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Lemon Nutrition Facts

Limon
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Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Consume
Limit
Avoid
Serving Size: 100g
Edible Portion: 50%
Calories 42kcal / 2530kcal (1%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
1.6 g/ 42g (3%)
low
Saturated Fat
0.21 g/ 20g (1%)
low
Cholesterol
0 mg/ 300mg (0%)
free
Unsaturated Fat
0.53 g
Total Carbohydrates
6.3 g/ 348g (1%)
Dietary Fiber
2.2 g/ 20g (11%)
Sugar
2 g/ 63g (3%)
Protein
0.5 g/ 71g (0.7%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%)
Vitamin C
45 mg/ 70mg (64%)
high
Vitamin B1
0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%)
Vitamin B2
0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%)
Vitamin B3
0.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%)

Minerals

Calcium
8 mg/ 750mg (1%)
Iron
0.2 mg/ 12mg (1%)
Phosphorus
7 mg/ 700mg (1%)
Sodium
2 mg/ 1500mg (0.13%)
free
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Lemon (citrus fruit), usually eaten as juice or used as a flavoring for water, viands, and salads.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
Lemon adds fiber (2.2 g per 100 g) which can help keep your digestion regular, and it also brings hydration-friendly flavor when used in water or sauces. It has carbohydrates (6.3 g) and natural sugars (2.0 g), but the bigger benefit is how it helps you enjoy meals with less need for extra salt or heavy sauces. The sodium is very low (2 mg), so it’s a good option when you’re trying to keep meals lighter. It also contains some fat (1.6 g) and saturated fat (0.21 g), but these are small amounts for typical serving sizes.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
  • Use lemon juice or zest to brighten dishes (sinigang, grilled fish, chicken, vegetables) instead of relying on extra salt or sugary sauces.
  • If you make lemon water, keep it simple: lemon + water, and add a little honey or sugar only if needed.
  • For snacks, try lemon with plain yogurt or as a topping for fruit to add flavor without adding much calories.
  • Pair lemon with fiber-rich foods (vegetables, beans, whole grains) for better fullness during your 3 meals and 1–2 snacks.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang, Lemon chicken, Kinilaw, Grilled fish with lemon, Fruit salad with lemon
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