THE SECRET OF MANGO LEAVES
It was a festival occasion.. The day before festival I was in search of mango leaves in the market for decoration and pooja at home. Since it rained heavily that day, it was a bit challenge for me to get a bunch of mango leaves (in cities). Somehow I bought some mango leaves.
While returning from the market to my home, suddenly my childhood memories waved on my mind.. Those were lovely days in my native place where I grew up by seeing a small mango tree opposite to my home..
Days passed away and I too grew along with the mango tree and finally one day it was a huge and big mango tree with lot of plumpy mangoes. Whenever there was a festival in my hometown, my grandma used to get the mango leaves from that mango tree.
We had not even given a penny to buy the mango leaves.. but now?…just thought of sharing a nostalgic memory…coming back to the topic..
The secret of Mango leaves…
HISTORY OF MANGO TREES
The mango tree originated from Southern Asia, particularly Myanmar and Assam state of India.
Mango, the queen of fruits is grown in tropical areas of the world. In olden scriptures, dated around 4000 BC, the mango tree is considered indigenous to southeast Asia and India.
India is the largest mango producing country in the world, approximately 50% of the world mango supply.
The second and third largest mango producer are China and Thailand respectively.
India has around 2,309,000 acres for mango farming.
MANGO LEAVES IN RELIGIOUS RITUALS
There is a practice in India for any festival is to decorate the main doors of house, temples and other spiritual places with garland of mango leaves.
The mango leaves are considered as the most sacred symbol of love and fertility. The mango leaves absorbs the negative energy from entering home.
In Hinduism, it is believed that tying mango leaves at the entrance stops the evil spirits and increases positive energy.
The mango leaves absorbs carbon di oxide and releases oxygen so that it helps to keep the environment clean and healthy.
In religious rituals, a “Purnakumbha”, a pot filled with water, topped with fresh mango leaves and a coconut symbolizes Goddess Lakshmi and good fortune.
In Buddhism and Jainism, the mango is considered as a sacred symbol.
BENEFITS OF MANGO LEAVES
-The mango leaves are rich in anti oxidants and have anti inflammatory properties.
-Mango leaf extract contains tannins and anthocyanins which helps to manage diabetes.
-Its extract helps us to heal burned skin.
-The extract of mango leaves promotes healthy skin.
-The boiled mango leaves can be used for dental care as a mouthwash.
-Mango leaves contain vitamins A, vitamins B and Vitamins C and the mango extract adds the necessary nutrients and vitamins in our body.
-Mango leaves are used as a fertility herbal medicine.
-Mango leaves extract is used for treatment in uric acid related problems.
-Its extract helps to regulate the blood pressure and fat content in the body
-Mango leaves are good in the treatment of respiratory problems.
HOW TO MAKE MANGO LEAF TEA?
Boil the required dried mango leaves to water and let it cool and then add some honey to it.
You can also add lemon juice to it for added flavor and benefits. Mango leaf tea is ready to take.
THE BOTTOM LINE
The mango leaves help manage diabetes due to its effect on fat metabolism.
They are rich in terpenoids and polyphenols that are plant compounds that protect against and fight inflammation in your body.
Mango leaves are safe to take. You need to remember, too much consumption leads to digestive problems.
Mango leaves can be used fresh or stored it as dried mango leaves powder. Stay happy and healthy..
“When diet is wrong, medicine is of no use.
When diet is correct, medicine is of no need.”