1. Bowel- Cleansing: The bitter taste of lemon gives these fruit the
ability to increase peristalsis–a pumping-motion in the bowels–which
helps to eliminate waste from the bowels andimprove regularity. Add
the juice of one lemon to warm water and drink first thing in the
morning.
2. Cancer : Lemons contain 22 anti-cancer compounds, including
limonene—a naturally-occur ring oil that slows or halts the growth
of cancer tumors in animals. Lemons also contain a substance called
flavonol glycosides which stop cell division in cancer cells.
3. Colds and Flu: Lemons are rich in vitamin C and flavonoids that
work inconjunction for a serious punch against infection.
4. Liver: Fresh lemon juice added to a large glass of water in the
morning is a great liver detoxifier.
5. Nutrition: Lemons contain vitamin C, citric acid, flavonoids,
B-complex vitamins,calciu m, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus,
potassium, and fiber.
6. Balances Body Chemistry: While lemons are acidic they interact with
the body'smetabolis m to have an alkalizing effect on the bodily
fluids helping to restore balance to the body's pH.
7. Allergies: Lemons contain the phytonutrient hesperetin which has
been shown in studies to alleviate allergic symptoms.
8. Brain and Nervous System Disorders: Containing the potent
phytonutrient tangeretin in the peel, lemons have been proven to be
effective for brain disorders like Parkinson's disease.
9. Eye Disorders: Rutin, found in lemons,has been shown in research to
improve the symptoms of eye disorders, including diabetic retinopathy.
10. Anti-Viral: In addition to being effective against cold and flu
viruses, terpene limonoids found in lemons have proven anti-viral
effects on other types of viruses.
viruses.
11. Diabetes: In addition to improving eye problems linked with
diabetes, lemons contain hesperetin which lowers blood sugar levels
(when they are high).
12. Gall and Kidney Stones: The citric acid found in lemon juice helps
to dissolvegallstones, calcium deposits, and kidney stones.
13. Anti-Aging: The vitamin C found in lemons helps to neutralize free
radicals linked to aging and most types of disease.