Lemon herb tes benifits
Virtues of lemon leaf herbal tea
The lemon tree is a shrub from which we use everything, its fruit, its juice, its pulp, its bark, and even its leaves. Although lemon, its fruit, is the most widely used, many antiscorbutic properties have been discovered in its leaves (they are used to treat severe vitamin C deficiency).
It is also attributed with properties: ✓purifying,
✓detoxifying,
✓astringent,
✓antibacterial
✓Antiscorbutics
✓anti-inflammatories
✓and antihemorrhagic.
According to an analysis carried out in Spain, the lemon leaf contains 1.16 of vitamin K, 0.27 of magnesium and 14.51 of zinc.
Around 100 grams of lemon leaves provide a good amount of iron. This mineral is essential for the production of hemoglobin, a protein contained in red blood cells that transports oxygen from the lungs to different parts of the body.
Lemon leaves have the following properties:
- RELIEVES HEARTBURN
Lemon leaves have antiulcer properties, helping to reduce stomach acid and burning sensation. It therefore acts as a natural antacid.
- HELPS SLEEP BETTER
It contains sedative properties that help you relax and sleep better. To do this, take an infusion of lemon leaves twice a day. As it is also antispasmodic, it reduces stress, anxiety and insomnia.
- REGULARIZES CHOLESTEROL AND BLOOD PRESSURE
Thanks to its anticoagulant action, it helps reduce blood cholesterol and blood pressure.
- RELIEVES MIGRAINE
Lemon leaves contain caffeine, so they are ideal for getting rid of mild migraines, headaches or headaches.
- HELP THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
Thanks to its high vitamin C content, taking an infusion of lemon leaves increases the body's resistance to illnesses such as coughs, flu or colds. Indeed, it also helps to increase the production of white blood cells responsible for the immune system.
- IMPROVES DIGESTION
In addition to lemon, the leaves also have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. They are therefore good for preventing diarrhea, constipation and flatulence. It also helps eliminate stomach parasites and facilitate digestion.
- DETOXIFIES ORGANS
detoxify the liver, kidneys and bladder by cleansing them deeply and facilitating their proper functioning.
- AN OUTSTANDING ANTIOXIDANT
It is also a powerful antioxidant that helps delay cellular aging.
Prevents the formation and development of certain types of cancers.
- ANTISEPTIC AND DEPURATIVE
Lemon can be used to treat infectious diseases, but also to help our immune system better defend itself against microbes.
Lemon leaves, brought just to a boil, can be used, once warm, as an intimate hygiene solution thanks to their natural antiseptic property and bactericidal action.
- APHRODISIAC
The leaves used in infusion have an aphrodisiac property.
- EXCELLENT AGAINST HYPERTENSION
The flavonoids present in the leaf exert a hypotensive action and protect the capillary vessels.
Lemon leaf herbal tea is useful in cases of:
- Arteriosclerosis - Varicose veins - Phlebitis - Capillary fragility - Colds - Flu and infectious diseases - Tonsillitis - Pharyngitis - Fever
- Urinary and biliary lithiasis - Hypertension
- Liver congestion - Dysentery and diarrhea - Asthenia - Inappetence - Arthritis
- Rheumatism - Gout - Intestinal parasites
- Headaches - Migraine - Senescence -
Hemorrhages (nosebleeds, gastric hemorrhage) - Anemia.
Here are the benefits of lemon leaf herbal tea in brief.
Dosage:
It is taken before the meal between 10g to 20g in a liter of hot water. You can have up to 3 cups per day.
NB: It is also not recommended to use it during menstruation or pregnancy. Children under 2 years old should not consume it.