Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
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Lactating Women
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Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
10.70 g9.30 g
1
79.18
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Fiber
1.60 g2.80 g
0
10.4
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Sugar
6.90 g2.50 g
0
63.35
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Protein
0.80 g1.10 g
0.3
14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio
0.070.12
0.02
0.52
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Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
58.00 mcg3.00 mcg
0
426
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg0.04 mg
0
0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg0.02 mg
0
1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.20 mg0.10 mg
0
2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.26 mg0.19 mg
0
1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg0.08 mg
0
0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
13.00 mcg11.00 mcg
0
81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
31.20 mg53.00 mg
0
228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.13 mg0.15 mg
0
3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
40.3
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Lycopene
1,419.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
5.00 mcg11.00 mcg
0
834
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Choline
7.70 mg5.10 mg
0
14.2
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Fat
0.14 g0.30 g
0
33.49
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Minerals
Potassium
135.00 mg138.00 mg
42
840
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Iron
0.08 mg0.60 mg
0.06
9
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Sodium
0.00 mg2.00 mg
0
1556
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Calcium
22.00 mg26.00 mg
1
100
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Magnesium
9.00 mg8.00 mg
0
92
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Zinc
0.07 mg0.06 mg
0
2.7
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Phosphorus
18.00 mg16.00 mg
0
113
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Manganese
0.02 mg0.03 mg
0
3.3
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Copper
0.03 mg0.04 mg
0
2
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Selenium
0.10 mcg0.40 mcg
0
63.7
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Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
8.00 mg26.00 mg
0
318
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Omega 6s
29.00 mg63.00 mg
0
1689
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Sterol
Phytosterol
NANA
0
87
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Water Content
88.06 g88.98 g
0
95.23
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Ash
0.36 g0.30 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
42.00 kcal29.00 kcal
12
354
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Calories in Frozen Form
NA22.00 kcal
0
187
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Calories in Dried Form
NA267.00 kcal
32
747
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Calories in Canned Form
NA21.00 kcal
17
443
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Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
39.00 kcal22.00 kcal
17
461
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Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal250.00 kcal
49
420
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Calories in Pie
320.00 kcal285.00 kcal
80
450
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Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
All seasons
All seasons
Varieties
Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Seedless Variety
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Color
Pink, Red
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Inside Color
Pink
Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Succulent
Taste
Sweet, Tangy
Sour
Origin
Barbados
China, India
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Well-drained
Well-drained
Soil pH
6-85.5-6.5
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Humid, Warm
Hot, Sunny
Facts
Facts about
- Grapefruit is used to protect wooden tools due to its anti-fungal properties.
- It grows in clusters as grapes & hence called as grapefruit.
- This fruit tastes delicious when paired with fish, e.g. in fish salads.
- 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.
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, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Japan
United States of America
Top Exporter
United States of America
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus paradisi
Citrus limon
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Citrus
Citrus
Species
C. × paradisi
C. limon
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Citrus fruit