The detoxification cure with lemon and grapefruit presented below was revealed by a monk from Mount Carantania named Filotheos.
A great connoisseur and user of natural remedies, the Greek monk claims that lemon juice can prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
Benefits of Citrus Fruits
Citrus fruits provide numerous benefits to our body. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, they can protect us from various health issues.
The pulp and peel contain vitamin A, B vitamins, vitamin E, vitamin C, flavonoids, phenolic compounds, carotenoids, and fiber.
These compounds have beneficial effects on the immune, cardiovascular, and digestive systems.
They have demonstrated anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-sclerotic properties.
The flavonoids in citrus improve glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity and have modulatory effects on lipid metabolism.
These antioxidants have a protective effect against inflammation, oxidative stress, diabetes, dyslipidemia, endothelial dysfunction, and atherosclerosis.
A meta-analysis published in 2015 in the journal Medicine showed that citrus fruits can reduce the risk of esophageal cancer.
Monk Filotheos states that lemon juice nourishes the nervous system.
It helps cleanse the body of toxins and improves blood circulation.
It has purifying, decongestive properties at the hepatic level and remineralizing effects.
It is a good remedy for symptoms caused by irritable bowel syndrome.
Lemon juice is used in traditional medicine for the following conditions:
- common cold
- irregular menstruation
- high blood pressure
- sore throat
- fever
- rheumatism
- chest pain
In Trinidad, residents used lemon juice mixed with olive oil for kidney stones or mixed with molasses for fluid retention in the body.
Detoxification Cure with Lemon and Grapefruit
Ingredients
- 1 lemon
- 1 grapefruit
Method
Wash the lemon and grapefruit well with a brush and baking soda. Then soak them in a solution with hydrogen peroxide to remove harmful substances from the peel.
Cut both fruits into slices, including the peel. Place them in a clay pot, one on top of the other, and pour boiling water over them.
The slices should be completely submerged in water.
Put a lid on and let the fruits macerate overnight.
The next day, mash the fruits and consume the resulting macerate throughout the day.
The cure lasts for 10 days and helps eliminate toxins from the body.
Citrus fruits are low in calories and rich in water and nutrients. Therefore, they can aid in weight loss.
A study on 91 obese individuals showed that consuming fresh grapefruit before meals resulted in a greater weight loss.
Moreover, daily consumption of grapefruit at meals can reduce waist size.
Consuming lemon improves digestion, protects against anemia, and the formation of kidney stones.
Precautions and Contraindications
Detoxification cures are not recommended for individuals under 18 years old.
Headaches, physical discomfort, and other signs indicating the detoxification of the body may occur. These side effects are normal, and the more toxins the body has, the more severe they will be.
Be cautious, as grapefruit and especially grapefruit juice interact with many medications and are not recommended for individuals undergoing medical treatment.
