Introduction of Lemon: (Introduction of Lemon)

What is a lemon? (Nimbu kya hai?)

You must have seen this fruit and must have eaten it too. Lemon is such a plant whose every part can be used. The nutrients found in it are very beneficial for your body. It is used in jams and dishes. It also enhances the taste of your food. Like in dal baati.

Lemon is a treasure trove of medicinal properties. Its juice is used to make everything from tasty dishes to various kinds of sherbets. Even though lemon is sour in taste, it has many benefits. The use of lemon can be beneficial for the body in many ways. Lemon is a source of vitamin C which is used in many diseases.

We will not only tell you the properties of lemon, but will also tell you in what ways lemon can be used. In this article, both the benefits and disadvantages of lemon have been explained in detail.

Ayurveda has mentioned many good things about lemon. You can use lemon to get rid of stomach worms, to get relief from stomach pain, to increase appetite, to cure pitta and kaphaj disorders, as well as to get benefits in many other diseases. Below, all the benefits of lemon have been explained for you in very simple words. Let's know about lemon.

External appearance (Morphology) (Nimbu ki akriti)

It is a medium sized bushy plant. Its bark is brown and smooth. Its leaves are shiny green and pointed. Its leaves smell good when crushed. Its flowers are pink and white in colour and fragrant. Its fruits are round and oval in shape. Its seeds are numerous and smooth and white in colour. Its flowering period is from April to May and fruiting period is from May to June.

Lemon Nutrients (Nutritional properties of lemon)

• Calcium
• Potassium
• Fiber
• Carbohydrates
• Iron
• Phosphorus
• vitamin C
• Zinc
• Copper
• Selenium
• Vitamin B6
• Sugar
• Manganese

Types of lemonsor (Lime species)

1. Bijouri Lemon
2. lemon
3. Jammiri lemon,
4. sweet lemon etc

Common names of lemon

Lemon Ayurvedic properties of lemon Ayurvedic properties)

Lemon  Medicinal benefits and uses of lemon (Nimbu ke fayde or upyog)

Benefits of lemon for mouth ulcers

• If you have any type of ulcers like ulcers on tongue and gums, rub lemon peel on it. This gives relief in tongue ulcers and gum problems.

Benefits of lemon for dandruff (Lemon for hair)

• If you have hair problems then you can use lemon. Grind lemon juice with amla and apply on hair to prevent dandruff and also stop hair fall.

when feeling more thirsty

• If you have the problem of excessive thirst then drinking lemon sherbet can help solve the problem of excessive thirst.

Useful in eye pain (Lemon for eyes)

• If you are having pain and burning sensation in your eyes then mix lemon juice with iron rod and when it becomes thin then apply it around the eyes, it will solve the problem of eye pain.

Useful in stomach ache Lemon (Lemon for stomach ache)

• If due to any reason you are having stomach ache then grinding and eating raw lemon peel gives relief from stomach ache.
•  Apart from this, consuming a mixture of lemon juice, lime water and honey provides relief from stomach ache.

In Vomiting

• If you vomit after eating food or feel like vomiting then drinking fresh lemon juice helps in relieving vomiting.
• Apart from this, adding ginger and a little black salt to lemon and drinking it helps in relieving indigestion and constipation. 

in distaste Lemon

• If you do not feel hungry or do not want to eat then you should use lemon. For this, mixing lemon juice with water, cloves and black pepper and consuming it relieves indigestion.
• Apart from this, cut it and sprinkle black salt on it. Licking it also cures the problem of loss of appetite.

In Obesity Lemon (Lemon for obesity)

• The use of lemon is beneficial in reducing obesity. Drinking 2 teaspoons of lemon and 1 teaspoon of honey in 200 ml lukewarm water in the morning on an empty stomach reduces obesity.

Use of lemon when the spleen is enlarged (Lemon for spleen)

• By eating lemon pickle the enlarged spleen becomes normal.
• Besides this, spleen related disorders can be cured by consuming the juice of this fruit mixed with equal quantity of Palandu juice.

in patients with liver disease (Lemon for liver)

• If you have any liver related problems, then mix its juice and sugar candy in lukewarm water and drink it like tea in the morning. This helps the liver to function properly and cures liver disorders.
• Liver related disorders can be cured by consuming the juice of this fruit mixed with equal quantity of Palandu juice.
• Mix roasted carom seeds and rock salt according to taste in its juice. Its consumption is beneficial in liver related diseases.

