Citrus Fruit Guide: Nutrition, Acids & Stomach Health

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Lemons and Mucus

Published Jul,14 2011 | By Cynthia Myers

Lemons add color and flavor to food and provide a healthy dose of vitamin C. One-half cup of lemon pulp and juice supplies 90 percent of the recommended daily amount of vitamin C. Acidic lemons have a refreshing sourness most people cut with sugar or honey.