• About
  • Contcat Us
  • Privacy Policy
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Primenews.com.gh
No Result
View All Result
  • HomePage
  • Ghana News
  • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • HomePage
  • Ghana News
  • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
No Result
View All Result
Primenews.com.gh Logo
No Result
View All Result
Home entertainment

Know the difference between Lime and Lemon

by Vincent Ashitey
2020-05-15
in entertainment
Know the difference between Lime and Lemon
33
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on WhatsApp

Research cannot precisely show the origin of Lime but it is believed to be grown first in Indonesia and transported to north Africa.


While the Lemon as studied by a genomic indicates it was a hybrid between bitter orange (sour orange) and citron and from northern Burma or China.

Limes are small, round and green.

Lemons are usually large, oval-shaped and yellowish when ripe.

READ ALSO

Rihanna to launch Fenty beauty products in Africa

KFC Ghana unveils Kidi as brand ambassador (Photos)

Both fruits are acidic and sour but lemons tend to be sweeter whiles the lime have a bitter flavour and taste. They are from the same citrus fruit family, rich in vitamin C with same nutritional benefits and low in calories, aids digestion, gives fresh breath and prevents kidney stones.

Lime juice is more acidic than that of the Lemon. Lime has 6% in acid while Lemon has 4%. The acid helps boost metabolism, it helps burn more calories and stores less fat.

ADVERTISEMENT

Lime contains some amount of phosphorus, magnesium, folate, niacin and riboflavin. It has a high content of vitamin C which 20% s a daily need of human, it also has some amount of iron, calcium, vitamin B6, thiamine, potassium and provides antioxidants.

Lime can provide 32% of the vitamin C needed in a day and its nutrients can support the heart, reduce the risk of asthma and promote healthy skin.

Lemon or Lime can make you experience acid reflux, it can risk cavity in respect to the teeth, can also erode enamel. Not advisable to take it just before bed because it can rid itself of unwanted toxins.

To limit the eroding of tooth enamel, it is better to drink the Lemon mixed with water through a straw and rinse the mouth with plain water afterwards.

Tags: LemonLime
ShareTweetSend
Previous Post

7 health benefits of eating cucumber

Next Post

We’re not oblivious of NDC’s calculated attempts to tarnish our image – EC

Related Posts

Rihanna
entertainment

Rihanna to launch Fenty beauty products in Africa

2022-05-11
KFC Ghana unveils Kidi as brand ambassador (Photos)
entertainment

KFC Ghana unveils Kidi as brand ambassador (Photos)

2022-05-11
Britney Spears
entertainment

Britney Spears released from 13-year conservatorship

2021-11-13
Photos+Videos from Sika Osei’s traditional wedding
entertainment

Photos+Videos from Sika Osei’s traditional wedding

2021-10-22
Nominees for 2021 BET Hip-Hop Awards announced
entertainment

Nominees for 2021 BET Hip-Hop Awards announced

2021-09-10
It’s okay to not like your mom!
entertainment

It’s okay to not like your mom!

2021-09-09
Next Post
Jean Mensa (left) Ofosu Ampofo (middle) and Asiedu Nketia (right)

We're not oblivious of NDC's calculated attempts to tarnish our image - EC

U/W: 15-year-old COVID-19 patient escapes from quarantine at St. Theresa Hospital

COVID-19 cases in Ghana reach 5,638 with 1,460

ADVERTISEMENT

TRENDING NEWS IN GHANA

Poland’s Iga Swiatek is the overwhelming favorite in the French Open women’s draw, carrying a 28-match win streak into Roland Garros.

Check out French Open women’s singles draw

2022-05-20
Guillermo Zaragoza

Guillermo Zaragoza steps down as WAFA coach

2022-05-20
UEFA approves new Champions League format

UEFA approves new Champions League format

2022-05-11
Nigeria to host 2021/22 Confederation Cup final

Nigeria to host 2021/22 Confederation Cup final

2022-05-11
Hasaacas Ladies face Ashtown Ladies for place in Women’s FA Cup final today

Hasaacas Ladies face Ashtown Ladies for place in Women’s FA Cup final today

2022-05-11
CAA U20 & U18 Western Athletics Championships: Former Accra Mayor Adjei Sowah chairs 7-member LOC

CAA U20 & U18 Western Athletics Championships: Former Accra Mayor Adjei Sowah chairs 7-member LOC

2022-05-11
WAFU Cup of Nations: Five Ghanaians handed roles for Cote D’Ivoire vs Togo clash

WAFU Cup of Nations: Five Ghanaians handed roles for Cote D’Ivoire vs Togo clash

2022-05-11
Cameron Johnson scored 14 points as the Suns took a series lead over the Mavericks

NBA playoffs: Devin Booker leads Phoenix Suns to win over Dallas Mavericks

2022-05-11
MTN FA Cup Committee changes venue for Hearts of Oak vs Dreams FC semi-final clash

MTN FA Cup Committee changes venue for Hearts of Oak vs Dreams FC semi-final clash

2022-05-11
Newspapers headlines: Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Newspapers headlines: Wednesday, May 11, 2022

2022-05-11
ADVERTISEMENT

Must Reads

CAA U20 & U18 Western Athletics Championships: Former Accra Mayor Adjei Sowah chairs 7-member LOC

NBA playoffs: Devin Booker leads Phoenix Suns to win over Dallas Mavericks

MTN FA Cup Committee changes venue for Hearts of Oak vs Dreams FC semi-final clash

Newspapers headlines: Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Elon Musk would reverse Donald Trump’s Twitter ban

UK asylum seekers hiding to avoid Rwanda plan

About

A Prime Network Limited Website.

Follow us

No Result
View All Result
  • HomePage
  • Ghana News
  • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Sports

©2015 - 2020 Primenews.com.gh

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Create New Account!

Fill the forms bellow to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In

Add New Playlist

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.