5 Facts About LIME you did not KNOW!!!

 A lime, is a citrus fruit, which is typically round, green in color, 3–6 centimeters (1.2–2.4 in) in diameter, and contains acidic juice vesicles.

But, DID YOU KNOW THAT:

1. Lime is a citrus fruit and it contains high levels of Vitamin C and dietary fiber.
2. Because of the high level of citrus found in lime, they are used in the treatment of SCURVY.
3. Lime contains higher levels of sugar and acid than Lemons
4. They are used as accent flavors in foods and beverages.
5. Essential oils extracts made from lime have applications in the cosmetic industry for the production of fragrances.