Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
Acidity treatment, Cancer prevention, Good for diabetics, Prevents constipation, Prevents Anaemia
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Boosts immune system, Cures fever, Eye care, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Skin rash, Stuffy nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing
Side Effects
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
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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
Any time except an hour after meal
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Berry
Season
All seasons
All seasons
Varieties
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Dark raisins, White or golden raisins, Sultanas and Currants
Seedless Variety
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Color
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Black, Blue, Green, Purple, Yellow
Inside Color
Yellow
Brown
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Fleshy
Taste
Sour
Sweet
Origin
China, India
Central Europe, Western Asia
Grows on
Trees
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Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Soil pH
5.5-6.55.5-7
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Hot, Sunny
Warm
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.
- 30th April is known as National Raisin Day.
- Fresno, California is known as raisin capital of the world.
- Half of world's raisin supply is produced in California.
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
United States of America
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, Iran, South Africa, Turkey, Uzbekistan
Top Importer
United States of America
Europe
Top Exporter
Mexico
Turkey