Surprising Health Benefit of Curry Leaves

Curry leaves or kadi patta are the leaves of the curry tree which are believed to have several medicinal properties and are considered to have anti-diabetic, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic properties. This is a common plant and can be easily found in many household in India but people  they do not really know its health benefits so here is more about curry leaves than just a flavouring agent.

Weight Loss
The Carbazole alkaloids in curry leaves work against weight gain and help in regulating cholesterol levels in the body. Thus, curry leaves can be consumed in order to aid weight loss.

Helps treating constipation and diarrhea

They are said to support bowel movement and stimulate digestive enzymes so add grind curry leaves to buttermilk and have it empty stomach for dealing with conditions such diarrhea, constipation and dysentery.

Prevents Nausea
Curry leaves helps in increasing digestive secretion thus helps in relieving nausea, morning sickness and vomiting.

Good for diabetics
They offer protection to insulin-producing cells of pancreas and prevent damage caused by free radicals. It is probably because of minerals like copper, iron, zinc and iron that curry leaves perform this function. Thus, curry leaves can be helpful for people suffering from diabetes.

Good for Eyesight
Curry leaves contain high amounts of vitamin A, which is good for eyesight.

Fights Stress
The presence of various vitamins like vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C, and vitamin E help in reducing oxidative stress and free radical scavenging activity.

How to consume: To increase their consumption, you can munch on dried curry leaves or add fresh or dried curry leaves to your meals.