Lemon benefits in aayurveda

The lemon is an important fruit of citrus group after amla.Lemons calm down Vata, detoxify balance Pitta, but may stimulate aggravated Pitta, and Kapha dosha. The lemon juice and its peel contains citric acid, phosphoric acid, malic acid and sucrose.The skin of the fruit even contains an undesirable oil.Lime is useful with hot, spicy foods to cool down their hot, Pitta provoking nature. Nutritious elements in lemon are

Zinc
Sucrose
Vitamin A, B2, B5, C, K
Sodium
Water
Protein
Carbohydrates
Iron
Vitamin B Complex
Minerals

Lemon benefits for acidity
Lemon water is very useful for smooth functioning of stomach and digestion process.When lemon is taken mixed with hot water, it gives relief from indigestion, gas, cramping, heartburn, bloating, belching and relieve toxins from the

Lemon for fair skin and beauty
Regular taking of lemon is good for your skin to cure wrinkles, blackheads, pimples, blemishes and for skin toning.The enriched content of vitamin C is helpful to rejuvenate skin and lighten your face and make the skin glow from inside.

 

Lemon juice prevents cold
Lemon decreases the body temperature by increasing perspiration.Lemon juice gives relief for reducing fever and controlling cold and flu.

Lemon for dental care
If a person is feeling toothache, he should apply fresh lemon juice in the affected areas in getting relief from pain.Lemon is one of the important ayurvedic foods used for the treatment of dental and gum diseases. It is also helpful to give relief from bad smell of mouth and scurvy. Having bleeding problems of gums, apply lemon juice to gum to get relief.
Lemon for weight loss

If you drink lemon water in the morning; it speeded up the weight loss process
Lemon water for sore throat
For sore throat problem, one should gargle with lemon water.

Lemon for asthma treatment
Asthma patients should take one glass of lemon juice or water before each meal. It provides quick relief to asthmatic patient. Lemon contains flavonoids which protect lungs against diseases. Lemon juice is also beneficial for respiratory and breathing problems

Lemon controls high blood pressure

Lemon contains pectin, rich in fiber that helps to reduce cholesterol level.
Lemon has adequate percentage of potassium that is good for heart related problems. The mineral potassium stimulates the brain and nerve functions and helps to control blood pressure and heart rate. Lemon is also for relaxation of body and mind.

Liver problems
lemon pickle is beneficial in case of liver problems Add 20 gm onion juice in lemon juice and take for a fortnight in case of liver enlargement. It is recommended to drink soup made with pulses.

Lemon water for arthritis cure
Lemon water helps to cure arthritis and rheumatism.take lemon warm water twice a day, before meal and at bed time for positive result. Having plenty of Vitamin C, it helps to absorb calcium and fight against osteoporosis.

Lemon boosts immune system
Lemon is having plenty of vitamin C and extremely helpful in fighting cold and coughs. Lemon contains numerous phytochemicals such as Hesperetin and Naringenin. These are anti-oxidants and helps to improve the immune system mechanism of the body. Lemon juices also fight cancer by strengthening the immune system. Lemon acts like as anti-bacterial, anti-viral. The ingredients of lemon like citric acid, magnesium, calcium, limonen, pectin, Vitamin C, bioflavanoids and phyto-chemicals are helpful in promoting immune system.
Lemon as blood purifier





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