Lemongrass has the potential to become your new favorite medicinal plant.
Most people only use it for cooking, but its health benefits go far beyond the kitchen.
Just to give you an example, you can use it for gastrointestinal problems by making this simple drink.
WHAT IS A CORNER FOR WHAT AND WHAT ARE THE NATURAL MEDICINES MADE BY HER
Lemongrass is not just a staple in the kitchen. It is also an effective remedy. Therefore, it is used as a home remedy. Its antiseptic properties make it a powerful wound wash in the fight against skin infections. It is also a natural insect repellent like its cousin Citronella, which can help prevent insect-borne diseases and cure insect bites or bites.
Lemongrass is also antibacterial and antimicrobial. In addition to washing wounds, it is also used to treat body odor that can occur with excessive sweating.
Among the many medicinal uses, lemon balm is the most effective in treating gastrointestinal disorders. It can improve digestion and stimulate bowel movements while destroying bad bacteria and microorganisms in the gut, including E. coli.
The antihyperlipidemic and anticholesterol properties of the plant are beneficial in the management of cholesterol. It can lower LDL and keep cholesterol levels in the body under control while maintaining proper blood flow. It can even get rid of unwanted fat to treat and manage obesity.
Lemongrass is also a diuretic that helps lower uric acid and helps fight water retention. In the form of essential oil, it is applied topically or used as an aromatherapy to treat migraines and other body aches. Inhaling the steam either from its oil or from the fresh leaves promotes healing from fever and common colds.
Among other diseases, lemon balm is used to treat the following:
High cholesterol
Digestive disorders (bloating, indigestion, abdominal pain, IBS)
High blood pressure
Convulsions
Respiratory disorders
Rheumatism
Edema
Fever, cold and headache
Stress and insomnia
Menstrual disorders
Fungal infection or oral thrush
Hair loss
Sports foot, ringworm, eczema
Acne and other skin problems
Urinary tract infection.
WHICH PARTS ARE USED AS MEDICINES?
Lemongrass stalks and leaves are commonly used as home remedies to treat diseases. It is crushed or boiled and taken as a tea or used as a wound wash. Lemongrass oil extract is applied directly to the affected parts of the body that need healing. Lemongrass essential oil is inhaled or used as aromatherapy to treat pain and stress.
In addition to herbal teas, lemon balm can be consumed in the form of cocktails and refreshing drinks. Fresh stems and buds contain nutrients such as potassium and alkaloids that help stimulate the body's metabolism.
FRESH SIMPLE SIMPLE TEA
1 cup water
1-2 teaspoons fresh or dried stalk and lemon balm leaves
Honey to taste
Lemon, for garnish (optional)
Preparation:
1. Bring 1 cup of water to a boil.
2. Put the lemon balm leaves (the amount depends on how strong you want the tea to be) in a tea strainer or an empty bag and put it in a cup.
3. Pour the boiling water over the cup and let it steep for about 8 minutes.
4. Take out the lemon balm, sweeten it and decorate it as desired.
HOW TO USE AS A MEDICINE
You can drink the tea while it is hot. But you can also allow the tea to cool and put it in the fridge for a refreshing lemon balm drink. Tea is safe when consumed in small quantities and only for a short period.
WARNINGS
Lemongrass is a plant used to treat menstrual disorders and stimulate the menstrual flow. Thus, it is not recommended for pregnant women to take it in a concentrated amount than that found in food. Lemongrass essential oil should not be used in children. May be irritating and should be used with carrier oil before application. You should also use a small amount of lemon balm oil only for a limited time.
The safety of lemon balm oil has not yet been established in breastfeeding mothers, so avoid using it to be on the safe side.
The dosage range and duration of use of lemon balm is best determined by a doctor. It depends on age, current health and other conditions. Therefore, it is best to talk to a natural herbalist before starting any herbal medicine for safety.
