Lemon

Lemon

What could be more sunny than a slice of fresh lemon?

These tangy-tart fruits are cultivated in tropical and temperate climates around the world, lending zest to a myriad of global dishes.

In addition to providing vitamin C, these low glycemic fruits also contain cholesterol-lowering terpenes, plus liminoids and limonene and may help to alkalize the body.

Antioxidant Score (ORAC)=1,225

The Benefits

*Excellent Source of:
*Good Source of:
*Preferences: Low Fat, Low Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Low Sodium, Low Carbohydrate, Low Sugars, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Nuts, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Molds, No Tubers, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Grains

Selecting and Storing

Choose lemons with smooth, brightly colored yellow skin. Lemons should be firm, plump and heavy for their size. Refrigerate lemons in a plastic bag for 2 to 3 weeks.

Nutrition Information(amounts per serving)

Serving Size: 1-Tbsp(s) LEMON JUICE,RAW

OMEGA-6 / OMEGA-3 RATIO: 0

Calories: 1

MACRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0 g	*
Saturated Fat	0 g	*
Monosaturated Fat	0 g	*
Polyunsaturated Fat	0 g	*
Trans Fat	0 g	*
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
ALA	0 mg	*
EPA, DHA	0 mg, 0 mg	*
Conjugated linolenic acid (CLA)	0 mg	*
Cholesterol	0 mg	*
Total Carbohydrate	0.35 g	*
Sugars	0.1 g	*
Fiber	0.02 g	*
Protein	0.02 g	*

MICRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
VITAMINS
Vitamin A	0.8 IU	0%
Vitamin C	1.8mg	3%
Vitamin D	0 IU	0%
Vitamin E	0.01 IU	0%
Vitamin B6	0 mg	0%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin K	0 mg	0%
Folate	0.52 mcg	0%
Niacin	0 mg	0%
Riboflavin	0 mg	0%
Thiamin	0 mg	0%
MINERALS
Calcium	0.28 mg	0%
Copper	0 mg	0%
Iron	0 mg	0%
Magnesium	0.24 mg	0%
Manganese	0 mg	0%
Phosphorous	0.24 mg	0%
Potassium	5 mg	0%
Selenium	0 mcg	0%
Sodium	0.04 mg	0%
Zinc	0 mg	0%
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Alpha-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-carotene	0.12 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin	0.68 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin	0.36 mcg
Lycopene	0 mcg

*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).