Lemon – Remedy for Multiple Ailments
Once the seasonal summer heat sets in, we run fir a cool shade and stretch our hand for a chilled drink. Yes, it is time to think of a way to beat the heat. When we think of the hot summer season, we certainly think of our ‘desi’ drink, lemonade which not only quenches our thirst but also strengthens us with its rich Vitamin C supplement.
Vitamin C is an all important immunity increasing agent. Ten grams of lemon juice contain about 25-63 mg of vitamins, besides small portions of vitamins A and B. Help yourselves generously with lemon juice, sugar, and a pinch of salt, added to water.
Besides being tasty source to quench our thirst, lemon is very effective in relieving coughs, colds and influenza.
It destroys toxins in the body formed due to excessive acidity. It works as a good remedy for constipation, loss of appetite, indigestion, dyspepsia, arthritis, rheumatism, backaches, sciatica, gout, nervous ailments.
Lemon strengthens gums and teeth and is extensively used in treating gumboils and other gum troubles. It prevents and cures pyorrhea and other oral diseases.
It is also equally effective in stimulating the functioning of kidneys, liver and sweat glands. It is an effective purifier of blood and liver. Useful in treating asthma and cholera.
Taken on empty stomach, it destroys germs. It also expels gases formed in the digestive track and improves digestion. Lemon contains pectin which is effective in overcoming bleeding tendencies occurring internally e.g. in the lungs, stomach, intestine, uterus and kidneys.
It is effective for sore throats and scurvy. During measles and fevers, it serves as a thirst quenching drink and also gives relief in ailments like nausea and vomiting.
Lemon is a beauty aid too. It helps in weight reduction, helps in curing scalp problems, and general skin disorders. An external application of lemon juice to the skin is useful for pimples and for pain caused by mosquito bites and bug bites.
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