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How Can You Tell the Difference Between Lemons and Limes?
Remember that line in that XTC classic, Senses Working Overtime, which muses on one trying to tell the difference between a lemon and lime, then you can appreciate that's exactly the same sentiment I share. The trouble is, it's not just simple lemons and limes we're talking about here. The fact is that there are literally hundreds of varieties of edible citrus, of which I have only sampled a paltry dozen or so. And the difference between each fruit are so distinct and so subtle, down to the aromatic crushed leaf and zest, that it seems that the public, overwhelmed by this dizzying variety, has settled for a either a regrettably generic lemon and her counterpart lime. Well, I'm here to testify, humbly, to just a few observations I have made over the years in regard to citrus, in particular the sour kind (which most tend to be).
Here are just a few questions to ponder: Have you ever had key lime pie? Was it bright green? If so, it wasn't key lime pie. In fact, key limes are indeed limes but they are small and rather yellowish. And it is very troublesome to juice enough of them to make a pie. Have you ever had tom yam kun? Well, if it was authentic, one of the many fresh seasonings that complicate this wonderful soup are lime leaves. It also calls for limejuice to give it its distinctive tartness. But go figure- the leaves and the juice come from different varieties of lime! It must be important.
As for lemons, I'll admit that just about all I'm familiar with are the humble sour and generic ones that can be found in markets the world over. The only difference to me so far is whether they are seedy or not. I seriously doubt that this is the real difference with lemons in nature. Someday I will find out. For now, lemons remain popular because in culinary terms they are the feminine equivalent to the bold, tough to tame presence of lime. In other words, lemons wedges are used to make food savory without demanding the acknowledgement that limes do. I think that's a main difference between a lemon and a lime. Limes are bold and boastful.
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Health benefits of drinking Lemon Juice this summer by Medimanage.com
India is renowned for its brutally hot summers and with the sun coming out in full force this time every year, people turn to drinks to refresh themselves and seek some respite from the heat. While the market remains perennially flooded with drinks that promise to cool you down, nothing comes even close to the small-round, very cheap lemon juice which not only refreshes you but also provides amazing health benefits!
How is the lemon healthy?
Small. Round. Cheap. Healthy. Garnisher…. are just some of the adjectives that are applied to the Lemon. But still many remain unawares of the health benefits that this little citrus fruit can grant! This innocuous looking fruit comes packed to the brims with Vitamin C, an important vitamin needed by the body to function normally. But other than Vitamin C it also contains other vitamins in high amounts such as Riboflavin, Vitamin B, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorous and many proteins and carbohydrates. To put it simply, the little yellow lemon that we know is actually a pocket dynamo when it comes to granting health benefits.
Following is a list of 6 health benefits that are provided by the tangy tasting lemon juice,
Helps with High blood pressure: Lemon belonging to the citrus fruits family, comes loaded with Vitamin C and Potassium, both of which are found lacking in a High Blood Pressure patient and both of which help control blood pressure. The high Potassium content also helps those suffering from heart problems immensely as potassium helps in maintaining a normal heart function.
Helps with mental stress: Lemon juice with its high levels of Vitamin C helps to reduce stress and depression. Individuals with a weak immune system are prone to lose Vitamin C from their bodies whenever they are faced with stress. Plus lemon juice has a very calming effect on our nerves, making it the ideal drink whenever faced with high levels of stress.
Helps to maintain healthy teeth: Fresh lime juice when applied on the gums helps in reducing tooth ache not only this but topical application of the same also stops the gums from bleeding. Lime juice also works wonders when it comes to alleviating bad breath and removing stains that form on the teeth due to plaque accumulation.
However, one is advised to exercise precaution when using lime juice for oral hygiene as it contain a high level of citric acid which can weaken or erode the enamel – protective covering found on the teeth.
Helps in reducing Cholesterol levels: Lemon Juice is an excellent natural choice when it comes to maintaining one's cholesterol levels! It helps raise the HDL cholesterol levels – good cholesterol levels and also stops the LDL cholesterol from being oxidized. The vitamin C found in abundance in lemon juice along with limonin, a liminoid found in citrus fruits help reduce the total cholesterol levels in those who have high cholesterol levels.
Helps to cure Throat Infections: Lemon juice has amazing anti-bacterial properties and gargling with lemon juice has proven to help with the curing of throat related infections such as sore throat, oral ulcers and tonsillitis. Drinking Lime juice daily has also proven to be quite beneficial for those suffering from peptic ulcers. To read more about Health benefits of drinking Lemon Juice this summer by Medimanage.com
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