Lemon

Juicy Trivia

Lemons were thought to have originated in India and were introduced to Italy around 200 AD. In 1493 when Christopher Columbus left Europe for the New World he took lemon seeds, other explorers and missionaries planted the seeds in Hispaniola, Florida and California, where they are still grown today. It was many years later in 1747 when James Lind, a Scottish physician developed his theory that scurvy could be cured by citrus fruits which resulted in all British ships being equipped with lemons and limes to prevent the sailors from developing the disease

You can make you own natural fruit and veggie wash with 2 tbsp. of vinegar, 1 tbsp. of lemon juice and 1 cup of water

Jason Says...

Lemons are a must have ingredient in any ‘juicy’ kitchen. Just a squeeze of lemon can make a vegetable juice more palatable. They are great for cleansing and detoxifying the body, especially the liver and kidneys

Juice or Smoothie?

Juice: Always try and get wax free lemons but if this isn't an option simply peel (leaving the pith on).

Juicy Benefits

Lemons are a very good source of vitamin C so help to protect the immune system and fight the formation of free radicals known to cause cancer. Vitamin C plays a role in the formation of collagen so is of huge benefit to the skin. Lemons are known to help treat throat infections, colds and flu. Vitamin C also helps to promote bile production, which can help in the reduction of cholesterol levels, it is known to delay ageing, help prevent arthritis and allergies.

High in potassium, lemons can help control blood pressure as well as nourishing the brain and nerve cells. Potassium is essential for the body’s growth, maintenance and energy production. Potassium rich foods help in the preservation of calcium in the bones so essential to prevent osteoporosis.

Aches and pains, eyes, cleansing the system – the acid scours the intestinal tract; eliminating toxins; neutralizing harmful bacteria.

Juicy Tip: A slice of lemon in warm/hot water is the perfect way to start the day, instantly cleansing and hydrating the body.

Research

People who consumed the lowest amount of vitamin C, are three times more likely to develop arthritis than those who consumed the highest amount.

A study led by Aras, Bekir; Department of Urology, Bakirkoy Research and Training Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey and published 2008 in Urological research suggested that lemon juice could be an alternative in the treatment of urinary calcium stones in patients with hypocitraturia.

A study on 43 women diagnosed with operable breast cancer led by J Miller for the University of Arizona Cancer Centre to determine the bioactivity of limonene (found in citrus peel oil) on breast tissue concluded that limonene distributed extensively to human breast tissue may lead to cell-cycle arrest and reduced cell proliferation.

Vitamins, Minerals and Extras

Vitamins A, B1 thiamine, B2 riboflavin, B3 niacin, B4 choline, B5 pantothenic acid, B6 pyridoxine, B7 biotin, B9 folate, C and beta-carotene. E, calcium, choline copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, selenium, zinc, bioflavonoids, citric Acid, cryptoxanthin, lutein and zeaxanthin,

References

www.medicalnewstoday.com
www.whfoods.com
www.science.naturalnews.com
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Disclaimer

Please be aware that we are not Doctors, so it is important BEFORE making any changes that you consult with your GP or Medical Practitioner. The suggestions above are not meant as an alternative to any current medical treatment so please DO NOT stop taking any medications you are on. They are also not an endorsement of their effectiveness, nor a recommendation that they should be followed but instead, provided for informational purposes. None of the information on the Natural Juice Therapy site is intended or implied to treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease.

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