The Lemon Man

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The origin of the lemon is unknown, though lemons are thought to have first grown in Assam (a region in northeast India), northern Myanmar, or China. [2] [ failed verification] A genomic study of the lemon indicated it was a hybrid between bitter orange (sour orange) and citron. [5] [6] Lemon cidra Lemon is a rich source of vitamin C, providing 64% of the Daily Value in a 100 g reference amount (table). Other essential nutrients are low in content.In the 18th century, Swedish botanist Carolus Linneaus classified the lemon as a variety of citron. However, scientists now know that the lemon, or Citrus limon, is a hybrid of the citron and the bitter orange. Of course, there is always a chance someone could be allergic to lemons,” Denison points out. “Lemons are also a high acidity food, so someone who is sensitive to this or has any GERD or acid reflux issues may not want to consume large amounts of lemon.” Side Effects When grafted, the ‘Meyer’ lemon tree will fruit 2 to 3 years earlier than a budded tree. This tree will then produce fruit for at least 30 years. Sweet lemons or sweet limes, a mixed group including the lumia (pear lemon), limetta, and Palestinian sweet lime. Among them is the Jaffa lemon, a pomelo-citron hybrid. [39] The first substantial cultivation of lemons in Europe began in Genoa in the middle of the 15th century. The lemon was later introduced to the Americas in 1493, when Christopher Columbus brought lemon seeds to Hispaniola on his voyages. Spanish conquest throughout the New World helped spread lemon seeds. It was mainly used as an ornamental plant and for medicine. [2] In the 19th century, lemons were increasingly planted in Florida and California. [2]

One educational science experiment involves attaching electrodes to a lemon and using it as a battery to produce electricity. Although very low power, several lemon batteries can power a small digital watch. [27] These experiments also work with other fruits and vegetables.

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Anecdotal evidence shows that Palestinian folk remedies treasure lemon for its hair care properties. Lemon juice combined with chamomile paste and apple cider vinegar has long been used there to change hair texture. [13] Spalding, William A. (1885). The orange: its culture in California. Riverside, California: Press and Horticulturist Steam Print. p. 88 . Retrieved March 2, 2012. Bonnie Brae lemon. New Zealand Citrus". ceventura.ucdavis.edu. Archived from the original on June 10, 2010 . Retrieved June 13, 2010. While a lemon allergy isn’t one of the more “common” food allergies, such as wheat, nuts, or cow’s milk, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI) explains that it’s possible to be allergic to lemons if your immune system reacts adversely to pectin, profilin, and lipid transfer proteins. These most commonly cause allergic reactions in the mouth and face area within two hours of consumption, per the AAAAI. Piecing together historical documentation (trade receipts, farming records, literature, etc.) provides a rough timeline:

Sorrenti V, Consoli V, Grosso S, et al. Bioactive Compounds from Lemon ( Citrus Limon) Extract Overcome TNF-a-Induced Insulin Resistance in Cultured Adipocytes. Molecules . July 2021. Contrary to popular belief, lemon water will not help acid reflux — and could actually worsen symptoms. Lemons and lemon juice are among the many acidic foods that may cause acid reflux, such as nausea, heartburn, belching, and indigestion, per Mayo Clinic.One previous study in obese mice found overall decreases in body fat gains, cholesterol, and glucose in those that were fed a high-fat diet supplemented with lemon peel extract for 12 weeks. However, it’s important to note that the mice didn’t lose weight, and that such results haven’t been replicated in any human studies yet.

What is true about lemon water, however, is that adding flavors to water may help you drink more of it and reach the recommended daily amount. Mayo Clinic recommends drinking at least 92 ounces (oz) of water daily for women, and 124 oz for men. This adds up to about 11.5 and 15.5 cups, respectively. Distinctive and captivating, The Lemon Man’s unique blend of action, humor, and intrigue make it a book you won’t want to miss. Vitamin C: Fact Sheet for Consumers. National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements. March 22, 2021.Anyway, this book ended up being loads of fun. Very charming, and not just due to its Dublin location, though it undeniably helped. So much so that in an uncharacteristic display of generosity I'm rounding up my rating.