Here’s another very common question we are asked – can I use a lemon to season my meals?
The answer is yes and no. If lemon is on your list then you can definitely use the whole lemon. Lemon will be listed as one of your fruits, thus, if it is listed, then yes it can be used with your meal. You can use it in both, water or tea and as an ingredient in your food.
The lemon peel, on the other hand, can be used as a seasoning by everyone. This is regardless of the phase they are in.
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