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IN DETAIL The scientific name of lemon is Citrus limon which defines a small evergreen fruit tree belonging to the plant family Rutaceae. BENEFICIAL PROPERTIES Vitamin C: in lemons we find a high percentage of vitamin C, one of the most appreciated vitamins thanks to its antioxidant properties and the capacity to stimulate the immune system. Potassium: lemons are rich in potassium, therefore their juice is excellent for reintegrating the mineral salts lost in sweat. Potassium also carries out other very important functions for the organism. For example it regulates the heartbeat, reduces blood pressure and regulates the pH balance. Limonene: it can be found mostly in the peel and the essential oil; it has insecticidal and degreasing properties. Beta-carotene: it’s a pigment that confers the typical yellowish-orangish colour to vegetables. Along with vitamin C, it carries out a great antioxidant action, preserving the sight as well. Citric acid: it’s an acid substance that acts as an antioxidant, antibacterial and diuretic. MOST POPULAR VARIETIES Sorrento lemon: it boasts the IGP label (guarantee of origin for foods produced in specific areas). Its juice is particularly acid and the peel is rich in essential oils which make it preferable to others for the preparation of liquors. Amalfi lemon: as well as the Sorrento lemon, it boasts the IGP label. Its juice is quite sweet, not too acid and the pulp has few seeds. Zagara bianca lemon: Mostly produced in Sicily, it’s one of the juiciest lemon varieties.

INGREDIENTS

NUTRITION FACTS Lemons contain very little fat and protein. They consist mainly of carbohydrates (10%) and water (88-89%). A medium sized lemon only contains about 20 calories.

LUKEWARM WATER AND LEMON JUICE

Everybody knows it: drinking a glass of lukewarm water and lemon juice when waking up in the morning is a cure-all, especially for the skin. It’s easily prepared: just squeeze half a lemon into a glass and add water at the desired temperature. Your body will benefit from numerous properties of lemon juice combined with the cleansing, detoxifying, soothing effect of warm water, resulting in an energy bomb, purifying and hydrating at the same time!

LEMON JUICING MADE EASY...

Lemon juicer GrandChef - art. 428644

FUN FACTS Being rich in citric acid, lemon is able to eliminate bad odours in different body areas. It’s basically a natural deodorant! Mix half a teaspoon baking soda to one slice of lemon, wait for it to fizz then apply it to your armpits or other parts. Do it every morning to get rid of odour. Perfectly squeezed lemons, easily and without electricity! Try the lemon juicer, sturdy and colourful, made of polished metal. It’s easy to use: just put one half of the citrus into the lower part of the tool and press the handles. If you’re a juice lover, try the whole range of hand squeezers: three sizes for limes, lemons and oranges, each one in the colour of the citrus it is dedicated to. Fill up with vitamins! dimensions: ø 7 cm - length 22 cm