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Lemongrass

Cymbopogon citratus
Benefits
  • Aids digestion
  • Mild antimicrobial
  • Citrus flavor
  • Carminative
  • Calming aroma
Cautions
  • Skin irritation possible
  • high doses in pregnancy not advised
  • Essential oil can irritate skin
  • dilute.
Drug Interactions
  • May interact with anticoagulants
  • None known at typical tea doses.