Lemons are rich in Vitamin C and can help protect us from breast and other cancers. The nutrients and antioxidants in lemons can prevent foods from browning thus acting as natures natural preservative! The peel of the Lemon contain an oil known as limonene which has been found to prevent breast and other cancers, lower “bad” blood cholesterol, obesity, and bronchitis. Lemons also contain rutin, a flavonoid which has been found to strengthen veins and prevent fluid retention, especially in the legs. Lemons also stimulate the taste buds and may be useful for people with poor appetite.