Headache Remedy: Lemon Peel

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Ingredients:

• 1 Lemon

Method:

1. Peel a long strip of lemon rind
2. Rub the inner part of the peel on your temples 
3. Place the rind across your forehead 
4. Secure it with a bandage or a handkerchief
5. Repeat every time headache occurs

Why it works

The lemon peel contains essential oil that can cool the head and reduce the heat that comes from the headache. These oils also balance out the nervous system and muscles. Also the refreshing aroma from the lemon is able to mentally reduce the intensity and ease the pain.

Dry Skin Remedy: Olive Oil Scrub

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Ingredients:

• 1 lemon
• 5 tbsp sea salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Method:

1. Mix the sea salt and olive oil in a bowl
2. Add the juice of the lemon
3. Use this body scrub to exfoliate and moisturize your skin in the shower

Why it works:

Olive oil contains a compound called linoleic acid. This compound prevents water from evaporating. This keeps the skin hydrated and moisturized. Olive oil also contains various antioxidants that help prevent anti-aging and skin cancer.

Digestion and Nausea Remedy: Lemon Juice

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Ingredients:

• 1 lemon
• 1 glass of hot water

Method:

1. Slice the lemon
2. Squeeze the juice into the glass of water
3. Sip the drink until you feel better 
4. You can also just suck the juice directly from the lemon 

Why it works

Lemon juice contains neutralizing acid. This acid creates bicarbonates which help the stomach digest food properly. It also cleanses the digestive tract. The juice increases the production of saliva in your body which prevents bad breath and relieves nausea. Lemon contain multiple vitamins, riboflavins and minerals that are good for health. Hot water helps flush out the toxins in the body.