemon
The beneficial properties of lemon for the human body are explained by the presence of a large amount of nutrients and minerals in its composition. The uniqueness of the benefits of lemon lies in the fact that this citrus is able to provide the human body with the necessary useful components in all seasons of the year - in spring, during the period of vitamin deficiency, and in winter, to maintain immunity.
The beneficial properties of lemon are multifaceted. The benefit of lemon lies in its anti-inflammatory, tonic, antihelminthic, antimicrobial, wound healing and anti-sclerotic action.
Lemon juice, pulp and peel are used as medicinal raw materials. Lemon pulp and juice are very useful for urolithiasis, gastrointestinal diseases, vitamin deficiency, and hypertension. These citruses are also useful for edema, viral and infectious diseases, hemorrhoids, gastritis with low acidity, as well as dropsy, tuberculosis. Lemon also brings benefits during pregnancy (as a remedy for nausea with toxicosis).
Lemon is a powerful natural solvent and detoxifier. For various poisonings, lemon juice accelerates the process of ridding the body of toxins. He is able to remove even those deposits of toxins that could not be removed by other means. Lemon effectively fights putrefactive processes in the body, enhancing the action of liver enzymes.
Lemon juice is used for rheumatism, radiculitis, gout. Citric acid is able to dissolve uric acid and its deposits in cartilage and joints. Citric acid is an excellent remedy for the prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis. Lemon juice is effective against aphthous diseases of the mouth and throat.
Lemon juice whitens and softens the skin of the face, removes dandruff from the scalp, and enhances its blood supply. In addition, lemon juice strengthens nails, reduces hair greasiness.
Lemon essential oil is a light green or light yellow liquid obtained by pressing fresh lemon peel. Lemon oil improves mood, refreshes and disinfects indoor air. It destroys pathogenic bacteria, fungal infections and viruses, and reduces the risk of infection. So, the oil neutralizes staphylococcus and typhoid bacteria in fifteen minutes. Lemon oil is often used to treat wounds and stop bleeding, as well as to remove calluses and warts. In a small concentration (two to three drops), it is used to prepare invigorating and softening baths, as well as for massage.
Tincture of lemon peel is used to improve appetite. A decoction of the peel is used as a remedy for the prevention of stroke and hypertension. For headaches, it is recommended to apply fresh lemon peel to the temples with a wet side. Regularly massaging bleeding gums with the inside of fresh lemon peel will speed up healing.
In the spring, with vitamin deficiency, it is recommended to drink a glass of hot water in which one or two teaspoons of honey and the juice of one lemon are dissolved. A mixture of lemon, carrot, orange and apple juice is used to prevent arrhythmias. A mixture of this citrus and garlic helps cleanse blood vessels and increase the overall tone of the body.
To maintain health, it is recommended to consume at least one lemon a day. Nutritionists recommend drinking lemon juice mixed with honey.
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