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Most people are familiar with the traditional health benefits of lemon.

Squeezed lemon juice relieves sore throats and adds a citrus flavor to dishes.

But the variety of uses for lemon is far more important than you might think.

Once you have read this list, you will surely want to make lemon one of the key ingredients in your cooking.

Here are 43 uses and benefits of lemon that will impress you:

1. Refresh the fridge

To remove unpleasant odors from your refrigerator, soak a cotton ball or sponge in lemon juice. Store the cotton swab or sponge in your refrigerator for several hours. Beforehand, don't forget to get rid of foods that cause bad smells.

2. Regulate blood pressure

Lemon contains potassium, which not only regulates blood pressure but also nausea and dizziness!

3. Avoid browning cauliflower

When cooked, cauliflower tends to turn brown and bitter - which makes it almost inedible. You can ensure it maintains its white color (and taste) by sprinkling the equivalent of 1 teaspoon of lemon juice on your cauliflower before cooking.

4. Depression

Lemon water can also lift your spirits and relieve depression and stress.

Hikers and backpackers consider lemon to be a gift from heaven. They recommend poking a hole in the top of a lemon and sucking on its juice. It is a very quick and effective remedy for fatigue and thirst. Discover other benefits of lemon water here.

5. Clean the cutting board

Not that surprising if the cutting board smells bad! After all, it's used to mince onions, garlic, and clean fish. To get rid of those stubborn odors and for a good, deep clean, rub your board (the side you're using, of course) with half a lemon or wash it with juice from the bottled lemon. Check out the trick here.

6. Respiratory problems

Lemon water has the benefit of reducing phlegm (well, snot, what). In addition, it helps to breathe better and relieves asthmatics.

7. Treatment of osteoarthritis and rheumatism

Lemon is a diuretic - it causes urine production. Therefore, it reduces inflammation (by flushing out toxins and bacteria) and relieves osteoarthritis and rheumatism.

8. Prevention of kidney stones

Regular consumption of lemon water may increase the production of citric acid in the urine. This acid blocks the formation of crystals which turn into kidney stones.

9. Keep insects out of the kitchen

No need for insecticides or ant traps to protect your kitchen from an ant invasion. Just apply the lemon method!

Squeeze a little lemon juice on the door frames and window sills. Then, pour a few drops into the holes and cracks through which ants are likely to enter.

Finally, scatter thin lemon slices around the front door. The message will be received 5/5 by the ants: they are no longer welcome.

Lemon is also a very effective treatment for cockroaches and fleas. Mix the juice of 4 lemons (with the rinds) with 2 liters of water. Use this solution to clean your floors. It repels fleas and cockroaches, which hate the scent of lemon.

10. Anti-aging

Free radicals are considered to be the main cause of aging of the skin. Lemon water reduces the production of free radicals.

11. Rinse fruits and vegetables

You can never take enough precautions against pesticides that are left on the skin of fruits and vegetables. Squeeze the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of lemon juice into a sprayer to use on your fruits and vegetables. Lemon juice serves as a natural disinfectant. And in addition, it leaves a pleasant smell.

12. Treatment of infections

Lemon water heals pharyngitis with its antibacterial properties. If salt water isn't effective enough for you, try a gargle with lime and water.

13. Deodorize your trash

If your trash is starting to smell like dump, here's a simple trick to deodorize it. Set aside your lemon and orange peels and place them at the bottom of your trash can, under the plastic bag. To preserve a fresh smell, change the bark every two weeks.

14. Avoid darkening guacamole

Do you know guacamole, the avocado recipe? It’s a great idea for an aperitif dinner that you can discover here.

The only problem is that guacamole tends to turn brown quite quickly. Here is the solution: freely sprinkle the guacamole with squeezed lemon and it will preserve its beautiful green color.

The same trick works great on fruit salads. Pour a little lemon juice on the apple slices and they will keep all their whiteness.

15. Purify the blood

If you have a fondness for junk food, you don't need to tell yourself that you are ingesting preservatives and artificial flavors. It creates unwanted toxins in the blood. Here's a little consolation: drinking lemon water every day will help purify your blood.

