10 Health Benefits Of Herbal Karpooravalli Aka Mexican Mint Leaves

Karpooravalli, also known as the Mexican mint leaves are one of the medicinal plants found in many Indian households. However, not many people know about their medicinal properties. Read this article to know how the Karpooravalli leaves can help you heal your body.

Health Benefits Of Karpooravalli Leaves

• Capable of growing with little care and in small spaces, this herbal gem, the Karpooravalli plant can be a great addition to your home garden. It is famous with various names like Ajwain, Arisochilus Carrosus, or Mexican mint.

• You can easily chew or use its extract to make a remedy for soothing sore throats and treating a cold by mixing it with honey. 
• You can also make ‘Bhajis’ with the leaves of this plant, especially during the monsoon and winter seasons.
• Some Karpooravalli leaves ground with a little water can help you cure all your respiratory problems.
• In ancient times, its leaf paste was also used to treat wounds, boils, and skin diseases.
• The Karpooravalli leaves can be effective in the treatment of indigestion, mouth ulcers, skin infections, hiccups, and colic asthma. (Ayurvedic Monsoon Drinks)
• The leaves are believed to stimulate body immunity against pathogens which is why they are considered to be one of the best immunity booster drinks that help prevent any disease.

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• Inhaling the vapours of Karpooravalli leaves boiling in water can help you ditch chest congestions, or, you can also apply some of its juice on your chest for relief from congestion.
• A number of problems associated with diabetes except high blood sugar levels can be treated with the Karpooravalli leaves.
• Some research claim that Karpooravalli essential oil has been shown to exhibit anti-cancer properties, specifically inhibiting the growth of breast cancer cells and demonstrating efficacy in combating lung cancer. It can be an effective potential natural remedy in the fight against these devastating diseases.

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