Lemons are versatile fruits that can be used in a number of ways. From fresh lemon juices to pies and lemon-flavored cookies, these fruits are primary choices for food and beverage. Lemons are high in vitamin C and they possess antioxidants as well as anti-carcinogenic properties. Its anti-bacterial effects make it a viable choice for numerous skin care, hair and household needs.
Some of the household applications attributed to lemons include air fresheners and all-purpose cleaners. A teaspoon of lemon juice can be added as part of your dishwashing detergent. It is also suitable for bleaching and can help you in getting rid of unwanted clothes’ smell. http://www.greenlivingtips.com/articles/136/1/24-handy-lemon-tips.html
How to Juice a Lemon
How to Juice a Lemon is a video hosted by food & lifestyle expert, Miranda Valentine. She explains the process, which many people will underestimate. All is revealed in this video, which is easy to understand and informative! This video is part of a wider series of videos about smoothies/food & drink, which are published and available for free on the Mahalo.com channel of YouTube.
Tips in Juicing a Lemon
Use the heel of your palm in rolling the lemon so that you can get all the possible juices out. Another trick is to use your clean hand as a strainer in keeping the seeds from getting into the juice bowl.
There are times when you would find traces of lemon pulp in your juice while extracting so to remedy this, simply scoop that away with a spoon to get the pulp out.
Juicing Techniques
Learn these practical steps in juicing a lemon:
- Roll the lemon onto a flat surface or cutting board. This will help in breaking down the fibers so you can get more juice.
- Remember these terms: Squeeze, Twist and Juice. Insert the wooden spoon into the sliced lemon and twist it to squeeze all the juices out.
How to Make a Healthy Berry Smoothie
How to Make a Healthy Berry Smoothie. This video is part of a wider series of videos about smoothies/food & drink, which are published and available for free on the Mahalo.com channel of YouTube.
How to Make a Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
How to Make a Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie is hosted by food & lifestyle expert, Miranda Valentine. Miranda explains the full process in making a delicious chocolate peanut butter smoothie. This video is part of a wider series of videos about smoothies/food & drink, which are published and available for free on the Mahalo.com channel of YouTube.
How to Make a Healthy Peanut Butter and Jelly Smoothie
Miranda Valentine explains How to Make a Healthy Peanut Butter and Jelly Smoothie in this Mahalo.com produced video. Miranda explains everything you will need to know to make the perfect smoothie and then add a twist of peanut butter and jelly! This video is part of a wider series of videos about smoothies/food & drink, which are published and available for free on the Mahalo.com channel of YouTube.
How to Cut a Mango
Miranda Valentine, founder/editor of the popular lifestyle blog, Everything Sounds Better in French (www.betterinfrench.com) shows us a neat trick that makes cutting mangos a cinch! This video is part of a wider series of videos about smoothies/food & drink, which are published and available for free on the Mahalo.com channel of YouTube.
How to Make a Healthy Tropical Smoothie
How to Make a Healthy Tropical Smoothie is hosted by lifestyle & food expert, Miranda Valentine. She explains the full process of making a tropical smoothie, whilst still keeping it healthy. This video is part of a wider series of videos about smoothies/food & drink, which are published and available for free on the Mahalo.com channel of YouTube.
How to Make a Smoothie
Miranda Valentine, founder/editor of the popular lifestyle blog, Everything Sounds Better in French (www.betterinfrench.com) shows us the basic step to making any smoothie! This video is part of a wider series of videos about smoothies/food & drink, which are published and available for free on the Mahalo.com channel of YouTube.
References
Fast Facts
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Use lemon to sanitize a chopping block.
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Use lemon to remove tough food stains.
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Lemon juice is a natural degreaser.
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Lemon is an effective cooling agent for scars and burns.
