With an increase in reporting by major media outlets discussing the
many health benefits of various fruits and vegetables and how they play a
part in fighting disease, you may have already heard that lemons cure cancer. While this isn’t completely factual, there have been several studies that purport to show a strong basis in using lemons for cancer
treatment. It should also be noted that there are conflicting reports
detailing that, while lemons and other citrus fruits do contain
cancer-fighting properties, exactly how effective they are against
particular types of cancer has yet to be accurately determined.
Health Benefits of Lemons for Cancer
In addition to the Vitamin C found in lemon juice, which is already a very well known alternative cancer treatment
in its own right, the peel of the lemon also offers many health
benefits, one of the most important being that lemon peel can help to
eradicate toxins in your body. This may be why lemons for cancer are being studied and touted as a great remedy.
The connection between cancer and lemons isn’t something new; for decades, scientists have wondered, “Is lemon a cancer killer?” and have developed numerous studies to determine its validity.
Studies have revealed that lemon extract can successfully destroy
malignant cells in a wide range of cancers, including breast cancer,
colon cancer, and lung cancer. Several research studies also make the
claim that lemons can destroy cancer much more effectively than
chemotherapy, and in a safer and healthier manner. Additionally, the
studies also show that lemon extract therapy only affects malignant
cells, leaving healthy cells unharmed.
Additional health benefits of lemons include:
- It is antibacterial
- It is antiviral
- It aids in digestion
- It can be used to treat acne
- It helps to regulate blood pressure
- It fights against parasites and worms
- It possesses antidepressant qualities
- It helps to reduce stress and anxiety
Lemons for Cancer: How Much Do I Need to Consume?
So the question you may be asking yourself is, “Do lemons cure cancer
and how much lemon do I need to consume on a daily basis?” Before
answering this question, it must first be noted that while numerous
studies have shown effectiveness in the consumption of lemons as a cancer killer, and is still undergoing a variety of testing and research to even come close to making that assertion.
What is known is that specific compounds found in lemons (and other
citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruit) known as flavonoids and
limonoids may either stop the formation and growth of cancer cells, or
will kill them outright. These studies have mainly been conducted on
animals and in laboratory conditions using human breast cancer cells.
In Europe, a study was conducted with participants afflicted with
various forms of cancer, in which they consumed 150 grams of citrus four
or more times a week. The citrus proved effective in decreasing the
risks of cancer by significant percentages, with the exception being
breast cancer. However, an American study did show a decrease in the
risk of breast cancer in participants using the same portions of
citrus—so long as they did not previously undergo hormone replacement
therapy.
When consuming citrus, it is also important to not just consume the
juice, but also the pulp and the peel, and even the seeds when possible.
Further research shows that 75 grams of citrus on a daily basis might
be the optimal minimum intake for those wishing to reduce the risks.
