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The Magical Lemon

Who knew that lemons are so versatile? Not only do they make a great thirst quenching beverage (Did you know that drinking lemonade may  date back to medieval Egypt ?) but lemons can be used both externally and internally. Lemons have more uses than just flavoring fish or making my favorite lemon poppy seed muffins. This humble, sour fruit can make products for your medicine cabinet, for your beauty basket or for your cleaning bin. Lemons are high in Vitamin C, which is important for a strong immune system. Lemons are also antibacterial, antiviral, contain antioxidants and anti-cancer properties......and are a bit magical. ;) MEDICINAL: Water Kefir "Lemonade" - Add a couple lemon slices to your brew. Yummy probiotic. Tea for colds - hot water, lemon and honey. So soothing on a scratchy throat. Cough Syrup - 1 cup honey, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 2 garlic cloves, 1 t. turmeric, chunk of ginger root. Athlete's Foot - mix the juice of half a lemon with 2 c...