Winters could be annoying—think of coping with cold, flu, and fever with no recovery. Finally, you start wolfing down that handful of antibiotics.
Or perhaps your skin might be turning into a worst nightmare for you—oozing sores, swollen bumps, and acne. But what you know is next to nothing to heal those creepy symptoms.
Guess what? Lemongrass—a greenish, lemon-scented grass found in tropical
region—is your holy grail to opt for. Because of the antioxidant and antiseptic properties, lemongrass helps against bacteria and skin infections.
But its wonders don’t end here. Lemongrass contains essential vitamins and minerals. Main of them are:
1. Vitamin A
2. Vitamin B1
3. Vitamin B2
4. Vitamin B3
5. Magnesium
6. Iron
7. Copper
8. Zinc
It’s also:
1. Anti-fungal
2. Anti-parasitic
3. Anti-malarial
Lemongrass is used in different forms such as:
1. Lemongrass Powder
2. Lemongrass Essential Oil
3. Dried Lemongrass
4. Fresh Lemongrass
While most Asians use it to savor their traditional cuisines, others utilize it to make medicines. Curious to know how it can help your health, too? Below is a list of 5 health benefits of lemongrass.
1. Keeps Your Gut Healthy:
Lemongrass essential oil is helpful against Helicobacter Pylori—an important microorganism that causes stomach and small intestine infection. It also prevents gastric ulcer and indigestion. Not sure how to cure stomach ache, constipation, and diarrhea? Grab that steaming cup of lemongrass tea and sip through it. You’ll instantly see symptoms going away. Due to its antibacterial properties, lemongrass eases bowel movement and sweeps colon.
2. Helps Lose Weight:
Thinking of shredding that extra belly pounds this month? Consider using lemongrass. Studies suggest that citral—an insoluble liquid found in
lemongrass—helps weight loss. It cutbacks on lipid accumulation and increases metabolism rate. Further, it oxidizes body fats and makes it available for instant energy.
3. Triggers Antiseptic Action:
Lemongrass has anti-fungal and antibacterial properties. Thus it can be used as an antiseptic medicine to prevent tinea—a group of fungal diseases such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, and jock itch.
Research shows that Lemongrass oil is effective in treating oral or vaginal infections caused by fungus.
4. Cures Insomnia:
Deprived of sleep at night and unable to count on a great day ahead—most insomnia patients can relate. Because of anxiety, stress and depression, the body’s natural sleep pattern disturbs. Fortunately, lemongrass oil has the potential to reduce anxiety, induce sleep, and enhance sedation. When massaged on body, it can relieve stress and increase the quality of sleep.
5. Reduces Blood Cholesterol:
Lemongrass oil contains helpful chemical compounds that reduce cholesterol. These chemicals lower the production of Mevalonic acid, a chemical agent that aids in cholesterol synthesis. Dr. Erciz suggests taking at least two drops per day to effectively balance cholesterol level.
Caution:
Lemongrass is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding because of a chemical compound that can affect birth weight and cause other complications.
Lemongrass can reduce blood sugar, so patients with diabetes should consult with their doctors before using it.