In Jaundice (Lemon for jaundice)

• If you are suffering from jaundice then applying lemon juice on the eyes provides relief from jaundice.

In skin disease (Lemon for skin)

• If you have any kind of skin disease like ringworm, itching, black spots on the skin etc., you can get rid of these by cutting and rubbing it. Also, skin disorders can be cured by using lemon juice daily.

Benefits of lemon in ringworm

• Grinding the root of Karonda in its juice and applying it gives instant relief from itching.
• Add lemon juice to a glass of boiled milk and glycerin and leave it for half an hour. Applying it on the body is beneficial in curing dry skin and other skin diseases.

For acne and wrinkles

• Mix honey with its juice and apply it on the face. This cures pimples and wrinkles on the face.
• Apart from this, mix lemon, basil and black kansaudi juice in equal amounts and keep it in the sun. When it thickens, rub it on your face. It will cure your pimples.

in fever (Lemon for fever)

• If you have fever then mix lemon juice and chiraita decoction and drink it little by little, it will cure seasonal fever.
•  For this, by mixing Palandu juice in equal quantity with the juice of this fruit and consuming it, even severe fever gets cured.

In Cholera

• Consuming its juice twice a day before meals or consuming the juice mixed with sugar candy is beneficial in cholera.

on insect bites

• If a person has been bitten by a poisonous insect like scorpion, mosquito etc., applying lemon juice reduces the effect of the poison.

Lemon is useful in curing insanity

• To get rid of madness, applying lemon juice on the head helps in getting rid of madness.

Lemon is useful in getting rid of stomach worms (Lemon for stomach bugs)

• If you have worms in your stomach, you should drink lemon juice to get rid of them. This can kill the worms that develop inside the intestines due to typhoid, cholera, etc.

Useful in diarrhea (Lemon for diarrhea)

• Everyone is troubled by diarrhea. If you want to get rid of this problem then you should use lemon. For this, drinking lemon juice twice a day gives relief from diarrhea.

Lemon is useful in pitta disorders

• To cure pittaja disorders, drinking lemon juice mixed with sugar candy helps in relieving pittaja disorders.

To reduce inflammation inside the bladder (Nimbu about urinary problems)

• If you consume a mixture of lemon juice and coconut juice, the swelling goes away and along with it, kidney swelling, high blood pressure and swelling of the uterus also go away.

In digestion (Lemon for digestion)

• Lemon is a good digestive, hence it keeps your digestion healthy. It also helps in purifying the body. Hence it also helps in protecting from pollution.   

To increase immunity (Lemon for immunity)

• If anyone has a weak immune system, they should use lemon. Due to the presence of vitamin C in it, it also helps in increasing your immunity.

Lemon to get relief from anemia (Lemon for anemia)

• Consuming lemon in anemia helps increase the iron content in the blood as it contains vitamin C which helps in increasing the absorption of iron.

To get relief from heart diseases (Lemon for heart)

• If you want to get rid of heart related diseases then you can consume lemon for this. Due to the presence of vitamin-C and anti-oxidant properties in it, it is also beneficial for the heart.

Use lemon in stress

• Stress is a problem that occurs due to the aggravation of the Vata dosha. Due to its Vata properties, it helps in reducing stress. 

Useful in urinary tract disease

• Mix lemon juice in boiled water. Its consumption cures the problem of bleeding in urine or burning sensation or swelling in urine.

Useful in typhoid (Lemon for typhoid)

• Divide lemon into two parts. Fill one part with crushed black pepper and rock salt. Fill the other part with sugar candy. Heat both and suck them. This cures typhoid that occurs after the rainy season.

To prevent cancer Lemon (Lemon for cancer)

• There are certain elements found in lemon that can protect you from cancer. Therefore, lemon should be included in your diet.

In respiratory problems (Nimbu for breathing disorder)

• Lemon juice cures breathing problems. It soothes a person suffering from asthma. It is rich in vitamin C and hence cures breathing problems.

Useful in diabetes (Lemon for diabetes)

• If anyone is suffering from diabetes, he can get rid of diabetes by using its juice. Or he can include lemon in his diet.

Lemon is useful in kidney stone (Lemon for kidney calculus)

• Consuming lemon prevents the formation of kidney stones because lemon extract does not allow the calcium oxalate particles to accumulate in the kidneys.

Important parts of Lemon)

• Fruit
• leaf
• Seed

Dosages of Lemon)

• According to the doctor