THE HEALING POWER OF LEMONS - Part 2

Calm & alert: Research has show that lemon balm has a calming effect and that inhaling lemon oil helps to increase concentration and alertness.
Pain relief: massage the affected area with several drops of lemon oil mixed with 1 tablespoon jojoba oil.
Cold & Flu relief: Defense cells need Vitamin C-drink freshly squeezed juice of 1 lemon in a glass of lukewarm water every 2 hours at the first indication. 
Ease Eczema: a lemon wrap may offer relief. Add 8 drops of lemon essential oil to 1 cup lukewarm water and 1 tablespoon of liquid honey. Soak a linen cloth in the liquid, squeeze out excess, and place cloth on affected area for 15 minutes, 2 to 3 times a day.
Lower cholesterol: pectin power in lemons along with its other metabolism and circulation-boosting nutrients can help lower cholesterol.
Banish insomnia: lemon balm combined with other calming herbs (such as valerian, hops and chamomile) helps reduce anxiety and promote sleep.