Lime

Lime is a citrus that is mistaken for a variety of lemon. The resemblance between the two fruits is real, but they are completely different plants.

Their composition is also similar, but lime is characterized by even more useful properties than its yellow counterpart.

Carbohydrates and dietary fiber in green citrus are many, and proteins and fats (including fatty acids) are present in small quantities. Lime also contains: essential oils, organic acids, phytonutrients, vitamins E, K, PP, A, C, group B, beta-carotene. The richness of minerals is valuable, it includes potassium, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, manganese, sodium, iron, zinc, selenium.

Vitamin C in lime is more than the amount of the element in oranges and lemons, so the consumption of green citrus maintains youth. In combination with potassium, the amount of which is also not to be underestimated, ascorbic acid prevents the development of atherosclerosis and premature aging of cells. In addition, it strengthens the walls of blood vessels, normalizes blood cholesterol levels, stimulates the process of collagen production (so the skin remains elastic for a long time).

Healing properties

Citrus fights varicose veins by eliminating swelling and relieving the disease. For this purpose, thin slices of the fruit are placed on the respective place, which are tightened with the help of an elastic bandage, for example.
The procedure is very useful in initial varicose veins.

Lime is also helpful for the nervous system, maintaining its normal functioning, as it has a calming effect and improves mood. It is also called a natural tranquilizer.

Scientists have found that the use of green citrus eliminates causeless irritation, reduces anxiety, eliminates depression no worse than many drugs. Therefore, it is good to drink lime juice in such conditions.

Appetite and digestion are significantly improved with regular consumption of the fruit: the intestines begin to work better thanks to the action of organic acids, essential oils and pectins; constipation disappears; food is more easily digested and toxins are excreted more actively by the body.

The high content of vitamin C and other fat-burning active substances make lime a preferred product in the fight against excess weight.

Juice of 2-3 fruits is diluted with 200 milliliters of warm water and the liquid is drunk twice a day immediately after its preparation. After 1-2 weeks you will enjoy a slimmer figure. The drink is not suitable for people suffering from gastrointestinal diseases.

In addition, citrus improves the composition of the blood. Of the organic acids, malic and citric are the most represented, and they play an important role in the absorption of iron, stimulating the process of hematopoiesis.

Lime has a lot of calcium and phosphorus, which in turn prevents plaque and tartar from forming on the teeth, prevents caries, destroys bacteria, strengthens the enamel, whitens teeth and even some damage disappears.

When children consume the fruit, their teeth grow faster, become flatter and more beautiful.

The combination of calcium and phosphorus has a good effect on the condition of the gums.

Comparing lime and lemon (which also has whitening properties), we must say that the former is more active, does not corrode tooth enamel and does not harm the beneficial microflora of the oral cavity.

In case of colds, flu, pneumonia and other health problems related to reduced immunity, the intake of green citrus helps to ease the course of the disease and speed up recovery. It also strengthens the body's defenses and makes it more resistant to infections and adverse environmental effects.