Eating a Lime Alone Bad? (Acidic?)?

Question

I enjoy cutting up a green lime in half and either sucking on it, or squeezing out the juice and drinking it...

is this bad for you?

i'm asking since its acidic and of course would be concerned.

i've heard many people enjoy warm water mixed with the lime...hmmm...

???

Answer 1

It it actually good for you!

My mom has taught me to cut up a lime or lemon into wedges, sprinkle salt on them, and suck on to them! =)

it is soo nice to have!

warm water mixed with lime juice is good in the morning if you have nausea or if you don't feel well, it makes you burp and you'd feel better in less than a half hour!

now, it might make you teeth eek but that goes away in an hour, and sometimes you don't even feel it!

Don't worry! Citrons are full of vitamin C and are quite good for your health!

EAT EM UP  

Answer 2

Eating a lime (or lemon) this way just one time will not do any big, permenant damage.   However, long term.....yes....the acidity in limes (and lemons) can damage the enamel on your teeth.   It can also cause some stomach/gastrointestinal symptoms and problems if you are prone to having stomach acid issues....again because of the highly acidic nature of the fruit.

I would recommend eating a lime this way very infrequently.   Yes...try squeezing a little lime juice in water (warm or iced) to dilute the effects on your teeth but still enjoy the flavor.

Hope this helps!

Answer 3

The acid is bad for your teeth.  It will take the enamel right off.  Be sure to rinse your mouth well afterwards.

Answer 4

I peel off a lime and chuck it in my mouth. I love it!.

Answer 5

from what i know, the acid from the lime/limons are very bad for your teeth.  

Answer 6

Lmao, the only thing bad in lemons/limes is the acid, it eats away the enamel in your teeth.

Answer 7

it ruins your tooth enamel