Lemon

Lemons are especially known for their high content of vitamin C, B vitamins, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and fiber.

One of the most beneficial effects of lemon is its ability to change the pH balance of the body to alkaline. Too high an amount of acid in the body causes many health problems, especially in terms of digestion.
- Lemons act as a diuretic:
The antioxidants, vitamins and minerals contained in lemons effectively remove excess fluid, and along with the fluids, waste products and harmful chemicals that accumulate in the body due to the effects of food and the environment are also removed. Lemon is suitable for cleansing the body, treating swelling and preventing diseases.
- Lemon purifies the blood:
The antioxidants in lemon cleanse the arteries and keep the blood clean of excess fat and other harmful substances. When the blood is clean, it is easier for the body to filter waste products and toxic substances out of the body – this prevents problems and diseases of the blood vessels and blood circulation. In addition, lemon helps treat diseases such as cholera and malaria.
- Lemon reduces fever:
Lemon is suitable for treating fever caused by traditional colds and infectious diseases. Lemon improves the functioning of the body's defense system and lowers body temperature by stimulating sweating.
- Lemon controls high blood pressure:
Lemon helps lower blood pressure and keep it at an ideal, healthy level. The effect of lemon water on blood pressure is due to the potassium contained in lemon, which removes fluids and lowers blood pressure.
- Lemon treats sore throats:
Lemons have antibiotic and antiviral effects.
- Lemon in the treatment of respiratory problems:
Lemon's vitamin C and antibiotic effect are suitable for taking care of respiratory health.
Lemon clears the respiratory tract of mucus, relieves swelling, strengthens the immune system and treats symptoms of asthma, bronchitis and other diseases.
- Lemons are full of antioxidants:
Lemon's vitamin C and other antioxidants fight disease-causing free radicals and prevent serious diseases such as cancer. Lemon's active ingredients also prevent premature aging, sagging skin, and wrinkles. Lemon is suitable for internal and external use.
- Lemon for stomach problems:
Lemon balances the body's pH levels. Bloating, constipation, heartburn, parasites, nausea, excess acidity.
- Lemon is a dieter's best friend:
Lemon helps reduce the amount of fat tissue, removes toxins from the body that cause swelling that make you feel fat, and keeps you feeling full.
- Lemon takes care of your teeth:
Lemon juice can help relieve pain in your molars when applied directly to the painful area. In addition, lemon helps treat bleeding gums, is suitable for natural tooth whitening and freshens bad breath. However, lemon should not be applied to the teeth every day and continuously, so as not to damage the enamel.
- Healthy skin with lemon:
Consuming lemon daily keeps the skin healthy, bright and youthful. Lemon juice can also be applied topically to the skin, and can be used to treat skin infections, acne, excessive oiliness of the skin, scars and liver spots. Lemon juice should only be used on the skin in the evening, as exposure to sunlight can cause side effects. If your skin is sensitive or ulcerated, do not use lemon.
- Shiny hair with lemon:
Lemon is suitable for scalp and hair care. Lemon juice cleanses the scalp and prevents the formation of dandruff. It acts as a natural cleanser, which improves the texture of the hair and keeps it shiny and healthy.

Sitruuna 100 g:
Ravintoaine Tavoite
Energia kcal 32,9 kcal 2 %
Energia kJ 137,7 kJ
Rasva 0,2 g 0 %
Tyydyttynyt 0,0 g 0 %
Kertatyydyttymätön 0,0 g 0 %
Monityydyttymätön 0,1 g 1 %
Hiilihydraatti 2,2 g 1 %
Sokeri 2,2 g 4 %
Proteiini 0,6 g 1 %
Suola 0,0 g 0 %
Kuitu 2,8 g 11 %
Orgaaniset hapot 4,7 g

Vitamiini Tavoite
A-vitamiini (RAE) 0,3 µg 0 %
Tiamiini (B1) 0,1 mg 5 %
Riboflaviini (B2) 0,0 mg 2 %
B6-vitamiini 0,1 mg 5 %
B12-vitamiini 0,0 µg 0 %
C-vitamiini 51,0 mg 68 %
D-vitamiini 0,0 µg 0 %
E-vitamiini 0,2 mg 3 %
Folaatti (B9-vitamiini) 11,0 µg 4 %
Niasiini (B3-vitamiini) 0,2 mg 1 %

Kivennäis- tai hivenaine Tavoite
Fosfori (P) 20,0 mg 3 %
Jodi (I) 1,0 µg 1 %
Kalium (K) 160,0 mg 5 %
Kalsium (Ca) 33,0 mg 4 %
Kupari (Cu) 0,0 mg 4 %
Magnesium (Mg) 11,0 mg 4 %
Natrium (Na) 3,0 mg
Rauta (Fe) 0,4 mg 3 %
Seleeni (Se) 0,4 µg 1 %
Sinkki (Zn) 0,1 mg 1 %