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Important Health Benefits of Pudhina (Peppermint) leaves
Posted on: 23/Dec/2017 10:25:32 AM
Among the most commonly used herbs in India is peppermint leaves also widely known as Pudhina. It has been in use since ancient times. It has got a lot of culinary usage. It is usually added to lemon tea, juices, curries, salads, soups, etc. to boost the aroma and flavor of dishes. Extracts of peppermint leaves are used for preparing toothpaste and chewing gums as they hold a lot of germicidal properties. Apart from these, there are many other health benefits of peppermint leaves as well starting from enhancing your immunity till treating bad breath. They are widely used in Asian and European sub-continents and also in the Middle-East.
Peppermint leaves are also used as a source for extracting Oil which is used for multiple purposes of food and medication. The Oil from peppermint is also used as a repellent for mosquitoes and certain insects.
Some of the important benefits of Pudhina leaves
Immunity
Since it is rich in Vitamin C it can boost your overall immunity by boosting the white blood cells. Pudhina acts as an agent for improving the overall functioning of the nervous system as well.
Bad Breath
Peppermint leaves has many anti-bacterial properties which can effectively fight against the germs inside your mouth. This directly gives a fresh nourishment to your teeth and tongue resulting in good smelling breath.
Digestion
Pudhina leaves are highly beneficial for your gut health. It will help in producing many digestive enzymes in the gastro intestinal tract which makes the digestion process easy.
Anti-Inflammation
Peppermint leaves are well known for its anti-inflammation properties and also for anti-oxidant properties. It can heal some of the inflamed tissues and cells effectively. This property of Pudhina also helps in fighting deadly diseases like Cancer and other heart diseases.
Asthma
Pudhina leaves and Oil are used in many medication dealt with respiratory problems like Asthma, Wheezing and Common Cold. Hot water dipped with pudhina leaves is an effective Ayurvedic medicine for breathing related troubles in children and older adults.
Weight loss
Consumption of Pudhina on regular basis improves the overall process of weight loss for anyone who is obese or over weight. Many researches has found this theory true by experimenting with many group of people under observation.
Muscle Pain
It is an effective medicine for muscle recovery after heavy workouts or after stressing the body in any day to day activities. It relaxes the muscle and it can help in smoothing out the tightness and numbness of the muscles all over the body.
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