I really enjoy eating lemons, I ate a far bit of them in my lifetime, they are my favourite fruit. I used to have braces and I know that from eating the lemons it caused my teeth to wear down, so when I got my braces removed my teeth were all bumpy and they had to fix them further... anyway, Now, I have a weak stomach... I cannot drink any alcohol or I get really sick... I got to thinking and I was just wondering if lemons may have had something to do with this ?? lol
Thanks.
2007-01-21 02:56:16 · 18 answers · asked by thankgodformaryjane 4 in Health ➔ Other - Health
They break down the enamel on your teeth.
2007-01-21 03:01:46 · answer #1 · answered by FaerieWhings 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think the acidity from the lemons is what caused your teeth to become bumpy... but I am sure that your stomach acid is far more potent than a bunch of lemons. Some people can't handle drinking liquor. It makes me sick, too, and I don't eat lemons! Alcohol is a toxin, and your liver gets overloaded when you drink it... which makes people drunk... or sick.
Lemons are good for you. Lots of Vitamin C.
My mouth is salivating just thinking about eating a lemon! Good for you that you can do that!
2007-01-21 03:08:36 · answer #2 · answered by madjennyvane 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From wikipedia:
Lemon juice is also sprinkled on cut fruit, such as apples, to prevent oxidation which would otherwise rapidly darken the fruit, making it less appetizing. Some people like to eat lemons as fruit, however water should be consumed afterwards to wash the citric acid and sugar from the teeth, which might otherwise promote tooth decay and many other dental diseases.
So I don't know about the weak stomach but drink some water after indulging in your lemon-eating practices.
2007-01-21 19:07:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lemons are a good source of vitamin C, but eating two per-day does seem a little excessive. The acidity in all the lemons you have eaten may be the cause of your stomach problems, but you should really consult your doctor for his/her professional opinion.
2007-01-21 03:10:08 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lemons are a good source of vitamin C. You may get acid reflux from eating too many lemons.. also make sure you brush your teeth often to avoid enamel erosion.
2016-05-24 05:12:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lemons are very acidic. I would have some bread or crackers or something in your belly if you're such a chronic lemon eater. I'm not sure about potential damage to your esophagus.
2007-01-21 03:00:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Highly doubtful that you'd have any lasting health concerns regarding past lemon consumption. I'd look elsewhere about the stomach problems.
2007-01-21 02:59:19 · answer #7 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lemons are very bad for your teeth. It wears the enamel out on your teeth so they have no protective coating. This will cause them to decay.
2007-01-21 02:58:54 · answer #8 · answered by Nette 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so, but cut down the lemon intake to one lemon a day, it is sufficient to give the daily vitamin C that your body requires.
2007-01-21 03:01:22 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honey, you answered your own question. Yes it already has caused damage to your teeth and stomach, so there fore they are harmful when you eat to many. The damage to your teeth is irreversible, you will need laminates or crowns. As for your stomach you'll need to see a MD about permanent problems-hopefully the stomach will recover.
2007-01-21 03:11:15 · answer #10 · answered by Lady X 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lemons are acidic...so yes, they can and will effect the enamel on your teeth and can effect your stomach also. I'd suggest breaking the habit.
2007-01-21 02:58:55 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