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Does lime juice kill germs?

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Not well enough to make ceviche safe. The juice is strong enough at full strength to kill many bacteria and some parasites, but when added to seafood, it is instantly diluted by the water in the meat. read more

The juice is strong enough at full strength to kill many bacteria and some parasites, but when added to seafood, it is instantly diluted by the water in the meat. The acid is sufficient to denature the proteins, as with cooking, but it does not have the same effects as temperature in killing bacteria and other parasites. read more

And, recent research has shown that one of the best ways to fight harmful bacteria is simply to drink some lime juice. Limes, those deliciously tart citrus fruits, are often passed over at the grocery store in favor of lemons, but can be an important part of a healthy diet. read more

Lime juice can improve your skin Dandruff: wet scalp with the juice, and leave for 10 minutes before rinsing with water to reduce or eliminate dandruff. Skin mask for oily skin: combine 1 teaspoon of the juice with 1 teaspoon of rosewater and 1 tablespoon of pureed cucumber. read more

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