Lemon
Vitamin C, supports digestion. Deepen your understanding of nutrition with thoughtful, accessible guides designed to support your wellness journey.
Info
Ingredient name
Lemon
Season
Winter
Short description
A small fruit with a big role: lemon brightens fat-heavy dishes, balances sweetness, and supports digestion. The zest is where most of the aromatic oils live.
Nutritive type
FiberCarb
Key nutrients
Vitamin CPolyphenols
Calories per weight
29 kcal / 100g
Nutrition Density
High (per gram)
Energy type
Quick
Satiety level
Low
Best time to consume
Morning
Glycemic index / glycemic impact
20 (low)
Blood sugar effect
Lowering
Digestibility level
Excellent
Gut friendliness
Yes
FODMAP level
Low
Good for (health benefits)
Digestion, skin, immunity
Inflammatory effect
Anti-inflammatory
Key protective compounds
Limonene, hesperidin
Taste profile
Sour, bright
Taste good with
Honey, olive oil, fish
Best used with (ingredient pairings)
Tahini, garlic, ginger
Best preparation methods
Juice + zest, raw
Cooking reduces
Vitamin C
Best absorbed with
Plant iron sources
Best storage method
Counter or fridge
Shelf life
2–3 weeks
Signs of spoilage
Soft spots, white mold
Environmental footprint
Low–medium
Traditional uses
Mediterranean & North African cooking
Mood & cognitive effects
EnergyFocus
Lemon recipes
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