Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, 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
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
9.30 g1.00 g
1
79.18
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Fiber
2.80 g6.70 g
0
10.4
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Sugar
2.50 g0.70 g
0
63.35
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Protein
1.10 g2.00 g
0.3
14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio
0.120.24
0.02
0.52
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Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg7.00 mcg
0
426
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg0.10 mg
0
0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg0.10 mg
0
1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg1.70 mg
0
2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.19 mg1.40 mg
0
1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg0.30 mg
0
0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
11.00 mcg81.00 mcg
0
81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.00 mg10.00 mg
0
228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.15 mg2.10 mg
0
3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg21.00 mcg
0
40.3
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Lycopene
0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
11.00 mcg271.00 mcg
0
834
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Choline
5.10 mg14.20 mg
0
14.2
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Fat
0.30 g14.70 g
0
33.49
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Minerals
Potassium
138.00 mg485.00 mg
42
840
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Iron
0.60 mg0.50 mg
0.06
9
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Sodium
2.00 mg7.00 mg
0
1556
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Calcium
26.00 mg12.00 mg
1
100
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Magnesium
8.00 mg29.00 mg
0
92
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Zinc
0.06 mg0.60 mg
0
2.7
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Phosphorus
16.00 mg52.00 mg
0
113
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Manganese
0.03 mg0.10 mg
0
3.3
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Copper
0.04 mg0.20 mg
0
2
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Selenium
0.40 mcg0.40 mcg
0
63.7
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Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
26.00 mg236.00 mg
0
318
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Omega 6s
63.00 mg1,689.00 mg
0
1689
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Sterol
Phytosterol
NA87.00 mg
0
87
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Water Content
88.98 g73.20 g
0
95.23
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Ash
0.30 g1.60 g
0
87.1
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Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
NA160.00 kcal
15
299
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
29.00 kcalNA
12
354
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Calories in Frozen Form
22.00 kcal172.40 kcal
0
187
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Calories in Dried Form
267.00 kcal686.40 kcal
32
747
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Calories in Canned Form
21.00 kcalNA
17
443
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Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
22.00 kcal306.00 kcal
17
461
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Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal222.00 kcal
49
420
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Calories in Pie
285.00 kcal288.00 kcal
80
450
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Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
All seasons
Summer
Varieties
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Seedless Variety
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Color
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Dark green
Inside Color
Yellow
White
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Juicy
Taste
Sour
Buttery
Origin
China, India
Mexico, Central America
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Soil pH
5.5-6.56-6.5
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Hot, Sunny
Humid, 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 oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
- Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
- Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.
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
Mexico
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Mexico
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus limon
Persea Americana
Synonym
Not Available
Persea Gratissima
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Magnollidae
Order
Sapindales
Laurales
Family
Rutaceae
Lauraceae
Genus
Citrus
Persea
Species
C. limon
P. Americana
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Laurel