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Homes & Gardens
Rebecca Shepherd

I've started putting lemons in my dishwasher – here's why I'll never load dirty dishes without them again

Woman chopping lemons on a marble chopping board.

Lemons are the answer to all your cleaning woes – a bold statement, I know. But after adding lemon halves to my dishwasher for the past month, it’s safe to say I’ll never load a wash without this kitchen staple again.

From a nicer-smelling load to more sparkly dishes, placing the citrus sensation in my dishwasher has taken my cleaning game to new heights. After speaking to experts, it’s clear to see why: the natural and effective cleaning agent contains citric acid, which is known and loved for its grime-busting and shine-adding abilities.

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