Mulberry Leaves Recipe

 Nutritious and delicious Mulberry leaves Recipe 

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Mulberry leaves are used in traditional medicines as a natural medicine for a variety of sicknesses because of their high nutritional values. They are rich in plant compounds like polyphenol antioxidants, as well as vitamin C, zinc, calcium, iron, potassium, phosphorus, and magnesium. In traditional Chinese medicine, mulberry leaf is used to treat inflammation, colds, and antiviral illnesses. 

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Health benefits

Compounds found in mulberry leaves may help lower blood sugar, cholesterol, and inflammation levels, says a study conducted in 2023..

These leaves also have potent anti-diabetic properties.  

A study conducted in 2018 reports that mulberry leaves may be helpful in 

aiding blood sugar management

managing cholesterol levels

reducing oxidative stress

reducing inflammation

lowering blood pressure.

Good for liver health - Test-tube and animal studies have determined that mulberry leaf extract may protect liver cells from damage and reduce liver inflammation. 

Mulberry leaves are useful in the control and prevention of various chronic diseases, says a study,  because of their anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anti-melanogenic, antidiabetic, anti-obesity, anti-hyperlipidemic, and anticancer properties.

Mulberry Leaves Recipe

Take a bunch of tender  mulberry leaves and wash them well. Chop into small pieces.

On a pan with some cooking oil,  (coconut oil will be the best, and I use that) saute some chopped onion  with 3-4 small garlic pieces and 3-4 chopped green chillies.  Add a few leaves of curry leaves. 

Add thinly chopped sweet potato pieces and cook for 3-4 minutes. (Instead of sweet potato, potato can also be used).

Add 1/4 tsp. turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp chilli powder, and the mulberry leaves. 

Mix everything thoroughly and cook in slow fire for about 5 minutes, 

If necessary, you can add 1-2 tsp water to cook.  

Those who like to add some coconut scrapings also in the recipe, on the final stage, and then cook for another 1-2 minutes. 

This recipe can be used as a side dish. 

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