Curry leaves are widely used in Asian meal, they are very much use in cooking and medicine. It's a small green leaf with distant flavor and fragrance and is commonly used in Asian cuisines. They have numerous medicinal and nutritional benefits as well as cosmetic uses also. 

     Today we are going to share the powerful benefits of this amazing herb, it will surely convince you to use this amazing leaf in your diet. 

Benefits of Curry Leaves 
There are various benefits of curry leaves and some of them are explained below:

1) Anti Diabetic Properties
Curry leaves facilitate the generation of insulin in our body and hence as a hypoglycemic effect, which aids in the control of blood sugar level. Curry leaves, high fibre content shows the breakdown of carbohydrates into glucose which helps to maintain glucose level in check. 
    Chew 8-10 curry leaves first in the morning on empty stomach. Make sure to eat well to gain its benefit, the leaf should mix well with our saliva, or you could make a juice of these leaves and drink them in the morning. 

2) Enhances Hair Growth


Curry leaves prevent premature greying of hair and protects your hair from damage. It protects against hair loss, dandruff and itchy scalp, curry leaves moisturize the scalp to strengthen hair follicles and promote hair growth. 
   Take 20 to 30 curry leaves and rinse them in water. In a pan, take 3 tablespoons full of coconut oil and them with curry leaves, and boil the oil till the leaves turn black. Now turn off the gas and let the oil to be cool at room temperature, and your amazing hair tonic is ready. Apply this oil twice a week to get healthy and shiny hairs. 

3) Promotes Weight Loss
Curry leaves contain carbazole alkaloids compounds which helps to prevent weight gain, lowers LDL which is a bad cholesterol compound in the bloodstream. Curry leaves offer detoxifying molecules, it cleanses our body and help us reduce the fat. 
     Take a glass of water, boil 20-30 curry leaves for about 4-5 minutes. Strain and remove the leaves. To improve the taste and flavor, squeeze half a lemon and add few drops of honey in that. Your powerful fat burning tea is ready and you can drink it in the morning on empty stomach. 

4) Effective Against Morning Sickness
Curry leaves are extremely useful for pregnant ladies in the morning sickness, it is a safe option for both mother and child because it is completely natural herb. 
    You can either have curry tea or prepare a simple tonic. Blend 10-20 curry leaves, then squeeze the paste in the muslin cloth to extract the juice, to this add 1 teaspoon full of lime juice and a pinch of jaggery. Have this every morning to get rid of morning sickness. 

5) Improves Digestion
Curry leaves are digestive and have anti dysentery property. It really helps in digestion and helps in constipation. It prevents constipation, diarrhea, dysentery and bloating. It has a mild laxative quality that helps eliminate waste from the stomach in a better way. It also improves appetite because it is a natural stimulant. 
    Try preparing this simple curry leaf mouth freshener and use it after food, it will enhance the digestive process. Take around 30 to 40 curry leaves and keep them under the hot sun for a few days and let them dry completely. Now, make a thin nice powder of the leaves, roast 3 to 4 tablespoons full of fennel seeds. Mix it well with the crushed curry leaves, store this tasty mouth freshener in an airtight bottle. 

6) Boosts Immunity


Curry leaves are rich in antioxidants that helps us stay healthy and helps us in preventing numerous problems. They protect us from oxidative damage which can lead to disorders of neurological, cardiovascular system and kidney. 

7) Enriches Skin Texture
Curry leaves can help to release skin irritation and rashes as well as it enhances skin texture. It also protects the skin from free radicals making it soft and healthy.
   Take half teaspoon curry leaf powder and fuller's earth (also known as Multani mitti), add a few drops of rose water and make a fine paste of it. Apply it all over your face and neck, wash it off after 10-15 minutes. 
 Fuller's earth absorbs excessive oil while also hydrating and healing the skin. Rosewater is a natural toner that can help firm sagging skin.

Curry leaves are very beneficial for us. After getting to know about all of the above benefits, we hope that you know how to use them in your diet.Â