Drinking Lemongrass Water Every Morning Has Five Benefits, But Three Groups Should Not
Jakarta – CNBC Indonesia reports that starting the morning with an herbal beverage has become a popular choice for its various health benefits. One recommended drink is lemongrass water, prepared from aromatic kitchen herbs to create a healthful herbal refreshment.
Although lemongrass is commonly used as a cooking spice to add aroma, routine consumption of lemongrass water each morning is believed to have positive effects on physical fitness.
According to Beautynesia, the benefits include strengthening the immune system, helping to control blood pressure, promoting digestive health, aiding weight loss, and assisting the body’s natural detoxification.
However, not everyone should consume lemongrass water. The herb can trigger health side effects for some individuals. The following groups are advised not to consume boiled lemongrass water, as cited from DetikHealth on Saturday (23 May 2026):
Pregnant women
Pregnant women are not advised to consume lemongrass water because it can have adverse effects on pregnancy. This is due to lemongrass’s properties that may stimulate the uterus and trigger menstrual flow, increasing the risk of miscarriage.
In addition, pregnant women should not consume any herbal preparations indiscriminately. It is very important to consult a doctor before drinking any herbal preparation to ensure safety.
Chronic kidney disease patients
People with kidney disease are not advised to consume lemongrass water because it could worsen their condition. A study in the Journal of Renal Nutrition indicates that high-dose or long-term consumption of lemongrass can reduce the glomerular filtration rate (GFR).
GFR itself is a measure of the average filtration of blood by the kidneys to remove waste and toxins. Because decreases in GFR are closely linked to reduced overall kidney function, patients with kidney disorders are strongly advised to avoid lemongrass water.
Hypertensive patients taking diuretic medications
Hypertensive patients who use diuretics should not consume lemongrass water. Diuretics function to lower blood pressure by stimulating the excretion of excess salt and water from the body through urine.
Because lemongrass has a similar effect to a diuretic, consuming both together can cause blood pressure to fall too drastically or result in hypotension. In addition, this combination can also risk disrupting electrolyte balance because the body loses too much fluid and salt.