About Lemongrass Tea (Cymbopogon citratus)

Lemongrass is a well-known tall-growing herb and is known to be native to Southeast Asia and India. However, it is being grown throughout the globe for culinary and medicinal purposes. Its bulbs and stalks produce a lemony, fresh, and clean scent so is used for making teas, broths, curries, and marinades. Therefore, this article is focused to discuss the benefits of lemongrass.

Nutritional Profile

One tablespoon of lemongrass provides 0.4 mg iron, 2.9 mg magnesium, 0.2 g manganese, 34 mg potassium, 3 mg calcium, and 5 calories. It also contains fiber, carbohydrates, proteins, niacin, folate, vitamin C, and vitamin A. lemongrass flavored oils are being sold in the market, but buyers should take care before buying lemongrass extracts or oils. Lemongrass oil is made by mixing its extract with the cooking oil and may not be much effective. Preparing extract or juice at home is more helpful in terms of health, and nutritional benefits.

Minimizing Bloating

Consuming lemongrass extract or its tea offers diuretic effects and stimulates the kidneys to produce more urine. Results of scientific studies have shown that the use of lemongrass is more helpful for minimizing bloating than synthetic medicines. Its diuretic effects are even more beneficial for reducing the water retention causing bloating. This bloating is also an indication of premenstrual syndrome and helps to treat these problems on a sustainable basis.

Production of Red Blood Cells

Regular drinking of lemongrass tea for thirty days helps to increase the hemoglobin concentration, red blood cells, and packed cell volume. The mechanisms lying behind the production of red blood cells by drinking lemongrass tea are not well known yet. Researchers are of the point that the production of these cells could be attributed to their antioxidative properties.

Enhancing Oral Health

Many people chew the lemongrass stalks to promote dental health and mouth cleaning. A scientific study was focused to compare the results of twelve different herbs for inhibiting bacterial growth in the labs. Findings have revealed that lemongrass is most effective to reduce the bacteria causing cavities in the mouth.

Lowering Cholesterol

The use of lemongrass oil and the extract is essentially beneficial to reduce cholesterol and the chances of heart attacks and cardiovascular disorders. The level of lowering cholesterol is dependent on the dosage and consumption of about 100 mg of its essential oil is considered safe.

Weight Control

Consumption of lemongrass tea offers good detoxification and helps to boost metabolic activities for losing weight. Replacement of soft drinks with lemongrass tea is also helpful to target the ideal weight loss goals. However exclusive drinking of lemongrass tea is not recommended as it can cause some side effects.

Anti-inflammatory Properties

Inflammation can cause significant deterioration to several body organs and may enhance the risk of diseases and disorders. Geranial and citral compounds present in the lemongrass offer good anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, its regular and optimal consumption can help from different diseases.

Antifungal and Antimicrobial Properties

The topical application of lemongrass extract and essential oil is helpful to reduce fungal and bacterial skin infections. Its oral consumption is also helpful to reduce the effects of pneumonia, food poisoning, and urinary tract infections.

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