Herbal Singles - Organic Lemongrass

Scientific Name:  Cymbopogon

Origin: Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Thailand

A wildly-grown plant in SEA with a sweet, citrus flavor. It is a known detoxifier due its antimicrobial properties. Because of this, it can help sooth sore throats or even bronchitis. Lemongrass has a series of antioxidants, such as chlorogenic acid, isoorientin, and swertiajaponin which many help protect coronary arteries. 

Because of its B6 content, it is able to bind to estrogen to help regulate it in women. 

Lemongrass is also a diuretic which makes you urinate more often. This helps to rid your body of toxins and sodium. 

*Not safe for pregnant women*