Did YOU Know That A Lemon Is A Hybrid?!
Yeah, Lemons are man-made. Lemons do not grow naturally in the wild. Lemon (citrus limon) is a hybrid of bitter orange (bitter orange is a hybrid of Pommelo (citrus maxima) ) , mandarin (citrus riticulata) and citron (citrus medica). Lemons are a hybrid of these plants! A total of 3!
What Is Hybridization?
* According to dictionary.com, hybridization is the process of an animal or plant breeding with another species or variety. (Link to Dictionary meaning for the word hybridization)
Hybridization alters nutrient makeup, or genetic code, like the vitamins, minerals, proteins, and fats. Hybridization also messes with the phytonutrient makeup of plants which possess much of the cancer fighting and disease fighting compounds! Adopting a diet of less hybridized plants and fruit is important for an optimal life!
Is Hybridized Lemon Healthy For You?
Although being genetically manipulated, lemons have great benefits in their phytonutrients that help our bodies heal. Lemons supply a large percentage of the daily recommended value of vitamin C.
Lemons are low in plant life meaning that they lack nutrient levels because of hybridization, regardless of this manipulation lemons carry phytonutrients that are beneficial to the body.
Plants use phytonutrients to protect themselves from bacteria, fungus, and viruses. By ingesting these phytonutrients they will do the same inside our body as they do inside plants.
Squeezing Lemon Juice In Water?
Lemons and limes are known for their acidic level. They have a pH around 2. When drinking lemon water, the acidic water is digested by the body helping the body become more alkalized.
* The only problem that my arise for drinking lemon water only happens to people with digestive issues. The gut is leaky, not functioning properly. Those who suffer from indigestion, heart burn, or acid reflux I advise you skip this drink.
Why Is Alkalizing Your Body Good?
Alkalizing your body mean you are creating balance in your body. Maintaining a balanced body is important for a healthy long, and clean life. Benefits of alkalizing your body helps heart health, bone health, less frequent illnesses, prevent dis-eases, and reversal of nutrient deficiencies.
Information where I read this from:
http://www.naturallifeenergy.com/lemon-vs-lime/