Lemon: Nutrition and Health Benefits

 


Lemons are a popular fruit that people use in small quantities to add flavor to food. However, they rarely consume them alone due to their intense, sour taste. Lemons give flavor to baked goods, sauces, salad dressings, marinades, drinks, and desserts, and they are also a good source of vitamin C. People use lemon for hay fever, high blood pressure, obesity, morning sickness, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Nutrition: 

1. According to USDA, per 100g of lemon contain 29 calories of energy.
2. Besides, it contain 9g of Carbohydrates, 1.1g of protein and 0.3g of fat.
3. Moreover, it contain Vitamin (A,B,C,E,E,K) and minerals including Sodium, Potassium, 




Health Benefits: 

1. Prevents Vitamin C Deficiency

2. Improves Heart Health
3. Slows Age-Related Decline
4. Improves Eye Health
5. Supports Immune Function
6. May Help Prevent Some Cancers


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