These are the benefits and side effects of consuming lemongrass for health that you should know
KONTAN.CO.ID – JAKARTA. Apart from being a cooking spice, lemongrass is also a herbal remedy that can cure a number of diseases. However, excessive consumption of lemongrass triggers health problems.
Generally, lemongrass is used as a flavor enhancer in dishes. Its distinctive aroma makes the food taste even more delicious.
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In fact, lemongrass also has good benefits for health. Launching WebMD, lemongrass can be used in the manufacture of vitamin A and essential oils.
The medicinal use of lemongrass is usually processed into essential oils, aromatherapy, or consumed in the form of a drink.
Lemongrass nutrition
Lemongrass contains various vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin C, folate and niacin. However, the vitamin content in lemongrass is relatively small so it is not enough to meet your daily vitamin needs.
However, lemongrass contains various minerals and nutrients that are beneficial for the body. Just so you know, one tablespoon of fresh lemongrass usually contains the following nutrients:
- Calories: 5
- Calcium: 3 milligrams
- Potassium: 34 milligrams
- Manganese: 0.2 milligrams
- Magnesium: 2.9 milligrams
- Iron: 0.4 milligrams.
- Benefits of lemongrass
Although the vitamin content in lemongrass is relatively small, lemongrass contains various minerals that help in medical treatment.
Generally, lemongrass is processed into oil to treat headaches and musculoskeletal pains.
In addition, lemongrass oil extract is also often used as aromatherapy to treat muscle pain, infections, colds, or flu symptoms.
In addition, lemongrass leaves can also be used to treat several diseases, namely, high blood pressure, epilepsy, stomach pain, rheumatism, fatigue, antiseptics, coughs, rheumatism, fever, and diabetes.
Lemongrass side effects
Even though it contains vitamins and minerals, lemongrass has side effects. Lemongrass can cause various side effects for people with certain health conditions.
For example, for people with sensitive skin, topical use of lemongrass can cause skin irritation.
In addition, consuming high amounts of lemongrass can cause dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, excessive urination, and increased appetite.
Lemongrass essential oil in high amounts can damage the mucous membranes of the liver and stomach. Excessive consumption of lemongrass can also affect kidney function. (Ariska Puspita Anggraini)
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