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The Nutrition of Lemons & Limes

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Lisa Thompson

Similar to oranges, lemons and limes are citrus fruits you can find in the grocery store all year. Lemon and lime trees grow in warmer climates, such as California and Florida, and typical fruits to be about 2 in. in diameter for limes and 2 ½ in. to 3 in. in diameter for lemons.

Lisa Thompson has been writing since 2008, when she began writing for the Prevention website. She is a holistic health practitioner, nationally certified massage therapist and National Council on Strength and Fitness-certified personal trainer. Thompson also holds certificates in nutrition and herbology from the Natural Healing Institute, as well as a Master of Education from California State University.