Lemons are one of the most consumed fruits in our planet, mostly because they are great source of C-vitamin which is beneficial to our diet. They also improve our moods, and besides, we all love a good old lemon cake and lemon sweets!
There are also many benefits that lemons can provide if we slice them in half and leave them to stay overnight. Here are the benefits that the sliced lemons can give you if you put them in your bedroom for a night:
- They will cleanse the air and leave a pleasant smell
- They will help you to beat your hangover and tiredness
- They keep your mind sharp and active
- They will improve your breathing (help those with asthma)
- They will energize your body
Dr. J.V. Hebbar at the Alva’s Ayurveda Medical College also suggests the lemon essential oil because of these benefits:
- Strengthens Immunity
The oil helps us to treat cold more effectively and does miracles to our immune system. It also improves the lymphatic drainage if rubbed on the neck, mixed with some carrier oil like coconut oil.
- Weight Loss
Using lemon as a diet addition to our food helps with losing weight. You can add 2 drops of lemon essential oil into warm water and drink it in the morning, it will give you the boost.
- Improves Mood
As we mentioned above, lemons boost your mood, it’s the same for the essential lemon oil.
- Teeth Whitener
Mix some baking soda, lemon and coconut oil and rub your teeth to whiten up. Use this method for more than 2 weeks to see the results.
- Natural Disinfectant
Create a mixture of white vinegar, 40 drops of lemon oil and 20 drops of tea oil in 16 oz. water and pour the mixture into spray bottle. Spray the shower and the countertops to clean them off and remove mold.
- Facial Skin Cleaner
Lemon helps improving the skin complexion and treats skin issues. Use lemon oil for a mixture of baking soda and honey to treat acne and create a smooth skin.
- Clean Hands
Add a few drops into your regular soap and wash your hands to eliminate grease faster.
- Eliminates Sticky Stuff
Use lemon oil to remove sticky stains left from tapes, bubblegum or stickers.
- Wood And Silver Polisher
Soak a small cotton cloth in lemon oil and rub the silver jewelry or any wood surface to make them shine.
- Laundry Detergent
Add a few drops of lemon to whiten the white clothes and give a nice smell and neutralize the dirty clothes while washing.