ALL ABOUT LEMONS, TONER AND WEIGHT LOSS

INTRODUCTION: It is said  that lemons are acidic to taste. But are alkaline forming in the body. Lemons are one of the most alkaline forming foods or fruits; hence great for balancing a highly acidic condition in the body. It is a fruit consumed all over the world and are essential in kitchens and everywhere.

Lemons are great source of vitamins C and fiber. It contains minerals and essential oils.  Eating lemons may help cover the risk of heart disease, cancer and kidney stones. There are different species of the lemon fruits found in different parts of the world. The above picture depicts the specie found in some parts of tropical Nigeria. Lemons are more acidic when green.

CONTENTS: Lemons contain vitamins C,  B-complex,  calcium, copper,  iron,  magnesium,  phosphorus,  potassium   flavornoids, fiber and so many others. (www.care2.com)

HEALTH BENEFITS OF LEMONS:

a) CITRIC ACID: Lemons constitutes citric acid,  which is a natural preservative. It aids and smoothens digestion. It helps in dissolving kidney stones.

b) VITAMINS C: this, also called ascorbic acid is found in large quantities in lemons,  it helps the human body develop resistance against infections like cold and flu. This basically means that,  It is a primary antioxidant that helps protect cells from damaging free radicals, hence reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke and blood pressure.
The Vitamins C in lemons also helps in reducing skin wrinkling and dry skin.  It keeps the skin looking fresh and glowing.

c) PHYTONUTRIENT TANGERETIN: The lemon peel contains the potent (Phytonutrient Tangeretin- phytonutrients are chemicals found in plants, which help protect them from germs,  fungi bugs and other threats. Tangeretin on the other hand is a phytonutrient that has been proven to be effective for brain disorder,  like Parkinson's disease,  helps prevent cancer, protects the nervous system, reduce blood pressure etc.

d) ANTIBACTERIAL QUALITIES: The juice of lemon destroy the bacteria of malaria, cholera, diphtheria, typhoid and other deadly disease.

e)  It destroys intestinal worms and freshens breath.

f)  It supports weight loss, polyphenol is an antioxidant present in lemons, it significantly reduce weight gain etc

LEMONS AS SKIN HELP AND TONER:

1) Getting enough vitamins C from lemon water,  keeps the body producing collagen and collagen is essential in smoothing out lines in the face and reduces  wrinkles.

2) TREATS ACNE : The antibacterial nature of lemons helps it treat acne. Topical application of lemon juice on acne helps clear acne from  face.

3) The vitamins C content in lemons helps brighten and lighten skin when used over time.

NOTES:

A) Mix a few drops of lemon juice with a few drops of coconut water to get a bright and clear skin. Please use over time to get a glowing skin.

B) Drop a few drops of lemon juice into ur carrot water or juice to get a brighter face and neck.  Discontinue use when result has been achieved.

C) It is a natural bleacher or lightener to elbows, knees and armpit. If these areas of your body appear dark; apply lemon juice with cotton wool on them every night for as long as necessary and watch your skin glow.