Eating Healthier in Today's World

The Versatile Healthy Lemon 

I love the taste of lemons.  The acid tanginess of the lemon especially when paired with something sweet really sets my taste buds tingling.  They are really versatile as they can be used with fish, or in drinks or as part of some great desserts.  I especially like a tangy hummus with lots of lemon juice.   And they are inexpensive and plentiful- but one of the best things about lemons is that they have some awesome health benefits.  As part of my New Year's Resolutions, I wanted to find heathier solutions using natural product and I ran across this great post that lauded the benefits of using lemons.  To me it's a Win Win solution!  

In case you didn't know here on some of the health benefits of lemons thanks to post by Elise Grant

• Lemon is an excellent and rich source of vitamin C, an essential nutrient that protects the body against immune system deficiencies.
• Lemons contain pectin fiber which is very beneficial for colon health and also serves as a powerful antibacterial.
• It balances and maintains the pH levels in the body.
• Having warm lemon juice early in the morning helps flush out toxins.
• It helps soothe the digestive system.
• It aids digestion and encourages the production of bile.
• It conditions and cleanses the liver.
• It is a great source of citric acid, potassium, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium.
• It helps prevent the growth and multiplication of pathogenic bacteria that cause infections and diseases.
• It helps reduce pain and inflammation in joints and knees as it dissolves uric acid.
• It helps cure the common cold.
• The potassium content helps nourish brain and nerve cells.
• It liquefies the bile and also helps regulate the excess flow of bile.
• It strengthens the liver by providing energy to the liver enzymes when they are too dilute.
• It helps balance the calcium and oxygen levels in the liver.
• It can help relieve the problem of indigestion and excess gas.
• In case of a heart burn, taking a glass of concentrated lemon juice can give relief.
• In case of pregnant and lactating women, lemon juice will help build strong bones in a child, due to its calcium content.
• It helps dissolve gall bladder stones and other calcium deposits that are dangerous to the body.
• It is of immense benefit to the skin and it prevents the formation of wrinkles and acne.
• It helps maintain the health of the eyes and helps fight against eye problems.
• It aids in the reduction of phlegm (mucus) produced by the body.
• It has an alkalizing effect on the body.
• It helps control the spreading of unhealthy bacteria in the gut.
• Aids in the production of digestive juices.
• It helps purify the blood.
• Lemon juice helps replenish body salts especially after a strenuous workout session.
• It can treat a sore throat. Gargle with warm lemon water to help ease a sore throat.

• Along with adding more lemon to my diet and am also trying to drink more water to which I am adding lemons to as well, so I am getting the benefit of rehydrating myself more as weIl as all the great additional health benefits from the lemons in it.  I also thought I would include some of my favourite recipes that includes lemons as well,  So, as we get started on the New Year and our goals, try a simple step by adding in a lemon to your diet, and get healthy!

• Tangy Lemon Chicken Recipe      Whole Wheat Lemon Bundt Cake          Lemon Tart Filling