| Most Common Name: | Lemon | | Botanical
Name: | Citrus Limonum, Citrus Limon | | Also
Known As (other names): | Limon, Limoun, Limone |
Lemon - General description: Lemon is closely related to
Bergamot. The Lemon tree is hardly ever taller than 15 feet and somewhat untidy
with large evergreen leaves. Lemon is originally from India but has been grown
in the Mediterranean area for many centuries. This wide spread cultivation has
caused the development of many varieties of the hardy Lemon tree that is now
grown all over the world Lemon juice, fresh lemon fruit, lemon peel and
lemon essential oil (which is extracted from lemon peel) are all used in a
variety of applications as medicinal and culinary herbs. Lemons are high
in Vitamin C.
Lemon
Properties, or Lemon use in treatment of: | | Haemorrhoids | Varicose
veins | Diuretic | | Antihistaminic | | |
Lemon
Constituents: | | Below we list
reported constituents of this herb. This may not be complete as continuous
research constantly discovers new constituents. Where possible we also provide
information about constituents and their application, effect and side effects,
if any. We do not provide information on the interaction between constituents.
We do not give quantities of each individual constituent as these vary
considerably due to region and climate. By comparing the treatments above with
the constituent benefits below some indication of quantities can be gained. | | Essential
oil - See Lemon Essential Oil |
Coumarins: Coumarins are lactones of hydroxycinnamic
acids. Coumarins are lactones. There are many variations of coumarins: Furanocoumarins found in Angelica have a
spasmolitic effect but must be used with caution as they have a strong
phototoxic effect as has many of the Furanocoumarins (Warfarin a blood thinning
drug but also virulent rat poison, is a coumarin derivative). In general
coumarins have antifungal, hypotensive, anticoagulant and antimicrobial properties.
Many of the Coumarins are phototoxic and skin sensitising.
Lactones: A lactone is an Ester that's
functional group has become part of a ring structure with carbon atoms.
Lactones are widely present in the plant kingdom and many are expectorants and
febrifuges. |
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Hesperidin: One of the Flavanoids, Hesperidin is effective in
reducing permeability of blood vessels and are used in the treatment of vascular
disorders.
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Flavonoids: Flavonoids occur (as white and yellow plant pigments
found almost as commonly as chlorophyll) as Glycosides or in a free state. In
plants it is essential for protecting plant tissue from UV radiation and acts as
antioxidants. As pigments it is also responsible for Autumn colors in leaves and
yellow/red pigmentation in flowers. Laboratory experiments have been
conducted on the beneficiary effect of Flavonoids on the heart and circulatory
system. Flavonoids are also used to mitigate stress, especially environmental
stress. Flavonoids are often used for their antioxidant effect against free
radicals. There are also strong indications that they have antiviral,
anti-inflammatory and anti-hypertensive properties but dosage has not been
determined which will obviously have a profound effect on their efficacy as a
component of this herb. |
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Vitamin C:
A water soluble white crystalline vitamin.
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) is best known
for its infection fighting properties (popular as a remedy for flu's and colds)
but it plays two other vital roles in the body: it is crucial in the formation
of collagen (the protein that is responsible for strong joints and bones as well
as a healthy skin) and it plays a role in the formation of red blood cells.
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that
protects the body from free radicals. It is used by many to improve fertility as
it is believed to protect genetic substances due to its antioxidant properties
and improves sperm health quality and production.
Natural sources of vitamin c is most
berries, tomatoes, citrus fruit and fresh green leafy vegetables.
Collagen: Not a constituent of a plant or
other natural remedy this substance is so essential to the body that it warrants
description.
Collagen is a fibrous protein that forms the fibers of
skin, tendons ligaments and bones. This fibrous "mat" or collage is responsible
for the strength of teeth and bones, strength of cell walls and the underlying
structural make-up of the skin. Collagen makes up almost a third of all protein
in the body.
With age (assisted by sun-damage) the collagen fibers in
the skin become rigid and the body gradually loses its ability to repair or
rejuvenate these collagen fibers (as a result of a weakening, hardening or even
breakdown of the very fine capillaries that feed the skin). |
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Lemon
Contraindications, do not use if: | | | | | | | | | | We
at Beneforce are certainly not experts in the use of every herb. In our studies
and research we do come across warnings that a herb should not be used in
certain circumstances or for certain conditions and ailments. Where possible we
will reflect these on our pages but cannot guarantee that for any herb our list
of contraindications are complete or valid. We urge that you consult an
appropriate and knowledgeable practitioner before treatment. |
Lemon is
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