What happens to your body if you consume curry leaves every day?

How to incorporate curry leaves into your diet

To get these benefits of curry leaves, consider including them in your daily diet in various ways.

Chewing raw leaves: Chew a few fresh curry leaves on an empty stomach in the morning. This is believed to enhance nutrient absorption and start your body’s metabolism.

Cooking with curry leaves: Add curry leaves to your dishes during cooking. They work well in curries, soups, and rice dishes.

Curry leaf tea: Boil a handful of curry leaves in water to make a fragrant tea. This tea can be taken every day at bedtime for effective weight loss, especially from the sides of your body.

See the recipe below.

Recipe for Side-Fat Cutter Tea, courtesy Hansaji

*Boil 1 cup of water.
*Add 1 tsp of cumin seeds and 10-12 curry leaves.
*Boil for 3-4 minutes.
*Turn off the heat.
*Add ½ tsp of turmeric and stir.

“This tea combines the potential fat-burning properties of curry leaves with the goodness of cumin seeds and turmeric,” said Hansaji.
Turmeric contains curcumin, which is believed to suppress the growth of fat tissues.

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Cumin is associated with burning calories faster by increasing the speed of certain bodily processes.

Weight management and more

Apart from aiding in weight loss, curry leaves also have other nutritional benefits. “They are rich in vitamins A, B, C, and E, along with vital minerals like calcium, phosphorus, and iron. These leaves are also packed with antioxidants which can overcome oxidative stress and inflammation in the body,” explained Hansaji.

A holistic approach

While the benefits of curry leaves for weight management are promising, it’s important to have a balanced perspective. “A holistic approach to weight management involves a combination of a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and other healthy lifestyle choices. Including curry leaves into your diet, along with the side-fat cutter tea, can be a flavourful addition to your routine,” said Hansaji.