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Lemon Grass and its uses

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Lemon Grass (cymbopogon flexuosus):
 is a perennial plant that has been consumed as tea among
some people of Nigeria for centuries. Its exotic taste and scent constitute one of the key
ingredients in the cuisines of Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, Mexico and even North America.

The leaves and base of lemon grass are used as food flavouring, especially in south-east Asia
dishes. The long thin grey-green leaves are tough and fibrous, the outside leaves and tips are
usually chopped very finely or discarded from the dish before it is served.

In a study that was conducted, it was shown that every 100g of edible lemon grass, when boiled
can contain up to 24.205 micrograms of beta-carotain the powerful anti-oxidant that scientists
believe can help prevent cancer.

In another study, it has shown that lemon grass oil has the potential as topical eye medication
against kerotomycosis, an inflammation of cornea often associated with burning or blurring of
vision. Researchers note that lemon grass oil's antioxidant qualities and ability to inhibit
the enzyme that promotes the growth of cancer cells are promoting.

Health benefit of lemon grass:
It contains antibacterial and antifungal properties. It helps to detoxify the liver, pancreas,
kidney, bladder and the digestive tract, helps boost the immune system, helps reduce uric acid,
cholesterol, exxcess fats. I helps alleviate indigestion and gastroenteritis. Helps improve the
skin by reducing acne and pimples. It helps tone the muscle and tissues. Helps in menstrual
troubles, helps reduce blood pressure and improve blood circulations, helps reduce cellulite,
Acts as sedative for the central nervous system. May also help prevent colon cancer, helps in
reducing fevers, helps in flatulence and colic, relieves arthritic pain and rheumatism.

How to use the essetial oil:
apply to drops of concentrated lemon grass oil per ounce of organic unrefined almond oil, olive
 oil or any of your favourite oil. You can use the mixture to your skin as massage oil, lotion
 and moisturizer. As a relaxing scent add 1 to 2 drops in a cloth and inhale to relax your senses.




Thanks
Remy Richgworld.

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