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 Lemons :
Lemons are the richest in vitamin C content of any citrus
fruit. Lemons also contain limonoids. Limonoids have proven to
help fight cancers of the mouth, skin, lungs, breast, stomach
and colon. They also contain phytochemicals called monoterpenes
in their skin that protect cells from becoming cancerous and
fight cancer. They are high in fiber and contain no fat. Lemons
are astringent and thought to inhibit the absorption of fats.
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