Lemon verbena benefits and effects

As a typical tropical plant, lemon verbena itself contains an inexplicable fragrance, so many local residents call lemon verbena "odor-proof wood". It is precisely because of the fragrance of lemon verbena itself that lemon verbena is generally used as a spice. When lemon verbena is used as a spice, it also has a certain regulating effect on the human body.

In fact, lemon verbena has many functions. It can not only be used as a spice, but also can be brewed into tea. Brewing it into tea is good for regulating the stomach. This article will analyze the specific effects and functions of lemon verbena.

Promote sleep: It has the effect of relieving stress, making people feel relaxed and fall asleep in a soothing atmosphere! Mixing it with herbal tea can not only help with healthy detoxification, weight loss and slimming, but also calm the mind and relieve stress. It is the best match for office workers and those who stay up late at night.

Soothe the mind and relieve stress: Being under stress all the time can affect your physical and mental health. Regular aromatherapy massage or smelling essential oils can relieve a lot of stress.

Aromatherapy: 20 years after lemon verbena was introduced to Europe, Berluin Vandella wrote about it in the medical book and mentioned that it is a good digestive stimulant, stomachic and antispasmodic agent, suitable for treating various indigestion and other digestive system diseases. Pharmaceutical experiments have confirmed that lemon verbena essential oil is photosensitive. Therefore, when using lemon verbena essential oil for massage, try not to apply it on easily exposed skin. At the same time, the concentration used should be below 1%.

The effects of lemon verbena tea: detoxification, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, diuretic, refreshing, calming, eliminating nausea, and promoting digestion. It helps stimulate liver function, strengthen the nervous system, relieve varicose veins and leg edema, strengthen the liver's metabolic function, relax nerves, aid digestion and improve flatulence. It can treat migraines and regulate menstrual discomfort, achieving the effect of health preservation and anti-aging. When paired with roses, it can purify the stomach and intestines and reduce weight and fat.

The above are all the effects and functions of lemon verbena. It can be said that it has many uses. Whether as a spice or food, it has very good effects on the human body. However, due to the growth environment of lemon verbena, many countries cannot produce it directly, which makes the price of lemon verbena relatively expensive.