Description

Lemongrass is a tall, perennial grass with lemony scent. It is a common ingredient in Thai cooking and can also be found in dishes from Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and India. In addition to its use as a flavoring agent, lemongrass and lemongrass essential oil are also used for medicinal purposes as well.The main component of this fragrant herb is lemonal or citral, which has antifungal and anti-microbial qualities. 

It also contains antioxidants, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds such as luteolin, glycosides, quercetin, kaempferol, elemicin, catechol, chlorogenic acid, and caffeic acid. 

Health benefits

• Lemongrass is a rich source of flavonoids and phenolic compounds, which contain antioxidants. It’s also an effective antibacterial and antifungal agent that contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. ⁽¹⁾

• Lemongrass contains quercetin, a flavonoid known for having antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Quercetin reduces inflammation, which inhibits cancer cell growth and prevents heart disease. ⁽¹⁾

• Lemongrass tea helps in flushing out toxins from the body and reduces edema and water retention. It is also good for pre and post menstrual issues. ⁽²⁾

• It is also beneficial for people suffering from Diabetes as it helps in lowering blood sugar levels. ⁽²⁾

Selection Guide

Look for firm stalks and lower stalks with pale yellow colour.