The health benefits of Lemon Zest

 The health benefits of Lemon Zest 

Lemons are one of the Healthiest Fruits in the world packed full of Vitamin C, however did you know that the outer Yellow Peel of the fruit also has some amazing Health Benefits. In fact the Lemon Peel itself contains 5 to 10 times more Nutrients than the juice of the fruit which is why you should never throw this away, Simply by using a fine grater you can remove the Zest from the Fruit and use this in Delicious Health Tonics and recipes. 

In today article we will explore 20 facts and benefits of Lemon Zest and its many Uses. 

1. Cancer Prevention Lemon Zest contains Salvestrol q40 and Limonene two natural Chemicals that help to fight Cancer Cells. You can also make a delicious herbal tea by simply steeping Lemon peels in Hot Water for two to three minutes and then drink.

2. Bone Health Grate lemon zest and mix with cold water infuse this Overnight in the Refrigerator this drink is loaded with Vitamin C and Calcium which helps to strengthen the Bones it also helps to prevent Bone related Diseases like Osteoporosis or Arthritis 

3. Oral Health Both Lemon Juice and its peels are excellent to protect the mouth from Gingivitis and Gum Disease they are loaded with Flavonoids, Citric Acid and Vitamin C which, keeps the Gum Tissue Healthy also Protecting the Teeth from Damage. However Lemon Juice is quite Acidic so always water it down before consuming as it can damage your Teeth.

4. Healthy Lips Grate The Outer Peel of the Fruit with a fine grater and collect the fine Yellow Flakes this zest can be mixed with a little Petroleum Jelly to make a Homemade Lip Balm. The Lemon Zest gives the balm a Refreshing flavor, and its Vitamin C helps to Heal Chapped Lips 

5. Cleaner To Make A Household Cleaner soak lemon Peels in white Vinegar in a jar let this sit for two weeks and then, strain mix this with the same amount of water and use to clean surfaces and removing tough dirt. Studies showed that Lemon peels kill harmful Bacteria and Fungus from surfaces 

6. Insect Repellent Gently Score Lemon Peels using a fork and then rub them against door frames and windows to keep bugs out the natural Limonene Oils in the peel act as a natural bug repellent 

7. Immune System Lemon Peels are fantastic Immune Boosters which can help to protect your body from infections Diseases and free radical damage. The Limonene and Vitamin C acts as Antioxidants which promotes a healthy and youthful body 

8. Fish Flavoring We recommend grating Lemon Zest mix this with some Almond Flour and Dried Parsley use this to add a Crumb to Delicious fish like Salmon Trout or Hake and Cook the Zest adds a fresh and inviting flavor to any Fish 

9. Heart Health Research suggests that flavonoids Vitamin C and Pectin found In Lemon peels may reduce the risk of Heart Disease the natural Oils in this Peel helps to Lower Blood Sugars and Triglycerides.

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10. Freshener Leave A few slices of sliced Lemon peel in the refrigerator this acts as a Deodorizer and makes it smell wonderfully Fresh the Peel also absorbs bad smells so replace this weekly to make your Microwave smell fresh again add some Lemon Peels to a bowl of water Microwave for three to five minutes and then let it sit for 30 minutes 

11. Lemon Butter To make a delicious Lemon Butter simply mix fresh grass-fed Butter with Grated Lemon Zest and roll into a Sausage in cling film let this cool in the Refrigerator and then slice it into disc shapes to add to your Meats and Healthy dishes.

12. Stomach Health Lemon Peels also have Cancer-Fighting properties due to their Vitamin C Liponene and Flavonoid content these help to prevent Stomach Cancer in particular when consumed as part of a healthy diet Sprinkling a little grated Zest in water is a great way to support a Healthy Stomach and Digestive system.

13. Jewellery To clean stubborn stains from Jewelry or cutlery simply polish them using lemon peels the natural oils helps to bring out a sparkling shine.

14. Fingernails You can also rub the peels against the Fingernails as a natural Buffing agent this helps to whiten them and make them look healthy.

15. Hand Freshener Garlic Onions and other foods can leave a strong smell on the hands which is difficult to remove rubbing lemon Peels between the Fingers and Palms helps to remove bad Odors.

16. Gallstones Studies show that the Natural oil found in Lemon Peels may help to dissolve Gallstones. We recommend blending the whole lemon including the peel with some water strain this to remove the Solids and freeze in an ice cube tray place one of these Ice cubes in a Glass of water each day to take in the Benefits of the entire Lemon.

17. Cleaning Dishes Lemon Peel can also be used to help clean your dishes. Simply throw a handful into your washing up bowl with Hot water the Citric Acid helps to clean your Utensils and Plates.

18. Sweat Stains Sweat Stains on clothing can be removed by rubbing the white pith beneath the peel against the fabric give them a Vigorous Scrub soak in a little Lemon Juice and let them sit overnight before washing.

19. Kettle Cleaner Fill your kettle with water and lemon peels and bring to the boil to remove mineral deposits let the water sit for one to two hours before rinsing this is amazing for removing lime scale.

20. Other Uses To get Lemon Zest into your body we recommend Freezing some Lemons Grate the outer peel to use in Soups, Drinks, Marinades and sauces you can also make a Delicious Lemon pepper by Dehydrating lemon peels in the oven thinly slice them and mix with sea salt and Peppercorns in a grinder for an Amazing seasoning. 

In italy Lemon Peels are used to make limoncello an alcoholic drink with a strong distinctive taste as you can see lemon peels have some amazing health benefits and uses around the home always remember to use only unwaxed lemons as these are healthier for your body. 

If you wish you can also use Lime Peels for a different flavor and aroma these have similar benefits and are absolutely delicious to learn more about nutrition and healthy foods please see our other articles thank you very much for reading. for more healthy videos follow us i wish you great health wealth and happiness.