LEMON GRASS

Is a species of grass called Cymbopogon citratus. It is commonly cultivated as culinary and medicinal herbs because of it’s scent, resembling that of lemons (Citrus limon). Lemongrass is commonly taken orally, applied directly to the skin, or inhaled as aromatherapy for many different conditions.
In food and beverages, lemongrass is used as a flavoring. For example, lemongrass leaves are commonly used as “lemon” flavoring in herbal teas. In manufacturing, lemongrass is used as a fragrance in deodorants, soaps, and cosmetics. Lemongrass is also used in making vitamin A and natural citral.

Uses

  • Dandruff. Early research suggests that applying a lemongrass oil solution to the hair reduces dandruff in some people.
  • High cholesterol. Early research suggests that taking lemongrass oil by mouth does not reduce cholesterol levels in people with high cholesterol.
  • Rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Early research suggests that applying lemongrass oil to the skin can decrease pain in adults with RA. However, more research is needed to know if this is more than just a placebo effect.
  • Yeast infection in the mouth (thrush). Early research suggests that drinking lemongrass tea decreases symptoms of thrush in people with HIV/AIDS.
  • Stomach and intestinal cramps.
  • Stomach ache.
  • High blood pressure.
  • Convulsions.
  • Pain and swelling.
  • Vomiting.
  • Cough.
  • Achy joints (rheumatism).
  • Fever.
  • Common cold.
  • Diabetes.
  • Exhaustion.
  • Headache.
  • Use as an antiseptic and astringent.
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