Benefits of Kaffir Lime

Kaffir Lime

Here is a list of the benefits the Kaffir Lime has offer;

• Immunity boost

The kaffir lime has antibacterial and antioxidant properties which are effective n boosting up your immunity. Your immune system gets stronger by reducing risk of infections and prevent a wide range of gastrointestinal diseases to affect you.

• Detoxification of blood

The essential oils of kaffir lime are often used in decoctions for people suffering from blood-borne diseases. The compounds present in the fruit assist in eliminating any foreign agents/pathogens in the blood and help in improving your health.

• Stress Management

This fruit has essential oils present in the leaves and this is used in aromatherapy which is very effective when inhaled. An increase in the cortisol level is responsible for stress. The extracts helps in reducing your stress by suppressing this hormone.

•  Sleep stimulation

As this fruit will reduce your stress and anxiety, this will definitely aid in improving your sleep quality. The relaxing nature of this citrus fruit have a positive effect on your sleep and this in turn will allow you to wake up in a good mood and carry on with your day.

•  Enhanced digestibility

The combava lime assist in the breaking down of food as it stimulates the work of the enzymes present in the stomach. It reduces the risk of constipation and improves the probiotic culture in your body as the organic constituents of the fruits are anti-inflammatory in nature.

• Better oral health

The fruit possess an antibacterial component which help in fighting with germs in the mouth and provide a healthier oral cavity.

• Pain reliever

The essential oil of this citrus fruit can be used for massaging onto inflamed muscles and joints. The compounds present in the combava reduce the pain and allow you to be back on track.

•  Antiseptic

The Mauritius papeda has natural antiseptic actions that restrain the multiplication of bacterial infection on wounds. This is done when the components of the lime come into contact with the bacteria in the wound and interrupt the bacterial replication and ease healing.

•  Natural deodorant

The kaffir lime has a very pleasing aroma and therefore it can be used in deodorants. It helps in overpowering sweat and reduces bacterial density to stop odious odours.

• Natural anti-parasitic properties

The kaffir lime has properties that is able to destroy the intestinal worms present inside the body. This fruit will aid in controlling parasitic infections and allow you to maintain a good health.

•  Lice and hair treatment

Combava extracts can be used in killing head lice and reducing its manifestation in your hairs. The extract also assists in providing a stronger, tangle-free, non-greasy and healthier hairs. Some studies showed that it can slow-down baldness in man by strengthening the hair follicles. 

•  Healthy skin

The presence of the anti-oxidant properties in the fruit allow you to keep a healthy, moisturized and radiant skin. The fruit components reduce oxidation from UV radiation that makes your skin appear younger and less wrinkled. The anti-oxidant compounds also helps in controlling scars and pimples.

•  Natural insect repellent

One of the compounds present in this fruit is citronella which have insect repellent properties. It helps in reducing mosquito infestations by application of the extracts on the body as a lotion or by spraying the extract around the house to prevent the mosquitoes to enter the house.