Humans have cultivated lemons for more than a thousand years.
The exact origin of the lemon has remained a mystery, though it is widely presumed that lemons first grew in India, northern Burma, and China. In South and South East Asia, it was known for its antiseptic properties and it was used as an antidote for various poisons. It was later introduced to Persia and then to Iraq and Egypt around AD 700. Lemons are high in vitamin C, have an anti-bacterial effect. The juice consists of about 5% acid that also makes them useful for a variety of household purposes. The best lemons are those that have smooth, oily skins and are heavy for their size. They should be bright yellow with no green tinges. Lemons will keep for up to a week at room temperature or two to three weeks refrigerated. If you only need a little juice, you can pierce the end with a fork, squeeze the amount needed, cover the holes with tape and then store in the fridge.
Here’s five handy lemon tips. Remember to test in inconspicuous areas first.
Fridge:
Half a lemon stored in your fridge will help control and eliminate unpleasant smells.
Ant deterrent
: Pouring lemon juice around areas where ants frequent is said to repel them.
Toilet
: Mix 1/2 cup borax and a cup of lemon juice for a powerful toilet cleaner that will leave it smelling extra clean!
Laundry:
A teaspoon of lemon juice thrown into your wash can help your clothes to smell fresh.
Glass and mirrors
: Four tablespoons of lemon juice mixed with two litres of water makes an effective window cleaner.
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Thanks for the handy tips. There certainly is a lot that you can do with lemon juice.