Lemongrass is usually used as a spice in cooking as typical aroma. But in fact, lemongrass is not just a flavor complement. In addition, the plant's Latin name Cymbopogon citratus has many benefits for health because of abortion. Lemongrass helps in recovery from colds and flu, reduce fever, cramps, abdominal bloating and pain in arthritis and helps digestion, especially in children. This plant can thrive in warm weather and reaches a height of about 2 to 4 meters. lemongrass plants used in various cultures. Parts of plants that can be used for herbs include roots, stems, and leaves.
A study of The Science and Technology Department's Food and Nutrition Research Institute, quoted in livestrong.com has determined that the lemongrass has the benefit of antioxidants that may help prevent cancer, but it is also effective as a remedy for infections of the eye. Experts in the study said that, Lemongrass contains anti-microbial and anti-bacterial that useful for infections medication of the stomach (also cure bloating), intestines, and urinary tract.
Lemongrass health benefits
Cancer prevention
A study conducted by Gurion University in Israel found a compound in lemongrass that can kill cancer cells without damaging healthy cells. In the research described in 100 gram lemongrass contains antioxidants as cancer prevention.
Overcoming multiple health problems
Tea made from lemongrass can help in overcoming some health problems. Such as overcoming the flu, cold, indigestion, diarrhea, and cramps. Additionally lemongrass able to reduce the levels of gas in the intestines and prevents further gas production.
Lemongrass for detoxification
Lemongrass help the performance of organs such as the kidneys, liver pancreas, digestive organs get rid of toxins in the body.
Improve nerves system
Lemongrass essential oil content in able to loosen tense muscles, improve blood circulation because it is warm.
Healthy skin
Lemongrass is widely used in cosmetic products because of its benefits, which are preventing acne and as a refresher.
High blood pressure treatment
Lemongrass is very effective in stimulating blood circulation which helps to treat high blood pressure.
Lemongrass as analgesics
Lemongrass able to relieve inflammation and irritability that causes aches and pains. Such as muscle pain, joint pain, pain in the teeth.