The health benefits of betel leaves According to principles of ayurveda these leaves are light to digest and hot in potency. They balance vata and kapha, but pitta. The following uses of betel leaves are indicated in ayurveda. In wounds: The paste of these leaves can be applied on chronic wounds. It’s antibacterial, anti inflammatory and cleansing properties help to clean the wound, reduce pain and accelerate healing process. In joint pains: A hot poultice of betel leaves help to reduce joint pain in arthritis. Indigestion and Bad breath: Chewing leaves of these plants after meals helps to relieve bad breath and eases digestion. It increases secretion of digestive juices, reduces bloating of stomach, cleanses the oral cavity, relieves constipation and destroys parasites of intestine. In sore throat: Mix 5 ml of juice of betel leaves in a glass of warm water and gargle. This helps to relieve sore throat. Singers can regularly use this remedy to keep their vocal chords healthy. Weight lo