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There are many hidden health secrets behind that yellow oval fruit we know as lemons. Did you know the Ancient Egyptians believed that eating lemons and drinking lemon juice was an effective protection against a variety of poisons, and that researchers has confirmed this belief? There are many health benefits of lemons that have been known for centuries. The biggest characteristics of lemons’ are strong antibacterial, antiviral, and immune-boosting powers and their use as a weight loss aid because lemon juice is a digestive aid and liver cleanser.
Lemons contain many substances such as: citric acid, calcium, magnesium, vitamin C, and bioflavonoids, that promote immunity and fight infection.These are well-known behind the scenes facts about lemons, but there’s so much more to this little yellow fruit. Here are a few of many home remedies that I bet you didn’t know and will change your perspectives on lemons (Note: these remedies are safe and natural, but if acne is severe or there are open wounds, consult your doctor first). Are you somebody who struggles with moderate to severe acne? Well, lemons contain citric acid, which is one of the most natural effectiveness in treating acne.
The vitamin C found in lemons are key for healthy glowing skin while its alkaline kills some types of bacteria known to cause acne (and acne scarring). Here are some suggestions on how to prepare a homemade acne treatment using lemon: With your finger or a cotton ball, apply fresh lemon juice on acne and leave it overnight. There may be an uncomfortable sensation of burning at first, but it will soon disappear (If burning is too rough on skin, add a tiny amount of water to dilute it down more). Mix one part of freshly squeezed lemon juice with an equal part of rose or honey water. Put the mixture on affected areas for at least half an hour. Wash it afterwards with water.
Not only does this bomb fruit eliminate acne, lemons also eliminate your anxiety! Chemistry research has shown that lemon balm has a calming effect and therefore may be able to help remove fatigue, exhaustion, dizziness, anxiety, nervousness, and tension, all in one! Are you an athlete here at Berkeley High? Long-distance walker? Any activity that involves moving and gets you thirsty quick? Well, when fatigue sets in, sucking lemon juice by piercing the top of the fruit with a straw can give you a quick-acting medicine and a lovely refreshment. Are you a bit under the weather and the gross cherry-flavored cough syrups aren’t doing anything at all? Well this next home remedy is one you should consider! Chills and fevers may be due to a variety of causes, but the lemon is always a helpful remedy. Simply add the juice of one lemon to a cup of hot water with honey and drink at once, not only will it be a more pleasant taste, but it is also very soothing to the body. Drinking this every two hours, one will see a difference in their fever. Overall, one is able to come to a conclusion that lemons aren’t just any ordinary ol’ fruit … lemons are THE holy grail of fruits. Don’t be a lemon and use lemons.