16. Give your salad some “crunch”

Is your salad withered? Do not throw it away right away. Pour the juice of 1/2 lemon into a bowl filled with fresh water. Dip the wilted salad in water and put the salad bowl in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

Make sure to dry the leaves well before using the salad, which will have regained its crunchiness.

17. Dental hygiene

Squeezed lemon juice prevents bleeding gums and reduces pain associated with toothache.

18. Lighten age spots

Why buy overpriced creams when lemon juice does the job? Apply lemon juice to the spots to lighten them. Let sit for 15 mins and rinse the skin well. Lemon juice is an inexpensive and risk-free lightening treatment.

19. Create locks worthy of a hairdressing salon

To create your own strands, add 60 ml of lemon juice to 180 ml of water and rinse your hair with the mixture. Then dry - but in the sun.

To increase the effect, repeat once a day for 1 week.

20. Air purifier and humidifier

For dry days in winter, it is important to filter and humidify the air in your home. Here's how to make your own humidifier, which doubles as a purifier.

If you have a wood-burning stove, put an enameled cast-iron container on it. Then, fill it with water and add lemon peels (you can also use orange peels), cinnamon sticks, cloves, and apple peels.

If you don't have a wood-burning stove, place the enameled cast iron pot on your hob. Fill it with the same mixture you would use for a wood stove. Then, simmer the mixture from time to time.

21. Clean and whiten nails

Take care of your hands, but without going to the beauty salon. Add the juice of 1/2 lemon to 225 ml of lukewarm water. Then, soak your fingers in this solution for 5 min. Finally, after pushing back the cuticles, rub lemon peel on your nails.

22. Face cleanser

Treat your acne by dabbing your black pimples with lemon juice to extract them. You can also clean your face with lemon juice for an exfoliating effect.

Finally, use lemon water on your skin to take advantage of its cooling properties and combat hot weather.

23. Fresh breath

For a simple but effective mouthwash, use pure lemon juice. Swallow it for fresh breath all day long.

The citric acid in lemon juice will work on the pH of your mouth, killing bacteria that generate bad breath.

On the other hand, be sure to rinse your mouth after a few minutes because prolonged exposure to acid causes deterioration of tooth enamel!

24. Anti-dandruff treatment

If your scalp is itchy and you have dandruff, the solution may be in your fridge.

Knead 2 tablespoons of lemon juice on your scalp and rinse with water. Then, prepare a mixture of 1 tablespoon of lemon juice with 230 ml of water. Use this mixture to rinse your hair (not the scalp as before).

Repeat once a day until you are free from dandruff.

25. Remove stubborn stains from marble

You probably thought like me that marble was stone. But in fact, it's petrified calcium. This is why marble is porous, stains and crumbles easily.

If a standard wash doesn't remove a stain, try this trick: cut 1 lemon in half, dip the lemon "flesh" in salt, then rub the stain vigorously. Finally, rinse thoroughly.

Warning: this tip should only be used as a last resort as the acid can damage the marble.

26. Remove berry stains

Ah, what joy, a berry picking in the countryside! But now your hands are stained and you can't wash them with soap and water, no matter how hard you try.

Instead, try rubbing your hands with lemon juice. Then, wait 2-3 mins and wash your hands with soapy water.

Repeat until your hands are free from stains.

27. Soften dry skin on the elbows

The itchy skin on your elbows is not only very unpleasant, but it's also not very nice to see.

For a more suitable appearance, and especially for a more pleasant feeling, prepare a paste of lemon juice and baking soda.

Rub this abrasive paste on your elbows for an exfoliating treatment that will soothe and soften your skin. Then, rinse with a mixture of equal parts lemon juice and water.

And finally, massage your skin with olive oil and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.

28. Headache

Lemon juice and a few teaspoons of hot tea. This is the treatment a sophisticated New Yorker bartender advocates for a hangover - but also for all forms of headaches, regardless of their cause.

