Top

Citric Bliss

October 17, 2008


We often wonder what good the foods we eat are really doing to us. While we may think that the fruit we eat is just a nice, juice snack, the good it is doing to us is far from believable.

Vitamin C is an extremely important nutrient that ensures the well-being of the body. It helps in curing coughs and colds, and also boosts the overall immunity of the body. Vitamin C is found largely in citric fruits and vegetables.

When applied on the face, it feels very refreshing. It helps tone the skin and keeps it younger. It also has a bleaching action that helps keep the skin clearer and fairer, giving it more glow. Orange and citric extracts often form the base of many face packs and peels.

Citric fruits also have a preservative property that helps in keeping foods fresher longer naturally.
Citric products help lose weight. Since they are largely water based, fat content is minimal. Lemon is used well with warm water to help cut unwanted fat from the body.

Citric fruits help in reducing nausea. When combined with honey, lemon helps subside vomiting. Orange is another useful fruit to use to combat nausea. Fruits that are citric also help in improving digestion and give a refreshing after-taste.

Use citric fruits and vegetables in your daily diet regularly. Not only do they have a good taste, but also do much good to your body. You will find yourself feeling a whole lot better, and looking great too!


Comments

Got something to say? Join the conversation and leave a comment below.





What's More today?

Benefits of Riboflavin

Riboflavin is a type of B vitamin. Also known as, vitamin B2, riboflavin is an essential nutrient needed... 

Causes and Symptoms of Heel Spur

Heel Spur Heel spur is a hook shaped out growth of the heel bone. This out growth is made up of calcium... 

Remedies for Oral Candidiasis

Remedies for Oral Candidiasis Oral candidiasis is caused by a fungus called candida albicans. These... 

Causes And Solutions of Bed Wetting

Bedwetting, also known as nocturnal enuresis or urinary incontinence, is common in toddlers and young... 

Reducing Depression With Diet

The food you take can help to determine the state of your mind. Food craving is often associated with... 

Medicinal Uses of Licorice Root

Licorice is a native plant of Europe and Asia. The botanical name of licorice is glycyrrhiza glabra.... 

Health Benefits of Pantothenic Acid

Vitamin B complex comprises of a group of eight vitamins. Pantothenic acid or vitamin B5 is one of the... 

Health Benefits of Hibiscus

Hibiscus Hibiscus is a flowering plant used for landscaping. There are different varieties of hibiscus... 

Health Benefits of Seaweed

Health Benefits of Seaweed Seaweed is a marine miracle plant that is used for several culinary purposes.... 

Symptoms and Causes of Oral Candidiasis

Oral Candidiasis Oral candidiasis is caused by a type of fungi called candida albicans. Oral candidiasis... 

Causes and Symptoms of Jock Itch

Jock Itch Jock itch is a fungal infection commonly seen in upper thighs and groin. It is also known... 

Remedies for Jock Itch

Remedies for Jock Itch Jock itch is a fungal infection caused by a group of fungi called dermatophytes.... 

Ganglion Cyst Remedies

Non-cancerous cysts that sometimes occur on the joints and tendons of wrists, hands and feet are known... 

Remedies For Swimmer’s Itch

Swimmer’s itch, also known as cercarial dermatitis, develops from exposure to water inhabited by ducks... 

Causes And Symptoms Of Pernicious Anemia

Anemia is a condition characterized by increased level of unhealthy red blood cell. These unhealthy blood... 

Bottom