Chapter 1

INTRODUCTION

Background of the study

There are a lot of additives that are sprouting in groceries, shelves and public

market. They contain nutrients because proper nutrition is very important to us as it leads

to good health and well-being. These are tangible indication that indeed, there are

enormous activities in the area of product development. For all of these to successfully

be launched, results must be enclosed against customer reactions.

“Cymbopogon” better known as lemongrass, is a genus of Asian, African,

Australian, and tropical island plants in the grass family. Some species are commonly

cultivated as culinary and medicinal herbs because of their scent, resembling that the

lemons. Its utilized for its distinct Lemon flavor and citrusy aroma.

Lemongrass is aromatic storehouse of essential nutrients providing an array of

health benefits. It is a source of essential vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin

B1(thiamine), vitamin B2(riboflavin) it also provides essential mineral such as potassium,

calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, manganese, copper, zinc, and iron.

In tropical Asia the tangy taste lemongrass is immensely popular, possibly

cultivated in history as flavourful stand in for the hard to find citrus fruit. The ancient

Greeks, Romans and Egyptians used lemongrass to make medicines and cosmetics. The

herb also has application in aromatherapy and perfumery.