Citronella is rich in various nutrients, such as vitamins A, C, folic acid, iron and calcium. It has diuretic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic effects, and can help pregnant women treat colds and indigestion, lower cholesterol and relieve stress. But eating too much will have side effects, so you need to drink it in moderation.

First, the benefits of eating citronella during pregnancy are 1. It can promote the digestion of citronella and improve your digestive function during pregnancy. Its antibacterial components can kill harmful bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract, help you overcome diarrhea, stomach cramps, constipation, indigestion, abdominal distension and other problems, and can also treat gastroenteritis.

2, can control the anti-arteriosclerosis and anti-cholesterol characteristics of cholesterol citronella, and can help absorb excess cholesterol in the intestine. In addition, it can reduce the level of bad cholesterol in blood, and its potassium content can also regulate blood pressure.

Drink citronella tea in moderation during pregnancy. 3, purification and detoxification Drinking citronella tea can help the body purify and detoxify. Its diuretic properties can wash away unnecessary uric acid, toxins and bad cholesterol. The purification characteristics of citronella can purify pancreas, liver, kidney and bladder and regulate the healthy blood flow of important organs.

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4. Treating colds and flu The antifungal and antibacterial properties of citronella can treat the symptoms of common colds, coughs and flu. High vitamin C content can strengthen your immune system and resist infection. In addition, applying citronella oil to joints can quickly relieve pain.

5, can resist cancer Although citral compounds in citronella are mostly used to make lemon essence, it also has antibacterial properties, can resist free radicals and limit the initial growth of cancer cells.

6, can reduce stress Citronella essential oil has an effective calming and soothing smell, which helps to relieve depression, anxiety and mood swings. In addition, the sedative properties of citronella oil can promote a good sleep.

7. Limonene and citral in citronella can inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria and yeast in the body, both externally and internally. This antibacterial agent can resist harmful microorganisms and treat skin infections such as beriberi and tinea capitis.

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Second, eating citronella during pregnancy has side effects 1, which is easy to cause allergies. Citronella is easy to cause allergies. Common reactions include itchy rash, chest pain, dyspnea, sore throat and other symptoms. Therefore, if these symptoms appear, you should stop eating immediately.

2, * * * menstrual blood flow If women have pain or irregular menstrual cycles, they can drink citronella tea to * * * menstrual blood flow. However, if pregnant, the active ingredients in citronella tea may suddenly lead to rupture of fetal membranes, leading to abortion.

3. Sudden drop in blood sugar level Drinking citronella tea regularly during pregnancy can suddenly lower your blood sugar level. Women with gestational diabetes or hypoglycemia should not drink citronella tea, because it will lower blood sugar levels.