Cassava leaves

Edible cassava leaves (Manihot esculenta) were consumed as vegetables for their bioactive compounds. The leaves are consumed as tea in Japan and believed to be medicinal for the treatment of diabetes and help to reduce the risk of colon cancer

Cassava leaves are a rich source of protein, minerals, and vitamins. Cassava leaf also contains high amount of vitamin C and folate which are good immunostimulant; it boosts the immune system; cassava leaf prevents disease by preventing harmful microorganisms from entering the body. The leaves are an excellent source of antioxidative polyphenolics.

Cassava leaves are used to treat headaches, fevers, diarrhea, rheumatic diseases, inflammation and gastritis for many centuries because of their antioxidant properties.

Cassava leaf is a good remedy for diabetes because it contains a lot of fiber that helps slow the rate of absorption of blood sugar. It also has a low glycemic index and is recommended for people with type-II diabetes.

Cassava leaves are rich in magnesium. In fact, a diet high in magnesium leads to lowered blood pressure levels that reduces the chances of rheumatic diseases throughout life. Osteoporosis, arthritis, spondylitis and lupus are some examples.
Cassava leaves

Pandan leave juice

Pandan leave is one of natural product which is commonly been found in several South East Asia Countries.

It is an important source of natural flavoring that is widely used in Asian countries, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and India.

The composition contained within the pandan leaf include alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, tannins and polyphenols each of which has its own function.

Several alkaloids such as pandanmine, pandamerilactones with pyrroline derived structures are found in the leaves with is potential activity for health. Pandanin is a single polypeptide chain avs molecular weight of 8 KDa and exhibits hemagglutinating activity toward rabbit erythrocytes. Pandanin also have a potential antiviral activities against human viruses e.g. herpes simplex virus type=1 (HSV-1) and influenza virus.

How to make pandan leaves juice?
*Wash the leaves
*Cut them to the smaller piece about 1 inch a piece
*Add some water and blend together until smooth
*Strain with a strainer or filter using cheese cloth.
Pandan leave juice

Curry leaves juice

Curry leaves are a popular leaf-spice used in very small quantities for their distinct aroma due to the presence of volatile oil and their ability to improve digestion.

Curry leaves (Murraya koenigii) belongs to family Rutaceae, is an aromatic, pubescent, deciduous shrub or small tree. Curry leave is found to be native mainly to India and Sri Lanka. Additionally, it can be found in some other South Asian countries as well.

The leaves have a slightly pungent, bitter and feebly acidic taste, and they retain their flavour and other qualities even after drying.

The fresh leaves are a good source of β-carotene. Curry leaves are a rich source of minor constituents, such as Ca, K, Mg, P, along with Fe, Mn, Se and Zn, in trace amounts.

Curry leaves play a pivotal role in the field of weight loss. The leaves when eaten raw or consumed as juice, serves as a detox drink to cleanse body from within, burn fat, reduce bad cholesterol and enhance digestion.

Fresh juice of curry leaves, with lime juice and sugar, is an effective medicine in the treatment of morning sickness, nausea and vomiting due to indigestion and excessive use of fats.

Cataract development can be prevented by using fresh juice of curry leaves. The oil of curry leave is reported to possess antibacterial, antifungal, hypolipidemic, anti-lipid peroxidative, hypoglycemic, antioxidant and anti-hypertensive properties.

Curry leaves contribute a strong promising action against cardiovascular disorders, hypertension and obesity.

Curry leave contains significant amount of phenolic and flavonoids compounds which are phytoconstituents responsible for lipid lowering and anti-obesity activities because of strong antioxidant potential.
Curry leaves juice

Mint leaf juice is good for digestive disorders

Mint is the genus belonging to the Labiatae family and includes a huge diversity of varieties with different sensory properties. Mint leaves can refer to any plant in the Mentha genus, but the term is most often used to refer to peppermint and spearmint, the two most common types of mint plant.

Peppermint is a perennial plant native to Europe, highly aromatic that may grow as tall as three feet. The ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans knew it as flavouring for food and as medicine.

Among the major components found in peppermint leaves are fatty acids such as linoleic, linolenic, and palmitic acid. A variety of volatile compounds, mainly menthol, menthone and isomenthone have also been identified along with β-carotene, chlorophyll, α- and γ-tocopherols and ascorbic acid.

As a general digestive aid, juice peppermint leaves is employed for internal oral use. Peppermint has been found to enhance gastric emptying, suggesting its potential use in a clinical setting for patients with functional gastrointestinal disorders.

It helps to promote the production of digestive juices. It also can be used to get relief from digestive problems such as heartburn, nausea, gas, cramps, and even a spastic colon.
Mint leaf juice is good for digestive disorders

Juice of Fenugreek leaves

The leaves of fenugreek are aromatic, cooling and mild laxative. Fenugreek leaves are beneficial in the treatment of indigestion, flatulence and sluggish liver. To keep hair oft, silky, natural in color, to lengthen them, apply paste of its fresh leaves over scalp.

2 tsp fresh juice of Fenugreek leaves along with 1 tsp honey to be taken daily in case of recurrent headaches and insomnia. It is also good for the treatment of biliousness and giddiness.

In case of constipation, cough, mouth ulcer, piles, and sore throat, boil 2 tbsp fenugreek leaves along with ½ cup moong dal and 1 small onions and eat regularly.
Juice of Fenugreek leaves