Curry leaves are native to India, Sri Lanka and some South East Asian countries.

They are used for tempering, garnishing and seasoning and also have medicinal benefits.

Nutritional content: Curry leaves contain a negligible amount of calories. They are rich in copper, zinc, chromium, carotene, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid, calcium, phosphorus, fiber, iron, potassium, vitamins B ( B6 and B 2), A and C.

Liver: Curry leaves protect the liver from infection and are beneficial for cirrhosis

Anemia: Due to the folic acid content of curry leaves, they aid in absorbing iron. Without adequate folic acid in the body, iron is excreted without proper absorption.

Powerful antioxidant: Curry leaves are high in antioxidants. They keep us healthy by flushing out the harmful toxins from our bodies.

Cholesterol:  Increased cholesterol levels raise the risk of heart diseases. Curry leaves are beneficial in reducing LDL
( bad ) cholesterol and hence, good for the heart.

Anti Diabetic: Due to the high content of copper, iron and zinc, curry leaves help keeping glucose levels in check.

Stress reducer: Curry leaves contain essential oils and help calm and soothe tired nerves, thereby reducing overall stress.

Anti- Cancer: Test tube studies indicate that an alkaloid compound in curry leaves called girinimbine induces colon cancer cell and death. In addition to girinimbine,  powerful  anti- cancer effects in curry leaves are due to the powerful antioxidants they contain such as quercetin, catechin, rutin and Gallic acid.

Digestive Issues: Grind some dried curry leaves and add to buttermilk. Drink on an empty stomach for dealing with diarrhoea, constipation and dysentery. Curry leaves are said to support bowel movement and stimulate digestive enzyme.

Morning sickness: Curry leaves help in increasing digestive secretions and relieving nausea, morning sickness and vomiting.

Eyesight: Curry leaves being rich in Vitamin A, are excellent for the eyes. They prevent early early onset of cataract.

Heals wounds, burns and skin eruptions: Make a fresh paste of curry leaves with a little water and apply directly on wounds, burns and eruptions. Carbazole alkaloid present in curry leaves speeds up the process of healing.

Beauty benefits of curry leaves 

Hair: Curry leaves hair mask gives you bouncy and shiny hair. Mix yoghurt or dahi with curry leaf paste. It removes all the dead cells and dandruff from your scalp. Curry leaves also contain essential nutrients that flush out the impurities from your scalp and improves follicle health.

Skin Health: Curry leaves paste as for hair lend a glow to your skin.  Being high in antioxidants, curry leaves also contain anti- microbial properties such as Vitamin A and C, which are very helpful in keeping the skin healthy. Curry leaves are also anti- inflammatory and anti-bacterial.

Side effects:  Curry leaves should be avoided if one is allergic to it.

All the best and Happy Healing from Naturally Dimpi.