This grass is a tropical herb that found in Asian Countries. This herb called Lemongrass because of its Citruzy aroma and distinct lemon flavor.
Asians uses this plant to some diseases because of its highly nutrient contents like vitamin A, vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B3 (niacin), vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), folate and vitamin C.
Aside from these vitamins, the Lemongrass also have mineral contents which are required for the healthy functioning of the human body.
Lemongrass Mineral Content
- Potassium - make your skin healthy , reduced cellulite, strong bones and the alleviation of menstrual cramps.
- Calcium - make your bones and teeth stronger
- Magnesium - it helps your blood pressure normal, stronger bones, and the heart rhythm steady.
- Phosphorous - Helps maintain strong bones, improves digestion, maintain energy levels.
- Manganese - Regulate the body’s metabolism, remedy for sprains and inflammation, preventing Osteoporosis, treat specific nervous disorders.
- Copper - helps in energy production in the body and with the formation of collagen,
- Zinc - Increases immunity and fights colds, helps fight cancer and diabetes, prevent diarrhea and increases fertility.
- Iron - helps metabolize proteins, increases the production of hemoglobin and red blood cells.
Lemongrass also treats and prevent diseases, such as:
Treats Arthritis
Because of the a anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties of this herb, it is effective in relieving the pain and discomfort caused by rheumatism. gout, arthritis, and joint problems.
Fights Flu & Colds
Lemongrass also known as "Fever grass" because it treats and lowering fever, flu, and cough. It also strengthen the immune system because of the Vitamin C properties.
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Pain Reliever
The analgesic properties of this plant helps and use as pain reliever in headaches, migraines, spasms, muscle cramps, sprains, and back aches.source: healthyfoodfouse
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