Curry leaves are dark green in color, have a pleasant odor and are aromatic. The leaves are used as seasoning in South Indian curries to make them aromatic and tasty. The leaves taste somewhat bitter and are regularly used in the preparation of salads, chutneys and other special culinary delicacies in South Indian food.
You will find that in every 100 grams of curry leaves an overwhelming 66.3% is moisture, 16% carbohydrates, 6.4% fiber and 4.2%, mineral substances. The health benefits of curry leaves are many, as it has an abundance of vitamins and mineral substances such as iron, calcium, nicotinic acid, phosphorus and vitamin C.
The ancient science of life, the Ayurveda, has been aware of the health benefits of curry leaves and it has a unique place in several of its medications. An Indian remedy for digestive disorders make use of the paste of curry leaves, powdered cumin seed and salt mixed with buttermilk. The juice obtained from curry leaves is considered effectual for indigestion and pyrosis. A paste made out of the curry leaves mixed with lime juice and honey or sugar is a reliable medication in treating morning sickness, vomiting and queasiness in expectant women.
More information on the health benefits of curry leaves is becoming evident. Curry leaves can slow down the quantity of glucose entering your blood, thus helping diabetes patients. A paste of 10-12 fresh curry leaves, if taken in an empty stomach early morning for at least three months can control type 2 diabetes. The mixture can also cure diabetes that occurs due to corpulence as the curry leaves has weight reduction attributes.
Curry leaves have health benefits in nourishing hair roots. Take a cooking utensil and pour a cup of coconut oil in it. Put a handful of curry leaves and heat the oil in low flame till the curry leaves become black. Apply this mixture on the scalp two to three times in a week. This excellent Ayurvedic hair oil induces hair growth. The hair tonic can also be used to prevent untimely graying.
The vitamins and minerals contained in curry leaves such as folic acid, calcium, beta carotene, riboflavin, zinc, etc, promotes oral health. You can instantly make an herbal mouth wash using curry leaves. Take a few fresh curry leaves and chew it. Swish with a mouthful of water and after five minutes, rinse with fresh water. Do it everyday to keep your mouth clean and germ-free. The juice taken from the root of curry plant is an Ayurvedic medication for kidney ailments. The health benefits of curry leaves include medical dressings to treat skin rashes, bruises and burns. The berries of the curry tree are used with lime juice to treat noxious insect bites and stings.
