1. Lemon being a citrus fruit, fights against infection. It helps in production of WBCs and antibodies in blood which attacks the invading micro organisms and prevents infection....


⁠2. Lemon is an antioxidant which deactivates the free radicals preventing many dangerous diseases like stroke, cardiovascular diseases and cancers. ⁠

⁠3. Lemon lowers blood pressure and increases the levels of HDL (high-density lipoprotein) (good cholesterol) . ⁠

⁠4. Lemon is found to be anti-carcinogenic which lower the rates of colon, prostate, and chest cancer. They prevent faulty metabolism in the cell, which can predispose a cell to becoming carcinogenic. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠

5. Lemon juice is said to give a glow to the skin.

⁠6. A few drops of lemon juice in hot water are believed to clear the digestive system and purify liver as well.
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⁠7. The skin of lemon dried under the sun and then ground to make powder can be applied to the hair for a⁠ few minutes before bath which relieves head ache and cools the body.
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⁠8. Applying lemon juice to acne dries the existing ones and prevents from getting more.
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9. Lemon juice acts as a natural hair lightener and skin bleach which reduces the pigment melanin and prevents the risk of chemical allergic reactions which is common with hair dyes and bleaches.
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⁠10. Lemon juice is given to relieve gingivitis, stomatitis, and inflammation of the tongue.
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11. Lemon juice is given to prevent common cold.
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⁠12. Lemon juice is given to prevent or treat urinary tract infection and gonorrhea.
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⁠13. Lemon juice is applied to the sites of bites and stings of certain insects to relieve its poison and pain.
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⁠14. Lemon juice relieves colic pain and gastric problems.

⁠⁠15. Lemon juice soothes the dry skin when applied with little glycerin.

⁠⁠16. Lemon juice used for marinating seafood or meat kills bacteria and other organisms present in them, thereby prevents many gastrointestinal tract infections.
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17. Lemon juice with a pinch of salt (warm) every morning lowers cholesterol levels and brings down your weight.
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⁠18. Lemon juice is the best drink to prevent dehydration and shock in case of diarrhea.
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⁠19. Lemon juice can also be used as a mouthwash. It removes plaque, whitens the teeth and strengthens the enamel.
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⁠20. A table spoon on thick lemon syrup everyday relieves asthma.
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⁠21. Lemon juice relieves chilblains and itchy skin.
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⁠22. Gargling lemon juice relieves throat infection and also used as a treatment for diphtheria.
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⁠23. Lemon juice is an excellent treatment for dandruff and greasy hair.
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⁠24. Lemon applied over the face removes wrinkles and keeps you young.
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⁠25. Lemon juice helps to prevent and cure osteoarthritis.
source http://healthbutton..com/2013/07/25-health-benefits-of-lemons-you-should.html