Lemonglass Herbal Drinking


I've tried lemongrass iced tea for the first time when I studied in high school. It's vary great for me, I fell in love with it!!! And I think this tea is very easy to have!!! You can try it without you knowing it. Smell it and taste it and you will most likely realize it's an old friend.

Furthermore, it is believed by many to be an herbal remedy, helping with stomach problems, arthritis, and containing anti-oxidants. Being a mild sedative, it can also help one to relax.

In Thailand, Lemongrass Tea is used as a therapy for colds, congestion, fever, cough, sore throat and laryngitis. It has a pleasant citrus taste and one of the best herb for killing stress. As a hot herb, lemongrass tea is use as a digestion stimulant in cases of flatulence, indigestion, and constipation. In the hill-tribes villages, fresh lemongrass also used as a general tonic, for bone and joint pain, and topically for sprains, bruises, and sore muscles.

Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemongrass, chopped
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2-3 tablespoons sugar (up to your taste)

Cooking Instructions : Lemongrass Herbal Tea
In the teapot with boiling water, add lemongrass and steep for 8 - 10 minutes.
Then, strain into the mug and allow to cool, sweeten to taste.
Makes up one glass of tea, serve over ice.