Lemongrass is a type of grass. Lemongrass is often used as a flavor in food and beverages. Lemongrass leaves, for example, are often used in herbal teas as a “lemon” flavor.
It includes compounds that are thought to alleviate pain and swelling, lower fever, enhance blood sugar and cholesterol levels, stimulate the uterus and menstrual flow, and have antioxidant effects.
This herbal hormone, mood, and health balancing tea are very unique and advantageous in themselves.
HEALTH BENEFITS
- It possesses anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
- Promotes healthy digestion.
- It may act as a diuretic.
- Help reduces high blood pressure.
- Help regulates your cholesterol.
- Aids in weight loss.
- May help relieve symptoms of PMS.
PREPARATION TIME: 2 minutes
COOKING TIME: 5 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 5-7 minutes
SERVES: 1
CALORIES: 35 Kcal/ serve
INGREDIENTS
| 1. | Dry lemongrass | 1.5 tsp. |
| 2. | Ginger | Small piece |
| 3. | Fennel seeds | ½ tsp. |
| 4. | Pink salt | Pinch |
| 5. | Clove | Optional |
| 6. | Mint | 2 fresh sprigs |
| 7. | Honey (optional) | Some |
| 8. | Water | 1 cup |
DIRECTIONS
- In a pan, add water, and give it a boil.
- Now start adding ingredients including ginger, fennel seeds, clove, lemongrass, and pink salt.
- Mix well and give it a nice boil.
- Complete by adding mint leaves and turn on the lid for some time to let the ingredients infuse well.
- Serve warm and add honey to it.
NUTRITIONAL VALUE
Lemongrass is rich in flavonoids and phenolic compounds which contain antioxidants.
Fennel seeds are rich in nutrients like Vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and manganese.
Mint, especially known for its aroma, is a good source of fair amounts of several nutrients and is especially a great source of Vitamin A, and antioxidants too.
Honey is enriched with essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals including carbohydrates, riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, and various amino acids.
| ENERGY (Kcal) | CARBOHYDRATES (g) | PROTEIN (g) | FATS (g) |
| 35 Kcal | 9.5 g | 0 | 0 |
CALORIES: 35 Kcal/ serve
Enjoy this soul an uplifting and refreshing cup of herbal tea.