Betel

Betel leaves are as important as the sacred Tulsi plant which is worshiped in many households.

According to Ayurveda, chewing paan (betel leaf) after meals eases digestion as it increases secretion of digestive juices, reduces bloating of stomach, relieves constipation and destroys intestinal parasites.

Scientists at University of Calcutta and Indian Institute of Chemical Biology have examined nine varieties of betel leaf and identified the ones that can reduce inflammation.

Betel nut is a very popular ingredient in India, especially in the North-east. Read on to know more about the value it holds in their customs.

Who would have thought that the paan would eventually become inspiration for nouveau food that had nothing to do with the original betel leaf!

Banarasi paan is in itself a lot more than a refreshing savoury. It is, in fact, a food with a wonderful experience and has a cult following in India. Here's all you need to know ...

Now-a-days, several experiments are done with paan. Some of the very common ones are- paan kulfi, paan toffee, paan ka sharbat, paan thandai and more. But did you ever think of paan shot?

After the recent ban on the import of Alphonso mangoes over claims of a fruit fly infestation, the European union (EU) is now looking to ban Indian betel or 'paan leaves'.  Earlier this week the ...

Paan recipe: Make this sweet paan without tobacco for your family for a perfect after-dinner treat. This paan can be made in just 5 minutes, provided you have all the ingredients ready.

It's that perfect blend of curd, spices, and sweet-tangy chutney that instantly brings a smile to any food lover's face. Chaat is practically a street food institution, offering a wide array of options to tantalize ...