100% Dried Organic Betel Leaves Ceylon, Paan leaves, Piper betle Herbal tea piper betel
What is Betel Leaf?
In India & Sri Lanka (Ceylon), since ancient times betel leaf is used in religious rituals as it is considered auspicious. Betel leaf is a heart-shaped, deep green color leaf that belongs to the family of Piperaceae. The scientific name of betel leaf is "Piper betle".
Top 10 Benefits Drinking of Betel Leaves.
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Reduces respiratory issues: Betel leaf widely helps in treating issues related to cough and cold. It is an excellent cure
Nutritional Composition of Betel Leaves.
| Original | Dried leaves |
Moisture Content | 85-90% | 1-5% |
calories | 44 Jules per 100g | 220 Jules per 100g |
Fat | 0.4-1% | 2 – 5% |
Proteins | 3-3.5% | 15-17.5% |
Essential Nutrients
iodine 3.4 mcg/ 100 grams
potassium 1.1-4.6%
vitamin A 1.9-2.9 mg / 100 grams
vitamin B1 13-70 mcg / 100 grams
vitamin B2 1.9-30 mcg / 100 grams
nicotinic acid 0.63-0.89 mg/ 100 grams
Besides these nutrients betel leaves contain essential oils and chemical components such as betel oil and chavicol, betel phenol, eugenol, terpene and camphene. These chemical components possess medicinal properties and help in the treatment and management of various diseases and disorders.