Miracle of Olive Oil and Lemon

If you’ve ever heard about popular wisdom, you’ve likely come across the benefits of olive oil and lemon juice on an empty stomach. As with many home remedies, this combination isn’t far off the mark. Both extra virgin olive oil and lemon have properties and benefits for our bodies when taken in the right amounts. But is it necessary to consume them together?

Lemon is often featured in all sorts of remedies and “miracle diets” that lack scientific evidence. However, this doesn’t mean it doesn’t offer health benefits—in fact, quite the opposite! While miracles may not exist, there are undeniable benefits to this citrus fruit, such as its diuretic capacity, antibacterial and antioxidant power, high vitamin C content (essential in our diet), and its contribution to strengthening the immune and nervous systems thanks to its potassium.