Lime
Lime (Medicine)
Lime (pronounced /laɪm/) is a term used in medicine to refer to the fruit of the Citrus aurantifolia, commonly known as the Key lime. This small, green fruit is known for its high vitamin C content and is used in various medicinal applications.
Etymology
The word "lime" comes from the Arabic līma (ليمة), which is a generic term for citrus fruit. The term was later adopted into English via Old French and Middle English.
Medical Uses
Limes are rich in Vitamin C, which is essential for the growth, development, and repair of all body tissues. It's involved in many body functions, including the formation of collagen, absorption of iron, the immune system, wound healing, and the maintenance of cartilage, bones, and teeth.
Lime juice and its natural oils are beneficial for skin when consumed orally or applied externally. It rejuvenates the skin, keeps it shining, protects it from infections, and reduces body odor due to the presence of a large amount of Vitamin C and Flavonoids.
Limes are also used in the treatment of scurvy, a disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C. In the past, sailors would carry limes on long voyages to prevent the disease.
Related Terms
- Citrus: A genus of flowering trees and shrubs in the rue family, Rutaceae.
- Vitamin C: Also known as ascorbic acid, is necessary for the growth, development and repair of all body tissues.
- Flavonoids: A diverse group of phytonutrients (plant chemicals) found in almost all fruits and vegetables.
- Scurvy: A disease resulting from a deficiency of vitamin C.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lime
- Wikipedia's article - Lime
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