He has converted many customers to this remedy, and as a result has moved them away from “traditional” drugs.

29. Chills and fevers

There are many causes of chills and fevers. Nevertheless, an excellent remedy for these symptoms is lemon. Citrus is highly regarded as the treatment par excellence by Spanish doctors.

30. Diphtheria

Lemon juice treatment has proven to be one of the most powerful antiseptics, while its digestive properties are respected around the world.

Gargle your throat every hour with lemon juice and swallow 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice (or 1 whole spoon if possible). This remedy will allow the false membrane to break away from the throat and be evacuated.

31. Replace mothballs

Here's a great alternative to mothballs: prick a lemon with several cloves and put it in your cupboard. Lemons and cloves will dry out and give off a very pleasant smell in your closet.

32. Digestive disorders

Digestive disorders are one of the most common health problems. A mixture of lukewarm water and lime juice can cure most of these problems. Lemon juice purifies the blood, reduces the likelihood of indigestion and constipation, eliminates toxins, improves digestion, and regulates phlegm.

33. Disinfect superficial cuts and scratches

To stop the bleeding and disinfect a small cut or scratch, pour a few drops of lemon juice directly on the wound. You can also soak a cotton ball in lemon juice and apply it to the wound, with strong pressure, for 1 min.

34. Get rid of warts

Have you tried all the remedies without any results? Apply lemon juice soaked in cotton wool directly to the wart. Repeat daily until the acids in the lemon juice completely get rid of your wart.

35. Bleach delicate fabrics

For bleaching fabrics, bleach works well, but may cause white spots.

Avoid this risk by replacing the bleach with lemon juice, which is milder but just as effective.

Soak your delicate textiles in a mixture of lemon juice and baking soda for at least 1 hour before washing.

36. Clean tarnished brass and polish chrome

Say goodbye to tarnishes in brass, copper, and stainless steel!

Prepare a paste of lemon juice and salt (you can also use baking soda instead of salt) and cover the surface you want to treat.

Leave on for 5 minutes. Then rinse with hot water, and buff the surface until it is dry. You can also use this mixture to clean metal sinks.

Getting rid of lime deposits and polishing tarnished chrome couldn't be easier. Rub lemon peels on the chrome and admire the shine! Rinse thoroughly and dry with a lint-free cloth.

37. Replace the dry cleaner

No more expensive laundry bills (and no more chemicals either) with this homemade trick.

Rub a mixture of lemon juice and water, in equal parts, on the stain of your shirts and blouses. The "halos" under the arms will disappear, with a pleasant smell as a bonus.

38. Give your detergent a boost

For a natural and more powerful cleaning effect, pour 230 ml of lemon juice in the washing machine during the wash cycle. The whitening action of the juice will remove stains and all mineral discoloration from your t-shirts and cotton fabrics. The result is lighter laundry with a pleasant lemon scent.

39. Traces of mold on clothes

Have you ever taken out clothes that were put away for the winter and found that they were full of musty stains? To remove them, prepare a paste with lemon juice and salt.

Then, rub the preparation on the stains and let dry in the sun. Repeat the process until the stains are gone.

40. Eliminate the smell of the chimney

A roaring fire in winter creates a cozy atmosphere! But not everyone is necessarily a fan of the smell of a log fire.

If you don't like the smell more than that, try tossing a few lemon peels on the fire to avoid bad odors.

41. Eliminate the smell of litter

No need to use a commercial deodorant to neutralize the smell of cat pee (or after going to the toilet).

Just try to cut 2 lemons in 2. Then, place them on a small plate that you will put in the room you want to cool. Very quickly, you will find that the air smells of lemon.

42. Sanitize a humidifier

If your humidifier is starting to smell musty, here's an easy way to deodorize it: Add 3-4 teaspoons of lemon juice to the water pan.It will not only solve the odor problem but, in addition, it will perfume the air.

Repeat every two weeks so you never have a stale odor problem again.

43. Relieve symptoms of asthma

In addition to its cleansing qualities, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice before each meal and before bed can soothe asthma symptoms.

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