The Power of Lemons

There are so many fruits and vegetables that contribute to our overall health and well being. The lemon is at the top of the list, for its array of uses both in the kitchen and in our beauty routine. It is truly a miracle worker of a fruit. The juice of a lemon as well as the lemon rind contains enzymes which can naturally cleanse the skin of dead cells as well as age spots. The juice can refresh and tone the skin when applied directly or in a mixture of water or other essential oils. Lemons can be rubbed on dark spots like elbows, or underarms to lighten the skin. Lemons are a natural bleaching agent as well as exfoliator for the skin. The citric acid in lemons will also kill bacteria that is on the surface. Lemons when mixed with baking soda can also act as a natural teeth whitener. This is a great option if you are apposed to the harsh chemicals used in most whitening strips out there. This will also get rid of bacteria in the mouth that causes bad breath.

Lemons are also known to help with acne, blackheads and overall dullness of the skin. Lemons help both oily skin as well as mature wrinkled skin, they are an all purpose face product. Lemons are also used for many health benefits in the kitchen. Lemons have natural antiviral and antibacterial properties that boost the immune system.  One of the things lemons are most well known for are their weight loss benefits. Lemons act as a natural digestive aid and liver cleanser. The citric acid, magnesium, calcium, vitamin c, bioflavonoids, and pectin fight infection and promote overall immunity as well as curbing cravings. The easiest way for me to incorporate lemons into my diet is to drink a cup of warm water with half a lemon each morning on an empty stomach. This is said to help in alkalizing the body and cleaning the liver and blood. An alkaline body is known to be the goal for good health. lemons help achieve this by acting as a natural detoxifier and diuretic. Lemons are a simple addition to our routine with massive health and beauty benefits.