Don\u2019t throw out those lemon peels!\u00a0 Most people don\u2019t realise how nutritionally valuable they are to support the immune system.\u00a0 It is well known that freshly squeezed lemon in a glass of water or cup of herbal tea has wonderful digestive and gut health benefits, but you may be surprised to find out that the lemon peel has very special medicinal properties that help the body combat infection.<\/p>\n
Lemon is an important medicinal plant of the family Rutaceae. Studies have found lemon peel is full of nutrients including Vitamin C, potassium, calcium, magnesium and pectin. Pectin is a soluble fibre which is great for gut health, weight loss and the cardiovascular system. \u00a0It brings more hydration to the bowel, which supports colon health and the microbiome.<\/p>\n
Lemon peel may even have several anti-cancer properties because it works to detox and neutralise acidic waste products and free radicals, which supports pH balance.<\/p>\n