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Lemon Peel

Citrus limon

Antioxidant, Digestive

Lemon peel is a simple kitchen remedy used for digestion, nausea comfort routines, and brightening tea blends. It adds aroma and gentle bitterness.

Key Benefits

Traditionally used for digestion support (educational use).
Used for nausea comfort routines.
Boosts flavor and aroma in tea blends.

Common Issues It May Help With

Nausea comfort routines (traditional use).
Indigestion routines (traditional use).
After-meal heaviness routines (traditional use).

How To Use (Simple)

Tea: zest or dried peel steeped in hot water.
Blend: pairs with ginger, chamomile, or mint.
Food: use in cooking and baking.

Taste / Notes

Bright citrus, slightly bitter.

Evidence Level

Primarily culinary evidence; traditional use for digestive comfort.

Cautions

Use unsprayed/washed peel; avoid waxy commercial peel unless scrubbed.

Interactions

No major known interactions.

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