Here are few health benefits of kadi patta/ kariveppu/ curry leaves
Helps
keep anaemia at bay
Curry leaves are a rich source of iron and folic
acid. Folic acid is mainly responsible for carrying and helping the body absorb
iron, and since kadi patta is a rich source of both the compounds it is your
one-stop natural remedy to beat anaemia.
Fights diabetes
Not only does kadi patta help lower the blood
sugar levels, but also keeps in check for a few days after the administration
of curry leaves. Curry leaves help your blood sugar levels by affecting
the insulin activity of the body and reduces ones blood sugar levels. Also the
type and amount of fiber contained within the leaves play a significant role in
lowering blood sugar levels. So, if you suffer from diabetes, kadi patta is the
best natural method to keeping your blood sugar levels in check.
Improves
digestion
Curry leaves is known to help improve digestion
and alter the way your body absorbs fat, thereby helping you lose weight. Since
weight gain is one of the leading causes of diabetes, kadi patta treats the
problem right at the root.
Lowers cholesterol
Many research shows that curry leaves have
properties that can help in lowering one's blood cholesterol levels. Packed
with antioxidants, curry leaves prevent the oxidation of cholesterol that forms
LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol). This in turn helps in increasing the amount
of good cholesterol (HDL) and protects your body from conditions like heart
disease and atherosclerosis.
Prevents greying of hair
Kadi patta has always been known to help in
preventing greying of the hair. It is also very effective in treating damaged
hair, adding bounce to limp hair, strengthening the shaft of thin hair, hair
fall and treats dandruff. The best part about this benefit is that you can
either choose to eat the curry leaves to help with your hair woes or apply it
to your scalp as a remedy.
Understanding the importance of
Kariveppu and the necessity of having one in each house, distributed Kariveppu
samplings in the neighbouring houses as part of the Environment day extension
activity of this year. 40 students participated in the activiy.
