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This vessel is called an ecuelle a piquer, but a machine called scorzetta is gradually coming into use. The method of expression in Sicily is that of squeezing large slices of peel against sponges fixed in the hand, the sponges when soaked being wrung into an earthen bowl with a spout, in which the oil separates from the watery liquid. The oil is pale yellow to yellowish-green in colour, and has a very agreeable, citrus odour. It takes about 675 to 1,400 lemons to produce 1/2 kilo of oil, depending on the time of harvest. It has numerous uses in perfumery, cosmetics, beauty care, pharmacy and the food and soap industries. One of the more versatile essential oils in aromatherapy, it is a top note and blends well with neroli, clary sage, bergamot, citronella, orange, violet and galbanum. The oil, externally, is a strong rubefacient, and taken internally in small doses has stimulating and carminative properties. Lemon has been found to promote leukocyte formation, dissolve cellulite, increase lymphatic function, and promote a sense of well being. It is also beneficial for the skin, serves in the purification of air and water, and works well in removing gum, oil and grease spots. This antiseptic and antibacterial oil will perform many tasks when used in blends, including treating verrucas, insect bites, and tension headaches. It has a tonic action on the lymphatic system and a stimulating action on the digestive system. It will assist you to keep slim, help disperse cellulite, and keep wrinkles at bay. It may also serve as an insect repellant and may be beneficial for the skin. It is probable that the lemon is the most valuable of all fruit for preserving health. The juice may be used in diaphoretic and diuretic draughts. It is highly recommended in acute rheumatism, and is sometimes given to counteract narcotic poisons, especially opium. Locally, it is a good astringent, whether as a gargle in sore throat, in pruritis of the scrotum, in uterine haemorrhage after delivery, or as a lotion in sunburn. It is said to be the best cure for severe, obstinate hiccough, and is helpful in jaundice and hysterical palpitation of the heart. The decoction has been found to be a good antiperiodic, useful as a substitute for quinine in malarial conditions, or for reducing the temperature in typhoid.
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It's actions also include antiacid, antifungal, antimicrobal, antisclerotic, antiscorbutic, antineuralgic, antirheumatic, antispasmodic, cicatrisant, coagulant, cooling, depurative, detoxifying, disinfectant, emollient, escharotic, fegrifuge, haemostatic, hepatic, hypoglycemiant, hypotensive, immune stimulant, insecticide, laxative, stomachic, styptic, and vermifuge. Lemon has a cooling, energizing, uplifting and refreshing effect and can produce clarity of thought especially when a person is hot and bothered. Lemon is useful for skin care in that it can deter acne, anaemia, brittle nails, boils, chilblains, corns, wounds, oily skin, cold sores, insect stings and bites, mouth ulcers, age or liver spots, throat infections and warts. Lemon's effects upon circulation include it's ability to lessen high blood pressure, reduce varicose veins and help stop nosebleeds. It's effects upon muscles and joints can be it's ability to relieve painful arthritis and rheumatism. Cellulite also can be reduced with the use of lemon. Due to lemon's antispasmodic properties, it can help when asthma is present. It can clear catarrh from the respiratory tract and aid in the treatment of bronchitis. Digestion can be improved due to the ability of lemon to alkalinize the body. In this way, dyspepsia can also be alleviated. On the immune system, lemon's antiseptic properties make it useful when colds, influenza, fevers and infections are present. It's power in preventing and arresting scurvy is unequaled by any other remedy, except a liberal supply of fresh vegetables of the cruciform family.












































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