Eating a simple fruit – lemon – may be the key to longevity, scientists say. Rich in immunostimulating plant compounds and antioxidants, the product helps prevent many life-threatening diseases.
The inclusion of lemons in the diet contributes to a long and healthy life, according to experts on this portal Food News. A simple product combines vitamin C, folic acid and fiber – thanks to this range of substances, it effectively lowers the level of “bad” LDL cholesterol in the blood, reduces the likelihood of suffering from heart disease and stroke.
Another property that makes the fruit a product of longevity is its saturation with anti-cancer components. Lemons contain flavonols, a class of powerful plant compounds that inhibit the activity of cancer cells. In particular, citrus has been shown to reduce the risk of developing esophageal cancer.
A wide range of life-shortening diseases are caused by inflammatory processes in the body. Lemon lovers, according to research, can avoid this problem.
“The antioxidants in lemons help reduce inflammation, protect against diseases caused by chronic inflammation, and accelerate the body’s natural recovery,” the researchers said.
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