Do no miss out on this healthy yet delicious drink that goes by the name of Lemongrass qehwa. People in South-Asia make the maximum use of this medicinal herb and both treat and ward-off the illnesses of various sorts. There are so many reasons why you should include lemongrass qehwa in your routine such as:
1. Insomnia:
Lemongrass qehwa gives you a relaxing good sleep at night. If you have trouble falling asleep, take a mug of it before you go to bed. Lemongrass soothes your nerves, relaxes your muscles and helps bring sleep quickly.
2. Nausea:
Lemongrass qehwa is a perfect remedy for the nausea and vomiting. For this purpose it is good to keep it with you as you travel to the mountains.
3. Weight loss:
This comes from a personal experience. You can lose weight pretty quickly by consuming 1 – 2 cups of lemongrass qehwa along with honey and lemon. It burns fats and makes it use quickly by the body. You will feel energetic and active.
4. Bloating:
A cup of Lemongrass after a large meal rids your body off the feeling of bloating and fullness by easing the digestion process, removing the unhealthy food additives and chemicals. Its powerful ingredients keep your digestion, liver and pancreas healthy.
5. Diuretic:
Lemongrass acts as a natural diuretic and smoothes the work of your kidneys and bladder by removing the toxins.
6. Antioxidant:
Our cells regularly release wastes, known as oxidants, which need to be removed by the body’s efficient excretory system. Acting as an antioxidant, Lemongrass aides in removing the wastes from our body.
7. Cough & Cold:
Give anyone in your house who has cough and cold the green tea and see how it helps them feel better. Green tea increases the immunity and general well being.
8. Infections:
Various studies show that if you regularly drink the green tea, you will have clear skin without the acne outbreaks as well as reduced chances of bacterial and fungal infections. It is known to even stop cancers of various types.
9. Arthritis:
Lemongrass is that magical herb that relieves pain and aches in your body. It is particularly beneficial for older people. Give it to your parents regularly.
10. Blood pressure:
Lemongrass qehwa helps keeping your BP and cholesterol in control.
How to Make Lemongrass Qehwa?
Take a few lemongrass stalks from your garden or a store, remove the leaves and rinse the stalks under water. Chop the stalks into small pieces and simmer them in 4 cups of water. When the water boils, turn off the heat and let the lemongrass remain dipped in the hot water for 15 – 20 minutes. Stain the tea and add lemon and honey to add the flavor and taste.
Lemongrass qehwa is healthy and tasty and what’s best is that it is easily and economically available.
