### LEMON GRASS...####

'Lemon grass' or the local Tanglad  is one of
those wondrous herbs that one can always
associate with Asian cooking Thai,
Malaysian and Vietnamese. homegrown
meal enthusiasts always have this tropical
grass at hand for its aromatic citrus flavor 
with a trace of ginger.
Few people know that its other popular
name is 'citronella' the common scent
you usually find in candles, perfumes
and soaps.

Citronella is known for its calming effect

that relieves insomnia or stress.
It is also considered as a mild insect repellent.
But more than scent, the Tanglad or lemon
grass provides a lot of health benefits.
Studies have  shown that the lemon grass
has anti bacterial and anti fungal properties.
 The Lemon grass is a good cleanser,
So helps to detoxify the body also.
Lemon grass can be used as a remedy
for  fevers, and colds as well.
Lemon grass helps check cholesterol,
blood pressure and control stress.