Paan (Betel leaf) much more than just a mouth freshener

Betel-leaf is a staple in Indian culture, Paan shops sell different varieties as mouth freshener, a culture of conversations and paan chewing is common, also ladies keep Paan-Daan for home-made paan.

So whats so special about this glossy heart shaped leaf:

Maghai paan is known for medicinal benefits, however, a lot depends on how the betel leaf is consumed. Paan consumed after meals is known to

• Prevents acidity.

• Reduces flatulence and bloating.

• Reduce body fat. medha dhatu and lowers cholesterol levels.

• Has anti-cancer properties and is anti-mutagenic and anti-proliferative.

• Boosts Overall Gut-health

How to use:

You need -

1. Betel Leaf

2. Home made Rose Gulkand/Cherry/Honey

3. Green Cardamom/Fennel seed

Wash the Betel leaf cut away the hard stem, add a teaspoon of gulkand, ½ tsp of fennel seeds and a cardamom. Roll it and its ready to eat. A must addition to your everyday healthy habits. Fresh betel leaves can be easily sourced from online grocery retailers, Paan shops, vendors outside temples. Kept in moist cloth in fridge they last 3-4 days. #harmoniousdiet; #holism #healthyme; #Healthforall; #affordablenutrition; #everydaynutrition; #nutritionbysomali