In many Indian households, meals are incomplete without condiments (chutney). People consume a variety of chutneys in a myriad of flavours including sweet, sour, tangy, and spicy
Lovneet Batra, a nutritionist,
highlighted the importance and
role of condiments in our diet in
her latest Instagram post. "Adding
condiments to your meals is a
great way to enhance flavour and
potentially provide health benefits
too," she wrote in her post.
Mint (pudina) is loaded with
phytonutrients and antioxidants that
are found to work wonders for
digestion. Menthol present in this
herb activates the secretion of bile
salts and acids into the digestive tract.
It also acts on the smooth muscles of
the stomach and aids in reducing the
gas caused due to indigestion.
Help relieve indigestion:
Mint leaves contain high levels of salicylic acid which is known for combating acne and blemishes
Mitigate skin problems:
Mint leaves contain high levels of salicylic acid which is known for combating acne and blemishes
Mitigate skin problems:
Due to its diuretic activity, mint leaves help to relieve fluid retention, plus the anti-inflammatory properties of mint help in reducing any inflammation in your stomach.
Relieves menstrual water retention:
Mint extracts inhibit xanthine oxidase, an enzyme involved in the formation of uric acid, as well as in generating oxidative stress that contributes to the pathophysiology of the disease.