Lemons are well-known as a source of vitamin C and antioxidants. In addition, this fruit which has the Latin name Citrus limon contains carbohydrates, water, fiber, protein, and several types of minerals needed by the child's body, such as potassium, calcium, and magnesium.

Because of its nutritional content, it is only natural that lemons provide benefits for children's health, including:

As mentioned above, lemon contains vitamin C and antioxidants. In 100 grams of fresh lemon, it contains vitamin C which can meet about 50% of the daily needs of children.

These two components are very much needed by the Little One's body to strengthen the immune system and protect it from various types of diseases, especially in the midst of a pandemic like today.

In addition to increasing endurance, the content of vitamin C and citric acid in lemons can also maximize the absorption of iron from the food consumed by children. That way, lemon can help prevent anemia in children.

The nutritional content of lemons can increase collagen levels in the skin. Collagen is an important protein that is responsible for maintaining skin elasticity and health.

In addition, collagen is also an important component to accelerate wound healing. Well, in the growth period when your little one is active, faster wound healing will be very beneficial for him.

If your little one doesn't really like drinking water, you can give him a mixture of lemon slices and drinking water or better known as infused water. In addition, another option is that you can mix lemon juice with water for him to consume.

The presence of lemon in children's drinking water can add a little taste. So, it is hoped that your little one will prefer to drink water to hydrate his body. So that your little one is more interested in drinking, put the mixed water into a cute shaped drinking bottle.

A medium-sized lemon contains about 2 grams of fiber. The fiber contained in lemons is a type of soluble fiber, such as pectin. This fiber content has benefits for improving intestinal health, slowing the digestion of sugar and starch, and reducing the risk of constipation.

Because of these benefits, lemon is also considered to be able to control weight gain in children, thereby preventing obesity.

The fiber content of lemons is found in the pulp. Well, to get these benefits optimally, don't throw away the grains or fibers that come out when squeezing lemons, Bun. Simply set aside the lemon seeds, then add the lemon zest and fiber along with the juice.

Although there are many benefits of lemon for children's health, avoid giving your little one lemons in excess, yes, Bun. Due to its acidic nature, lemons can damage your baby's tooth enamel, thereby endangering the health of their teeth.

In addition, in some children, lemons can cause irritation, such as dermatitis. If your little one experiences symptoms in the form of red, dry, and sore skin, especially around his mouth, immediately consult a doctor to get the right treatment.