Lemon is of the citrus family and its oil is extracted using the cold pressed method from the rind. A descendant of the citron fruit it finds its origins rooted in south Asia. It has been used historically as a food flavoring, perfume, and a wide variety of medical uses. Its popularity brought it over to the new world with the first settlers and is grown from coast to coast.
Some of the most
popular uses of lemon are:
Varicose veins, gall
stones, food flavoring, disinfectant, silver polish, hangovers, antidepressant
.
When
life gives you lemons make lemon oil. This bitter and misunderstood fruit is
as useful as it is sour. It would be a long list to cover the lemons many
medical uses. From fighting colds to fevers it is a go to oil for anyone
feeling under the weather. Historically used to fight food poisoning, malaria, and typhoid outbreaks. It is a must in any cleaning blend for everything from your woods to
your silvers. Lemon oil is also an excellent way to add flavor to your favorite
treat. Our friends at hey mommy have recipe to prove it!!
The lemon has many
benefits for the body and the mind. Lemon oil is a popular antidepressant and
promotes joy. So when you are feeling a little down lemon will pick you up. Not
only will it help to keep you happy but it will help to keep you focused too.
Lemon promotes clear thought and focus making it the perfect companion in the
classroom or in the office.
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Be well! -Kayla
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