5) You won’t need ice cubes
Cut your lemons into walnut-sized chunks before freezing, and then you can throw them into your glass of water to keep it cool and to add a lovely fresh flavor.
6) It’ll save you money
Keep your wallet healthy as well as your body… Lemons can get very expensive out of season, so if you see a good price at the grocery store, then stock up! You don’t need to worry about shelf life as lemons will last three to four months in the freezer.
7) Limonoids prevent cancer
Studies have shown that limonoids, a natural compound found in citrus fruits, prevent the development of cancer cells, with a particular link to breast cancer. Lemons contain antioxidants and are known to have anti-microbial properties to fight off bacterial infections, fungi, and internal parasites. All the more reason to incorporate lemon into your daily diet.
8) Lemons alkalize your body
Many people suffer from body acidity without knowing it. Symptoms include acid reflux, sensitive gums, and mouth ulcers, as well as fatigue and nervousness. The easiest way to alkalize your body is to drink water with lemon, and the benefit of using frozen lemons here is that you can be more precise with the amount you add to the water. Lemon juice alone can be quite sour and make a big difference to the water immediately, whereas a mix of the skin and flesh gives a more subtle flavor (and keeps the water cool!).
9) Lemons are low in calories and sugar
As compared to oranges, a more traditional source of Vitamin C, lemons have far less sugar and calories. Lemons have approximately 29 calories and 2.9 grams of sugar per 100 grams of fruit. By comparison, oranges have 47 calories and 9.4 grams of sugar. Although these sugars are natural, it is still important to limit the amount of sugar we have in our diet.
