Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
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Lactating Women
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Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
9.30 g16.53 g
1
79.18
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Fiber
2.80 g1.30 g
0
10.4
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Sugar
2.50 g15.23 g
0
63.35
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Protein
1.10 g0.83 g
0.3
14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio
0.120.05
0.02
0.52
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Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
426
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg0.01 mg
0
0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg0.07 mg
0
1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg0.60 mg
0
2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.19 mg0.00 mg
0
1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg0.10 mg
0
0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
11.00 mcg14.00 mcg
0
81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.00 mg71.50 mg
0
228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.15 mg0.07 mg
0
3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg0.40 mcg
0
40.3
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Lycopene
0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
11.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
834
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Choline
5.10 mg7.10 mg
0
14.2
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Fat
0.30 g0.44 g
0
33.49
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Minerals
Potassium
138.00 mg171.00 mg
42
840
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Iron
0.60 mg0.13 mg
0.06
9
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Sodium
2.00 mg1.00 mg
0
1556
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Calcium
26.00 mg5.00 mg
1
100
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Magnesium
8.00 mg10.00 mg
0
92
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Zinc
0.06 mg0.07 mg
0
2.7
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Phosphorus
16.00 mg31.00 mg
0
113
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Manganese
0.03 mg0.06 mg
0
3.3
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Copper
0.04 mg0.15 mg
0
2
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Selenium
0.40 mcg0.60 mcg
0
63.7
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Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
26.00 mg65.00 mg
0
318
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Omega 6s
63.00 mg67.00 mg
0
1689
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Sterol
Phytosterol
NANA
0
87
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Water Content
88.98 g81.76 g
0
95.23
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Ash
0.30 g0.44 g
0
87.1
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Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
NANA
15
299
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
29.00 kcal66.00 kcal
12
354
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Calories in Frozen Form
22.00 kcal77.73 kcal
0
187
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Calories in Dried Form
267.00 kcal277.00 kcal
32
747
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Calories in Canned Form
21.00 kcal91.00 kcal
17
443
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Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
22.00 kcal50.00 kcal
17
461
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Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal260.00 kcal
49
420
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Calories in Pie
285.00 kcal280.00 kcal
80
450
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Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
All seasons
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Seedless Variety
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Color
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Bright red, Pink red
Inside Color
Yellow
Greyish-white
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Fleshy
Taste
Sour
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Origin
China, India
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.55.5-6.5
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Hot, Sunny
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Facts
Facts about
- Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
- During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
- Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.
- The seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
- This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
- This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Hong Kong
Top Exporter
Mexico
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus limon
Litchi chinensis
Synonym
Not Available
Nephelium litchi
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Sapindaceae
Genus
Citrus
Litchi
Species
C. limon
L. chinensis
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Soapberry