Recipe:
Brew by steeping one teaspoon of dried or fresh lemongrass in a cup of hot water. Steep for 10 minutes. Add honey, sugar or any sweetener. You can serve hot or serve it chilled.
Health benefits:
Detoxifying agent:
Lemongrass tea is an excellent detoxifying agent. and therefore increases frequency and quantity of urination. This in turn aids in removal of uric acid, cholesterol and toxins from the body. Hence, the kidneys, liver, bladder and pancreas get purified.
Cold reliever:
Lemongrass is an effective cold and flu reliever. The vitamin C present in it boosts the immune system to fight infection. It also breaks down mucus and phlegm build-up. It also helps in relieving pain in the muscles and joints.
Controls cholesterol:
properties that aids healthy cholesterol levels and reduces LDL cholesterol.
Wards off breast cancer risk:
lemongrass helps in slowing the growth of breast cancer cells.
Other benefits:
Helps in preventing acne and pimples
Stimulates blood circulation and tones dermal tissues
Increases milk production in lactating mothers
Effective deodorant
Promotes healthy digestion
Stimulates blood circulation and tones dermal tissues
Increases milk production in lactating mothers
Effective deodorant
Promotes healthy digestion
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