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Lemon Grass:
This erect annual plant resembles a coarse grey-green grass. Fresh leaves and grass are used as flavouring. Lemongrass contains a 0.2-0.4 volatile oil.
Therapeutic properties are:
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"Ta-khrai" in Thai
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"Ma-nao" in Thai
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Lime:
Lime is used principally as a garnish for fish and meat dishes. The fruit contains Hesperidin and Naringin , scientifically proven antiinflammatory flavonoids.
Therapeutic properties are:
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as an appetiser,
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antitussive,
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antiflu,
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stomachic
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and antiscorbutic.
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Marsh Mint:
The fresh leaves of this herbaceous plant are used as a flavouring and eaten raw in Thai cuisine. Volatile oil contents give the plant several therapeutic uses, including
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carminative,
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mild antiseptic,
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local
anaesthetic,
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diaphoretic
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and digestant
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"Sa-ra-nae" in Thai
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"Phrik-Thai" in Thai
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Pepper:
Pepper is a branching, perennial climbing plant from whose fruiting spikes both white and black pepper are obtained. Used as a spice and condiment, pepper contains a 2-4% volatile oil.
Therapeutic uses are as:
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carminative,
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antipyretic,
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diaphoretic
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and diuretic agents.
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