When Life gives you a lemon......

Are you a vitamin water junky? Have you been paying $2-$4 a bottle for a "fortified" water drink?

Well why not make your own vitamin water that comes straight from mother nature herself, save a few bucks and actually know what is in that water?! 

Novel idea , right? Are you ready for this?

FREEZE YOUR LEMONS!

We all know that lemons are loaded with Vitamin C (helps to neutralize free radicals linked to aging and most types of disease, as well as fight colds and flu). But did you know that lemons contain more health-benefitting nutrients than other citrus fruits like oranges or tangerines?

They contain citric acid, flavonoids, B-complex vitamins, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and fiber. Surprisingly, the lemon peel contains as much as 5 to 10 times more vitamins than the lemon juice.

My nickname is Lemon, I use it everywhere everywhere, love love love it!!

Below is a list of some of the many benefits of this powerful and flavorful little fruit:

• Lemons contain more potassium than apples or grapes.

• Lemons help restore balance to the body’s pH. Start your day with clean water and  the juice of 1/2 a lemon. 

• Lemons help detoxify the liver and improve regularity. Yes, a glass of purified water with fresh lemon juice is an important way to start the day.

• The citric acid in lemon juice helps to dissolve gallstones, calcium deposits, and kidney stones.

• The lemon peel contains the potent phytonutrient tangeretin, which has been proven to be effective for brain disorders like Parkinson’s disease.

• Lemons have powerful antibacterial properties; experiments have found the juice of lemons destroy the bacteria of malaria, cholera, diphtheria, typhoid and other deadly diseases. They can also destroy intestinal worms.

• The Vitamin P (bioflavonoid) in lemons strengthens blood vessels and is useful in treating high blood pressure.

• Lemons contain 22 anti-cancer compounds, including naturally occurring limonene, which studies have shown slows or halts the growth of cancer tumors in animals.

As we make our way through spring and the heat of summer, throw a couple of lemons into the freezer and grate your way to a thirst quenching and refreshing drink while boosting your health! And GRATING frozen lemons is not just good for wetting the whistle! Try grating into your favorite dishes; seafood, chicken, pasta, salads, soups or just about anything that would be sassier with a little citrus twist! Of course, put the chopped lemon (at least 1/2, including the peel) in your morning green smoothie - its flavor with dominate and you'll feel sunny and fresh.

Here's to great squeezing your way to a better healthier you!!!