Difference between revisions of "Lemon Verbena"
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| − | Other Names : Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia triphylla, Cedrón, Herb Louisa, Hierba Luisa, Lemon-Scented Verbena, Lippia citrodora, Lippia triphylla, Louisa, Verbena Citrodora, Verbena triphylla, Verveine Citronnée, Verveine Citronnelle, Zappania citrodora. | + | Other Names : Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia triphylla, Cedrón, Herb Louisa, Hierba Luisa, Lemon-Scented Verbena, Lippia citrodora, Lippia triphylla, Louisa, Verbena Citrodora, Verbena triphylla, Verveine Citronnée, Verveine Citronnelle, Zappania citrodora.<br> |
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==Special Precautions of Lemon Verbena== | ==Special Precautions of Lemon Verbena== | ||
*Lemon verbena is safe for most people when consumed in amounts found in alcoholic beverages. It also seems to be safe when taken in appropriate amounts as a medicine. *It can cause skin irritation (dermatitis) in some people. | *Lemon verbena is safe for most people when consumed in amounts found in alcoholic beverages. It also seems to be safe when taken in appropriate amounts as a medicine. *It can cause skin irritation (dermatitis) in some people. | ||
Revision as of 10:34, 9 September 2012
Other Names : Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia triphylla, Cedrón, Herb Louisa, Hierba Luisa, Lemon-Scented Verbena, Lippia citrodora, Lippia triphylla, Louisa, Verbena Citrodora, Verbena triphylla, Verveine Citronnée, Verveine Citronnelle, Zappania citrodora.
Special Precautions of Lemon Verbena
- Lemon verbena is safe for most people when consumed in amounts found in alcoholic beverages. It also seems to be safe when taken in appropriate amounts as a medicine. *It can cause skin irritation (dermatitis) in some people.
- Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of lemon verbena during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
- Kidney disease: Large amounts of lemon verbena may irritate the kidneys and make kidney disease worse. Avoid using large amounts if you have kidney problems.
The benefits of Lemon Verbena are
- fever
- congestion
- asthma
- insomnia
- intestinal problems
- stress
- depression
- to treat Candida (yeast overgrowth) as it has properties that help eliminate the fungus.
- Digestive disorders including indigestion, gas, colic, diarrhea, and constipation.
- strengthening the nervous system
- de-stressing
- regulating menstrual cycle and lessening PMS.
- help with metabolism
- help break down cellulite, thus it aids in slimming.
- have a mild calming effect on nerves.
- Lemon verbena contains a substance that might kill mites and bacteria.
