Lemons

Lemons originally came from the Southeast of Asia. Now lemons are cultivated in many tropical and subtropical nations. Mexico is the main producing country of lemons. The lemon is round in shape and it is slightly elongated. The lemon’s pulp is pale yellow. When the lemon is ripen, Its color is bright yellow.

1. Variegated Pink Lemon

Variegated Pink Lemon is a very juicy fruit. Its pulp is a striking striped with deep green and its flesh is pink. A  variegated pink lemon tree can be planted in home gardens.

2. Verna Lemon 

Verna lemon are mostly cultivated in Spain. Verna lemon trees can grow in cooler countries. Verna lemon contains a few seeds and its color is bright yellow.

3. Bearss Lemon 

Bearss lemons are mostly cultivated in semi-tropical regions like Florida. Bearss lemons have juicy sour taste and it is bright yellow in color. Bearss Lemons trees have a fast growing time.

1. Lemon is used in different homemade remedies.
2. Lemon is used as a raw material for many medicine manufactures in the pharmaceutical industry.
3. Lemon juice is used as seasoning for soups, drinks, salads and fish dishes.
4. Lemon is used fresh for cooking.
5. Lemon is used in the manufacture of stain removers, detergents and perfumes.
6. Lemon is used in home cleaning hacks.

1. Fresh lemon contains a few calories which can help in weight loss.
2. Lemon is a good source of potassium and  vitamin C.
3. Lemon contain phytochemical components that may diminish the effect of cancer such as flavonoids, coumarins D-limonene and terpenes.
4. Lemon helps in preventing kidney stones by raising the urine’s citrate levels.
5. Lemon is high in fiber which can help in keeping blood glucose in line.