Last updated on August 21, 2024 by Dr. Subashri Thanigaivel
Curry leaf is natural flavouring agent with multiple health benefits, which make your food both healthy and tasty along with giving it a pleasing smell. Curry leaf is more than flavour agent. It is Packed with fiber, calcium, phosphorous, irons and vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin E.
Curry leaf is called Kaidarya in Ayurveda. Curry Leaf is always recognized for its multiple healing actions like Pramehahara (Anti-Diabetic) Krimighna (antimicrobial/anti-helminthic), Shothahara (Anti-inflammatory) etc. Here are few health benefits of Curry leaves.
EyeSight
Curry leaves are rich in Vitamin A and anti-oxidants that would help in keeping the eye healthy. The caratenoids in of Vitamin A would protect the cornea from degeneration.
Digestive system
Already since immemorial time, the benefits of c1urry leaves known to facilitate digestion. This leaves helps in proper absorption of nutrients and thus is an important part of Indian dishes. The leaves are also known to stimulate the taste buds to feel the flavour of the food.
Hair & Skin Health
Curry leaves have anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, the curry leaves can also be used as a great remedy for infections and fungal skin problems, such as acne and the nail. Vitamin E in the leaves keeps the skin healthy and glowing. Usage of leaves internally and externally as paste or oil promotes hair Growth, can be seen in our Grandma’s hair oil.
Curing Anemia
Causes of Anemia is not only because our body is in iron deficiency condition, but also the inability to absorb and use iron efficiently. Besides rich in iron, Curry leaves also contain folic acid, which is an important role in iron absorption.
Curry leaves are also good for regulating the blood sugar and blood cholesterol levels.
Now that you are aware of the benefits of Curry Leaves, you just have to add Curry leaves in your daily meals. In case you have a concern or query you can always consult an expert & get answers to your questions free!
