TOP 10 BENEFITS OF LIME

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Many people today don’t see lime as beneficial. This may be, because of its sour taste. This taste makes it unique and distinct than other citrus fruits.

 
The following are the benefits of lime over health;

The pulp of the lime taste sour and it contains twice the amount of the juice as the yellow,

1. Larger  lemon. The juice, as a drink, makes as one of the best thirst-quenchers. The acid content of lime is know to slow down the oxidation of the fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, thus preventing discoloration and acting as a preservative. 

2. Lime contains by far more vitamin C than the lemon. A glass of warm water with lime juice and a tablespoonful of honey is an ideal remedy cold and dry cough.

3. Lime is a pep-up in case of listlessness and rundown feeling due to vitamin deficiency. The pectin content in the fruit pulp is said to be beneficial in lowering of blood cholesterol.

4. The vitamin C content in lime increases the body’s resistance to disease, aids the healing of wounds and prevents damage to the eyes. It is also helpful in maintaining the health of the teeth and other bones of the body. It prevents the decay and the loosening of the teeth, dental carries, toothache, bleeding of the gum and fragility of the bones.

5. The rind of the fruit contains a volatile oil which is used in medicine for improving digestion and removing wind. It is highly beneficial in the treatment of digestive disorders.

6. The lime juice is of great value in constipation, when is taking first thing in the morning in a glass of warm water.

7. The citric acid limes has an alkaline reaction in the system which can relieve peptic ulcer.

8. Few drops of warm lime juice diluted with water should be instilled in the eye incase of conjunctivitis. Its regular use with rose water in the ratio of 1:4 is helpful in preventing old-age cataract.

9. Lime juice diluted in warm water was proven valuable in cystitis. It gives relief to burning sensation and also stops bleeding cystitis. It is also excellent in weight reduction. Fresh juice of a lime mixed in a glassful of water and sweetened with honey should be in the morning on empty stomach in case of OBESITY.

10. Lime contains LIMONE, this phytochemical are powerful detoxifiers with anti-biotic effect that is positive against bacteria poisoning. Lemon peels when rub on a dry or scally skin restore softness and add moisture to the skin.