A Healthy Life with Luscious Lemons

Lemons have been widely used over the centuries for their medical healing properties.

Although the lemon is known to be acidic, it has many properties that help digestive problems such as
nausea, heartburn and biliousness. It is also used to aid in the treatment of the lower intestine, as in constipation and to eliminate the infestation of worms

Lemon juice taken every day on an empty stomach stimulates the production of bile, which aids in digestion and sets up the whole system for the rest of the day as it acts as a liver tonic.

Lemon juice with honey, as we all know and have used for years, is used to reduces the severity of the common cold and flu-like viruses, relieve the symptoms of a sore throat, and help to keep a fever down.

The Vitamin C content in the lemon is high so if used regularly it helps prevent many infections and has a healing power of its own to heal open wounds.

Lemons are also used as a diuretic and are good for people who suffer from urinary tract infections and also aids in the relief of arthritis and rheumatism.

Lemon balms are often used to relieve the pain of menstrual cramps, reduce dizziness and lower high blood pressure.

The lemon oil when concentrated is used to uplift the spirits especially during menopause and times of depression.
It is also said to clear the mind and create focus.

Over all Lemons should play a more active role in our daily diets as they have so many beneficial powerful properties.

Oh to the powers of the Lemon.

Instead of buying expensive creams and toners over the counter why not use lemons to make yourself look beautiful.

A Mask
Mix a few drops of lemon juice with a teaspoon of honey and sweet almond oil to make a mask.
Apply to the face and leave to dry for 20 mins then wash off.

A Toner
A toner can be made by mixing lemon juice,vodka and witch hazel together. Used every night before applying night cream.

An Exfoliator
To exfoliate your skin with lemons rub cut lemons dipped in sugar over the face,leave for a few minutes,then wash off.
Use every night.
This removes dead skin cells to refresh your skin.

Blackhead Removal
Rub lemon juice over your face, at night and wash off in the morning.This will reduce the amount of blackheads you have especially if done regularly.

As a Moisturizer
Dilute lemon juice with water or use a moist cotton ball and use all over your face and body .
Use on those dry areas, the elbows and knees
This makes for great allover inexpensive moisturizer.

Try these natural skin care formulas with lemons and you will notice the difference.

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