Lemongrass oil is an essential oil obtained by distilling the top of the plant. Lemongrass oil can be used as repellent (mosquito repellent), either in the form of plants or in the form of oil. The content of lemongrass, among others, is citronella, which is not preferred by mosquitoes. Therefore, lemongrass can be made into a mosquito coil and other insects. Not only that the benefits of lemongrass for health are also very much,
A study found that citronella contains citral, one of the anti-cancer substances that can kill cancer cells. But still maintain a healthy cell or tissue in our body. However, this does not mean that drinking lemongrass / tea stew water alone will cure cancer permanently, but it can help.
The leaves and roots of lemon grass have anti-hyperlipidemia properties and anti-hypercholesterolemia properties that help produce healthy cholesterol levels. Studies have shown that regular consumption of lemongrass tea has shown significant results in maintaining triglyceride levels and reducing bad cholesterol (LDL) in the body.
Another benefit of lemongrass is to help clean up harmful toxic substances that enter the body. Detoxification with lemongrass plants helps to facilitate the functioning of various organs of the body, including liver and kidney function. Eating lemongrass tea can also be efficacious to expel urination.
Perhaps the most distinctive benefit of lemongrass leaves is a purifying effect in the body's channels, as it helps to remove toxins from the body together improves cleanliness of the colon.