Lemon: A Natural Cleanser and Digestive Stimulant
Lemon is known for its high vitamin C content, an essential antioxidant that helps keep the immune system strong and fights free radicals that age cells. Beyond that, it has a remarkable purifying effect: it helps the liver eliminate toxins and improves digestion by stimulating bile production.
When mixed with salt and tomato, lemon acts as a catalyst: it enhances the absorption of iron present in food and improves the assimilation of minerals such as potassium and magnesium.
It also has an alkalizing effect on the body, despite being an acidic citrus fruit. Once digested, lemon reduces internal acidity and balances the pH, which can help prevent stomach discomfort or heavy digestion, especially if you eat highly seasoned or fatty foods.
Salt: More Than Just a Seasoning
Although many people associate it only with hypertension or fluid retention, salt—in the right amount—is essential for the proper functioning of the body. It regulates fluid balance, facilitates nerve transmission, and participates in muscle contraction.
If you use sea salt or pink Himalayan salt, you also get additional minerals such as calcium, zinc, and magnesium.
When combined with lemon, the salt stimulates the taste buds and activates digestive enzymes. This is why many cultures use this mixture as an aperitif or natural remedy for an upset stomach, nausea, or even motion sickness. In some countries, it is common to suck on a little lemon and salt after a heavy meal to “settle the stomach.”
