Citronella is a common herb in our daily life. Some people also call it lemongrass because it has a very strong lemon scent. In addition, lemongrass has a wide range of uses in life, and its effects and functions are particularly significant. When using lemongrass, you must also consider your own physical condition. Some people also use the grass to boil water for bathing. What are the effects of doing this? 1. Physiological uses. Used for colds, night sweats, hyperhidrosis, colds, headaches, migraines, neuralgia, acne skin infections. (It is best to use it as a spray). 2. Antiviral effect. The widespread use of lemongrass as a spice and tea has aroused great interest among scientists in the properties of this plant. A 1996 study found that lemongrass protects against many types of bacteria and fungi and can prevent some strains from mutating and resisting antimicrobial treatments. 3. Anti-fungal. Lemongrass can also be used as an antifungal to treat ringworm and athlete's foot. Lemongrass extract can be applied to open wounds because its antibacterial properties can prevent serious infections. Additionally, it acts as a natural deodorant to combat body odor caused by bacteria. 4. Relieve physical discomfort. Fresh lemongrass leaves can also be boiled in water and ingested to relieve digestive discomfort such as bloating, constipation and diarrhea. Fever patients can also drink some lemongrass to induce sweating and help cool the body. Other ailments that can be relieved by drinking lemongrass in water include colds, flu, nausea and vomiting, and high blood pressure. Lemongrass tea is also believed to help eliminate toxins from the body. 5. Therapeutic effect. Can be used for throat infections and inflammations. It can relieve symptoms of depression, migraines, neuralgia, night sweats and stress. It can treat rheumatism, migraine, resist infection and improve digestive function. 6. Topical medications. As a topical remedy, lemongrass extract can relieve pain and is particularly beneficial for rheumatism, neuralgia and sprains. Continuous friction on the skin can increase blood circulation, reduce inflammation and irritation, and even reduce cellulite. The antibacterial properties of this herb also make it an effective treatment for acne, rosacea and insect bites. 7. Analgesic effect. Because it contains citral, which has the effects of disinfection, sterilization, and treatment of neuralgia and muscle pain, it is known as the "pain-relieving swordsman." 8. Beauty effect. It improves the symptoms of acne, blisters, dandruff and inflammation. It can also improve oily skin and oily hair. It also has diuretic, anemia prevention and skin moisturizing effects for women, and is an indispensable good herb for women's beauty. Its side effects are that it is not suitable for pregnant women because of the strong scent of lemongrass. |
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