These
fruits have cooling thermal nature, they are very sour, astringent flavor and antiseptic. Perhaps these are the
most valuable fruits therapeutically speaking for people who have eaten a high-fat/protein diet.
Lemon destroys putrefactive bacteria in both the intestines and mouth; used to purify the breath. Its antiseptic, anti-microbial, and mucus-resolving action make it useful during dysentery, colds, flus, hacking coughs, and
parasite infestation.
Lemon and
lime have benefits the liver, encouraging the formation of bile, they improve
absorption of minerals, promote
weight loss, cleanse the blood, treat high blood pressure, thick, poorly circulating blood, and weak blood vessels.
Lime alleviates flatulence and indigestion in general. Lemon increases the production of fluids in the body. Its juice, diluted with water, is often used for reducing the effects of summer heat, calming the nerves, treating sore throat, cramps, and diabetes, which are often marked by
fluid deficiency.
Lemon is used externally to heal sores (apply juice), to relieve itching from insect bites (rub in juice), and to soften and reduce corns (poultice). One drop of fresh juice combined with warm water makes a cleansing eye wash. Generally,
limes can be substituted and are grown with
fewer chemicals. The citric acid content of lemons and limes is 4-6 times higher than oranges and at least three times that of grapefruit. Thus these
fruits should not be used by those with too much stomach acid or ulcers. Besides, citric acid thins the blood, and so
citrus should be used cautiously by those with weak blood signs such as pale complexion and tongue, insomnia, irritability, and thinness.
Start with 1-3 lemons daily for one week and increase according to need and desire (9-12 lemons daily can be tolerated by the robust person in need of their properties).
Lemon peel is used similarly to grapefruit peel, although it has stronger ability to move stagnant liver, while
lime peel has even more specific action on the liver.
