Amazing Weightloss, Health & Beauty Benefits of Lemons!

The color that Turbocharges Calorie Burn. Just looking at lemons stimulates the nervous system, catapulting the body into calorie-blasting mode. Studies show that people exposed to yellow exhibit the physiological effects of surprise, including increased heart and respiratory rates, says psychologist Shelley Wu, Ph.D. That biological jolt has been shown to effortlessly speed metabolic rate by up to 9%.

The nutrient that makes you Immune to Stress. Lemons are one of nature's richest sources of vitamin C, which makes them a tension-taming powerhouse. In a recent German study, participants who upped their intake of C showed steadier blood-pressure readings in stressful situations than those low in the vitamin. Researchers say that C helps balance noradrenaline and other neurotransmitters that govern emotional response.

The enzyme that revives winter-worn skin. The ascorbic acid in lemons is a mild bleaching agent that lightens dark skin patches. It enters skin's melanin pathway, where it stops darker pigments from forming, explains Annet King, skin-care specialist and director of training at the International Dermal Institute. The acid is also an astringent that removes dead skin cells, which are responsible for skin's scaly appearance.

Citrus skin beautifier
Combine 1 tsp. lemon juice, 1 tsp. buttermilk, 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup apple-cider vinegar; mix well. Apply a thin layer to dry areas (like elbows or heels) with a clean cotton ball or washcloth using light, upward strokes. Leave on for 10 minutes, then shower.

The scent that guarantees unstoppable energy. Lemons' odor molecules contain the compound turpine, which stimulates the trigeminal nerve, the part of your brain that induces wakefulness, says Alan Hirsch, M.D., author of Life's a Smelling Success. This instantly ups heart rate, producing a spirited feeling of excitement while giving you a blast of oomph.

Vitality-boosting vase.
With a paring knife, cut three-quarters of the way through one end of 6 to 12 fresh lemons and slide your favorite fresh blooms into the slits. Set each lemon on a small dessert dish, and place them around your house wherever you need a pick-me-up.

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