Its healing properties are special for diabetics and obese; it also heals ulcers, calms heartburn, balances the functioning of the circulatory system, decreases hypertension, improves cardiovascular functioning and invigorates the nervous system.

Having citric formic acid enhances the action of vitamin C while serving as an astringent and disinfectant, therefore it accelerates metabolism, decreases flatulence and fights gout. Treasure more than 33% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C, which is a powerful antioxidant and help to strengthen the immune system, being an ally for colds and infections; favors the absorption of iron and contributes to the creation of collagen. It is even beneficial for cardiovascular health, as indicated by the Spanish Heart Foundation on its official website.

With regard to its mineral content, it provides generous amounts of calcium, phosphorus and, above all, potassium, which is essential for the transmission of nerve impulses, also to regulate muscle activity and water balance inside and outside cells.

In addition, its nectar mixed with water is wonderful for decreasing fever and fighting arteriosclerosis.

In the same way as it is an antioxidant it contributes to reduce the risk of multiple degenerative diseases and even cancer. Due to its alkalizing properties of urine, it benefits those who have kidney stones or lithiasis.

Even for skin diseases it is advisable, however for this you should consume limes in the morning; also tea made from the peel facilitates digestion and tones the nerves.

To cure the drop you can extract the seeds and separately liquefy the peel next to the pulp with a glass of water. You take it for ten days, an hour and a half before your breakfast and after five days of having done it you can repeat the recipe.