BENEFITS OF LEMON GRASS AND GINGER IN CHILDREN

Lemon grass is a tropical island plant which belongs to the grass family. Lemon grass is commonly found in Asia, Africa, Australia.

Lemon grass is highly beneficial to the human body and children are not left out. The benefits of lemon grass in children are numerous. Some of them are as follows:

It aids digestion: Lemon grass aids digestion of foods in children. The antiseptic compounds found in lemon grass kills bad bacteria and parasites which are found in the digestive tract. These bacteria and parasites hinder proper digestion in children.


It alleviates respiratory problems: Lemon grass content of antibacterial and antifungal properties help the body cope with coughs, fever and other flu symptoms. The trace of vitamin C found in lemon grass boosts the immune systems of the children, which enables them to fight infections. Mucus and phlegm are also broken down thereby clearing the air ways in children.

It promotes smooth and shining skin: Lemon grass helps the skins of children to radiate, as a result of it's vitamin A content. Vitamin A also prevents the skin from rashes and infections.

It serves as a good source of nutrients: Nutrients are important in the growth and development of children.  Lemon grass has some vital nutrients such as; Vitamin A and C, potassium,  folic acid,niton, foliate, calcium, manganese,  copper, magnesium etc.

Ideal for detoxification: There are some properties in lemon grass that helps in detoxifying the children's system, thereby protecting them from urinary tract infections. These properties cleanses their system, safeguarding them from urinary tract infections which are common amongst children

It combats germs: The antiseptic compounds found in lemon grass are capable of fighting germs. Injuries sustained by children can be relieved with the help of lemon grass because it combats the germs around the injuries.

Effective for weight management: Obesity can pose serious health hazards in children. Parents can manage the weight of their children using lemon grass because, it has natural ingredients capable of cutting down fats and reducing extra pounds of flesh.

Ginger is a root plant, it is highly medicinal and beneficial to mankind. The benefits of Ginger in children are similar to that of lemon grass. Some of the benefits of Ginger in children are as follows:

Cures digestive problems: Ginger contains active components which are known as stimulants. These components cure digestive and absorption problem like bloating, indigestion, constipation etc. When you suspect or notice that your child is having constipation, give your child a warm juice of ginger, this condition will be alleviated immediately.

Reduces nausea and motion sickness: Nausea and motion sickness usually occurs in children when embarking on a long journey. This sickness more often than not comes with vomiting. When it occurs, ginger can be used to reduce or minimise it. The anti-emetic agent present in ginger makes this possible.

Effective circulatory stimulant: Ginger is a natural antiseptic expectorant. It clears the lungs thereby relieving the children from coughs. When your wards manifest the first signs of flu, a cup of hot ginger drink will help clear that nasal congestion.

It prevents multiplication of germs: Ginger as a root has an anti-microbial effect with some amount of antifungal properties, these prevents multiplication of harmful germs and bacteria in children.

Ginger is certainly a healthy root to include in children's meals given the benefits above, it also comes in handy during cold season.

However, precaution should be taken so as not to give it to the children in excesses dose. When not given in moderation it can cause diarrhoea,  mild heart burn or mouth irritation. Medically,  it is not advisable to give ginger to any child below the age of 12 months.

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  1. anonymousAugust 19, 2017 at 10:35 AM

    How does one use both for both adults n children

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    1. Teeshafo FoodsAugust 21, 2017 at 2:32 AM

      1) Get about 600ml pure drinking water
      2) 3 Big lemon grass bulbs
      3) 2 inches of ginger root (old ginger)
      4) Pour the pure drinking water in a pot (non - aluminium )
      5) Slice the above Ingredients
      6) Throw the sliced ingredients into the boiling water
      7) Simmer for 5 - 8 minutes by turning down the fire.
      8) Turn off tge fire, cover pot with lid. Let the tea steep for about 20 - 30 minutes.
      9) Strain. You can add a teaspoon of honey to taste
      10) Drink warm

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