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Tanya S asked in HealthOther - Health · 9 years ago

Sun and Citrus fruits are not a good match- True or False?

Is it true that limes, oranges, grape fruits etc. don't mix well with sun?

What will happen if I apply orange juice (in the form of facial spray) on face & walk down the lanes in hot summer?

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  • 9 years ago
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    This sun-induced skin sensitivity, called "phytodermatitis," is caused by juice dripping from fruits like limes, lemons, oranges or grapefruit, from celery, and even from parsnip and fennel onto the skin. Other plants can also have the same effect with certain individuals, so check with your doctor. With some, strong reactions can occur resulting in sunburn, rash, hives, and even blistering. Others may be unaffected. Parents and child care providers should be particularly careful in making sure kids wash their hands and faces carefully (even arms and legs if they are particularly messy with juice drippings) before heading outdoors.

  • Anonymous
    9 years ago

    false

  • Anonymous
    9 years ago

    false.

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