Grandma Says
Curry Leaf (Kariveppilai)
The little garnish leaf most people push aside — traditionally believed to hold a wealth of goodness.
- digestion
- eye health
- hair
- general wellness
Grandma Says this common green leaf is mostly added as a garnish, for a little flavor. While eating, many simply pick it out and set it aside, savoring the main dish instead. Yet this little abandoned leaf is traditionally believed to hold a wealth of goodness.
Nutrients
- Iron
- Calcium
- Phosphorus
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin C
Good for
- Eyes
- traditionally associated with supporting eye health
- Mouth
- traditionally used to soothe mouth ulcers, and to support healthy gums and teeth
- Stomach
- long valued as a digestive aid — believed to ease constipation, settle the stomach, and support good digestion
- Hair
- traditionally used to support healthy, glossy hair
- General health
- believed to strengthen bones, build stamina, and support the body's natural defenses; traditionally used to help minor scratches and wounds heal