Gotta love the lemongrass!

The refreshingly, citrus-scented lemongrass is a perennial herb known for its therapeutic and edicinal benefits. It is a storehouse of many vital nutrients such as vitamins A and C, folate, calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper and iron.

In addition to this, it has several salient properties, which make it an excellent health companion:

- Lemongrass helps regulate intestinal function and motility due to its purifying and cleansing effect.It assists in improving digestion, diarrhoea, stomach spasms, vomiting and cramps.

-Magnesium, phosphorous and folate content present in lemongrass helps in the healthy functioning of the nervous system.

- Lemongrass is an essential cure for various types of anaemia, especially those resulting from iron deficiency.

- The essential oil of lemongrass is used as a main component in aromatherapy for muscle pain.

-It eliminates toxins from the body, is a good appetizer and soothes the digestive track.

- The chemical component present in lemongrass has phenomenal qualities. It is effective in destroying microorganisms and detoxifying blood as it has anti-fungal properties.

- Lemongrass oil imparts a cooling sensation to the skin and helps in dealing with skin irritations like acne, rash, heat bumps, eczema and burns.

- The anti-inflammatory properties associated with lemongrass help in curing allergic conditions and treating arthritis and gout.

- Lemongrass juice is a stimulant. It restores and maintains overall health of the body.