Lemons are a citrus fruit that is not only versatile in cooking but can also be used for their powerful lemon juice. Lemons have been used to treat scurvy since the 17th century when sailors would consume lemon juice on long sea voyages to prevent vitamin C deficiencies. Lemons also contain nutrients like potassium and vitamin C as well as flavonoids which provide anti-inflammatory properties. 

Lemons have a low glycemic index, so lemon juice can be used to improve blood sugar levels. The lemon juice also contains flavonoids which provide anti-inflammatory properties and may help reduce inflammation in the body. Lemons are high in vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants which are good for your skin. They contain natural acids that can help clear up acne.

Lemons are also a great way to add flavor and lemon juice can be used in salads, pasta dishes, fish dishes, lemonade, or tea for an extra citrus kick!

Here are some powerful uses of lemon:

1. Clean your microwave with a lemon

Did you know that microwaves can get dirty? I had no idea until my mom told me about this genius hack to clean it. You use a lemon! All you have to do is cut the top off and then rub it in circles on all of the food residues on your microwave walls for some time, making sure not to put any juice inside because even though lemons are organic if there's anything left over from the dish before it could be dangerous (you might want to wear gloves while doing so). Once finished scrubbing rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry. Your microwave will look like new again!!!!

2. Use lemons to clean stainless steel appliances

Lemons are a great way to clean stainless steel appliances as they leave behind an acid that can cut through dirt, grease, and lime deposits. Clean the appliance with warm water first then dry it off afterward before applying lemon juice onto the surface using a cloth or sponge. Let this sit for five minutes before rinsing thoroughly after which you should use another citrus fruit-like orange to buff out any remaining streaks/stains on your stainless steel appliance in order to get rid of them completely.

3. Revive old wooden furniture by rubbing it with a cut lemon

Revive old wooden furniture by rubbing it with a cut lemon and applying some olive oil. The acid from the juice of the lemon will dry out any cracks in your wood while its natural oils keep them looking fresh and new! Did you know that one easy way to revive an aging piece of wooden furniture is to rub it down with a clean, finely-cut lemon? Lemon contains citric acid which can help remove dirt or stains left on unfinished pieces as well as smooth away rough edges for light scratches. Applying just enough olive oil helps protect against water damage while also giving off a pleasant aroma like no other!

4. Remove odors from the garbage disposal by adding some juice from half of a fresh lemon 

The best way to get rid of garbage disposal smells is by adding fresh lemon juice. Squeeze half a lemon and pour it into the drain, let sit for 10 minutes before running some water through it again. A great solution for getting rid of odors in your kitchen sink is with lemons! Cut one open and put its contents down into the drain where you can leave them sitting overnight or until they have dissolved completely. Once that's been done, just run some more water over top so all those nasty things are flushed out as well!

5. Get rid of fruit flies in your home or office by placing slices of lemons near them 

If you think that a fruit fly infestation is the worst problem in your life, we have good news for you. Fruit flies are meant to be dealt with and disposed of as soon as they appear - but thankfully there's one surefire way to get rid of them on site: slices of lemons! You may not enjoy throwing away food like this into garbage bags or outside if it attracts other pests, so why don't keep these citrusy bad boys around?