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Yes, approximately 7 grams. See the related question further down this page.
Yes, Vitamin C is found in most citrus fruits like the lime.
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Concentration of vitamin C in lime (approx. 30 mg/100 g) is lower than the concentration of vitamin C in lemon (between 40 and 50 mg/1oo g) - after USDA data.
no. But it does have a LOT of vitamin C, a good bit of potassium, and some calcium, iron, phosphorus, and fiber.
Lime in water is very healthy and tasty too. It adds a bit of vitamin C along with some flavor.
Scurvy is the name for a vitamin defficency disease- the vitamin missing is Vitamin C. Sailors in the British Navy were given lime juice, which has a high vitamin C content, and did not get scurvy. Which is how the British got the nickname "limies".
Lime or lime juice is a rich source of Vitamin C. Vitamin C is known for its anti oxidant properties and also for building up the body immunity. There is no cure for herpes but a strong auto immune system will help to curtail herpes outbreaks. mediconweb.
Especially vitamin C and vitamin A; small quantities of thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, B-6, B-12, folate, E. The peel is more rich in vitamins.
Fruit juice <><><> That's right. Scurvy is caused by a shortage of Vitamin C in the diet. Fruit juice (lime, lemon, orange, apple, etc) is very high in Vitamin C.
yes a lime has 2 to 3 times as much vitamin C than oranges. --------- Concentration of vitamin C in limes (approx. 30 mg/100 g) is lower than the concentration of vitamin C in oranges (approx. 50 mg/1oo g) - after USDA data.
It was probably used as a source of vitamin C during sea voyages. This prevented or minimized the incidence of scurvey. The vitamin C connection was not known, but the effect on scurvey was.
No lime is not bad for the human body, it is an excellent source of vitamin C, helps with digestion, and serves in many cases for treatment of various ailments.
Vitamin C - which can be found in citrus fruits such as lemons, limes and oranges.