Lemon

Sour makes you happy – and healthy!

Lemons have the reputation of being the immune system’s bodyguard because they contain so much vitamin C. It’s hard to believe that the literature’s claims are true: The lemon originated in the year 1000 as a cross between a bitter orange and a citron. It goes on to say that the lemon was used as a contraceptive. Today we know better: It’s probably not much good on that account.

Sour lemon juice is the perfect addition to smoothies, yogurt, ice cream, salad dressings and, of course, many drinks. It delivers total refreshment.

The fruit is sensitive to both cold and drought and its preferred cultivation areas are Spain, Italy, Argentina, and Mexico.