From the antiquity that the is considered a fruit with many uses and nutrients. Not only in the kitchen, but also applies to cosmetics and traditional medicine.
It has high contents of vitamin C, antioxidants, minerals and essential oils beneficial to health.
, helps fight respiratory diseases like flu, colds and cough, thanks to its antibacterial components and at the same time detoxifies the body as it contains diuretic effects.
But although we know all these properties attributed to the lemon, we always concentrate in its interior, basically in the juice and we leave aside an equally important part as the shell.
We will not say that it has an especially pleasant taste, because in fact it is not, but we can not rule out the benefits it brings to health.
It contains much more vitamin C the shell than the juice itself, in addition to having anti-inflammatory components that could be applied to the treatment of joint pains such as those that cause arthritis or osteoarthritis.
If we put other ingredients such as eucalyptus or olive oil that are just as natural and healthy, we get a preparation extremely powerful, able to help us to mitigate pain and strengthen the immune system.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
– 2 large lemons
– 5 leaves of eucalyptus
– 1 glass bottle with lid
Instructions:
Peel the lemons and cut into small pieces the shells. Place them in a jar with hermetic lid and add olive oil until completely covered.
Cut the eucalyptus leaves into small pieces and mix with the rest of the ingredients.
Cover the bottle with this content and store it in a cool dark place for 15 days to release its nutrients.
Then strain the preparation and it is ready to be used.
How to use:
Use a gauze to apply this remedy. Inside the preparation, apply over the painful area and cover with a kitchen film or plastic that allows you to retain the band in the desired position.
Try to leave it all night for its properties to take effect and repeat the operation 3 times a week.
You will notice incredible results.
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