Lemongrass has various properties, which adore them with beneficial properties. The attribute which lead leomongrass to posses such kind of properties are antipyretic, analgesic, antimicrobial, carminative, febrifuge, galactogogue, deodorant, sedative, fungicidal, nervine, bactericidal, and antidepressant.
Origin of Lemongrass
The oil of the lemongrass has been extracted with the process of steam distillation. The process of distillation is applied on the dried form of lemongrass. The scientific name of lemongrass is Cymbopogon Citratus or it is also known as Andropogon Citratus. The oil has Limonene, Myrcene, Citral, Geranyl Acetate, Neral, Nerol and Geraniol as its constituents. The smell of the lemongrass is similar to the lemon, but in taste it is milder, less sour and sweeter.
Ability to act as lemon
The plant of the lemongrass looks like grass, which has been used in the countless beverages like tea, in culinary creation, desserts. When you don’t have fresh lemon, this can play the role of the lemon in your dish. The use of lemon grass is widely done in the Thai and Chinese dishes. The plant doesn’t require lots of the attention and care and at the same time it grows at a great pace. It is not only used in food dishes, but it posses various Benefits of Lemongrass Essential Oil that make them to use in medical field. As it has various beneficial properties, which has made lemongrass stipulated in the market.
Health benefits of lemongrass oil
Analgesic
The lemongrass oil has the quality of analgesic, which may reduce occasional discomfort. This oil is highly recommended for soothing joints, muscles, and head tension. Even, it can be used to support the immune system. Sore muscles from strenuous activities and athletics can be addressed by Benefits of Lemongrass Essential Oil.
Antidepressant
The lemongrass oil has the properties which can boost one’s self esteem, hope, strength, confidence and even can act as a good source of motivation in several situations. Individual can get the advantage of oil in problem of anxious feelings which is caused by the personal issues, loneliness, death in family, insecurity, stagnation and many more. It can elevate your mood in many occasions. Although, it is the fact that Benefits of Lemongrass Essential Oil posses such a great quality of medicine, but it must be taken in the presence of doctor or professional only.
Anti-bacterial and Anti-microbial
Lemongrass has the property of antimicrobial which can slow the growth of bacteria in the body. Antimicrobials can act as a resist for internal as well as for external body. Antimicrobials can also work wonders in the stomach, urinary tract, system of respiratory, and in wounds.
Anti pyretic
Anti pyretic properties can bring down a high fever. It is similar to the febrifuge, which is highly effective in high fever. When a fever reaches dangerous levels, combat it with natural alternatives.
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