Question 1

i have a bad case of viral conjunctivitis. have seen an ophthalmologist. any effective home remedy? apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey, anything?

Accepted Answer

Conjunctivitis : Your doctor probably prescribed some drops. Why would you not use them ?

Question 2

is lemon juice good for gallbladder?

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No effect: Lemon juice is neither good nor bad. It should have no specific effect (positive or negative) for your gallbladder.

Question 3

does lemon juice helps to stop period?

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Lemon juice claims.: Lemons are rumored to prevent your period, induce your period, slow your period, stop your period ; lighten your period. I have not found any studies to support these claims. If anyone has seen scientific literature to the contrary –  i would be interested.

Question 4

how can  lemon juice affece baby stomach?

Accepted Answer

Unnecessary: A baby does not need lemon or any other juices. To answer your question I do not know of any effect that lemon juice has on the stomach of babies.

Question 5

how can it be that lemon juice makes my chest hurt?

Accepted Answer

Lemon juice: The acid in lemon juice may trigger esophageal spasm or irritation and chest pain.

Question 6

can i add lemon juice to an over-the-counter douch?

Accepted Answer

See below: You can but this might increase your risk of getting a yeast infection.

Question 7

does baking powder and lemon juice whiten the skin?

Accepted Answer

Minimally: Lemon juice is a home remedy to lighten skin, however some people will develop a rash on the skin when the treated area is exposed to sun. This is called phytophotodermatitis an can produce more noticeable dark marks than what you are trying to fade. Instead, try otc fading creams containing hydroquinone  2% or see your doctor for prescription fading creams and/ or chemical peels.

Question 8

will lemon juice from concentrate help my tonsillitis?

Accepted Answer

No: It won't help at all, and it will probably hurt a lot. Don't do it.

Question 9

is honey and lemon juice together a detox for your body?

Accepted Answer

No: But go ahead and take it if you like the concoction. It will not do any harm.
There are no evidence based detox medications, techniques, potions, enemas, diets, massages, exercises or whatever else somebody may be peddling!

Question 10

how much lemon juice to take for lowering uric acid levels?

Accepted Answer

It is worthless: Lemon juice has no benefit in lowering serum uric acid levels. If you have gout, you need to be on allopurinol. If you have no gout history then you generally do not have to do anything.

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Lemon juice for conjunctivitis

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I have a bad case of viral conjunctivitis. have seen an ophthalmologist. any effective home remedy? apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey, anything?

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Is lemon juice good for gallbladder?

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Does lemon juice helps to stop period?

A member asked:

How can lemon juice affece baby stomach?

A member asked:

How can it be that lemon juice makes my chest hurt?

A member asked:

Can i add lemon juice to an over-the-counter douch?

A member asked:

Does baking powder and lemon juice whiten the skin?

A member asked:

Will lemon juice from concentrate help my tonsillitis?

A member asked:

Is honey and lemon juice together a detox for your body?

A member asked:

How much lemon juice to take for lowering uric acid levels?

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