Mango leaves are typically used in cooking as a thickener for sauces, soups, and other dishes. They are also used as a garnish for some foods.
Nutritional content:
• Vitamin A
• Vitamin B
• Vitamin C
• Flavonoids
• Phenols
• Antioxidants
• Tannins
Health benefits: Known to help with Gall and Kidney stones, Lower blood pressure, anti-inflammatory properties, makes skin look healthy, good for hair, helps with diabetes, Stomach ulcers, Anxiety, restlessness and preventing obesity.
How to use:
1. Wash/rinse mango leaves under cold water to remove any dirt
2. Boil 2 cups of water over heat and add in 3-4 Mango leaves.
3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
3. Strain and serve (add sweetener if required).
(Do not throw away after one use, re-simmer up to 2 times)
