15 Ways Lemons Can Help Improve Your Life

May 30, 2018 by apost team

Many years ago, lemons were only for the rich and people of high status. The lemon had so many uses and health benefits that everyone wanted them, but they were rare, which made them very expensive. Today, lemons have become much cheaper and are now available to almost anyone that wants them. They can even be found in the most basic supermarkets and stores. 

Sometimes people are aware that lemons are useful, but not many truly know how amazing these small citrus fruits really are. Lemons are used for much more than simply squeezing to make lemon water, so take a look at these 15 lemon tricks you never heard before! 
 

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1. Whitens Clothes 

Removing those tough stains can be a hassle, even with strong cleaners. Combining some lemons and hot water can take out those stains or bleach your laundry for that extra white look.

Soaking the clothes in the solution for about 30 minutes will do the job just fine. After soaking, simply put your clothes in the was just like usual.

2. Bathroom Cleaner 

Ever get tired of the crust and grime around your faucets and handles in your bathroom? Simply cutting a lemon and dip in salt for a great remover 

Along with a great natural clean, you will have a nice, fresh lemon aroma in your bathroom. 

3. Improves Health 

Lemons help your immune system, improve digestion, and also give you an energy boost to keep your day full of life. 

Drinking lemon water can make you less hungry and detox your body, keeping those extra calories away and helping you stay in great shape.

4. Cleanses Skin 

Lemon juice has citric acid that helps maintain your skins natural state, preventing aging and wrinkles.

Making a concoction of sugar, lemon juice, olive oil, and honey may brighten your skin and make you feel younger.

5. Gets Rid of Odor 

Using lemons mixed with baking soda can make the odor of your garbage and other items completely disappear.

Lemons have the ability to eliminate odor from the most difficult of places. They can kill harmful bacteria because it is a natural disinfectant.

6. Kitchen Board Cleaner 

Cutting boards are used for everything, which is why they can be difficult to clean and deodorize.

Luckily, rubbing some fresh lemons on the surface can get rid of these stains and stenches in as little as ten or twenty minutes!

7. Removes Difficult Stains 

When a black permanent marker finds a white t-shirt, it seems there is no hope. Surprisingly, lemons can come to the rescue and save the day!

Simply squeeze some lemon juice onto a toothbrush, scrub the spot, and watch the stain fade away.

8. Purifies Air

Lemons are a natural purifier and can make your air not only smell fresher but also seem cleaner.

The scent of lemon can wake you up and heighten your senses.

9. Prevents Hiccups 

Can't get rid of your hiccups? Look no further, the sour taste of a lemon can make you stop hiccuping in no time.

Lemons are bitter and stimulate the nerves in a way that will prevent those hiccups.

10. Snags Dust 

Picking up dust with a regular duster just can't match the impact that a lemon has on those dirty surfaces. 

One lemon won't get the whole job done, but it can be very effective for small surfaces. 

11. Keeps Bugs Out 

Bugs are appalled by the scent of citrus fruit, so if you want to keep them out, put out some lemons or lemon peels.

Putting them near openings will help the most.

12. Dishwasher Enhancer 

Tough grime inside your dishwasher can prevent your dishes from getting the clean they need.

Sticking a lemon in the dishwasher to get rid of that grime can improve your dishwasher's efficiency like no one's business.

13. Hair Lightener 

Using lemons in your hair can be a natural way to brighten it and give it a fresh new shine. 

The sun combined with the lemon juice will make your hair seem better than ever.

14. Keeps Produce Fresh

Squeezing lemon juice onto freshly cut produce can prevent oxidation and the browning as time passes.

Keep the fruits together in their original shape after applying lemon juice to keep fresh for longer amounts of time.

15. Cleans Copper 

Polishing your copper with chemicals is expensive and unnatural. A better option is to use that handy-dandy lemon juice.

To get that great shine, rub lemon juice to the surface of any of your copper items and watch as it glimmers.

Now that you know all the uses of lemons, tell us what you think! Go out and let your friends know about all the good lemons can do.