At the GI festival currently underway at Shimla, where India’s finest regional treasuries are on display, a stall by a brother-sister duo from Uttar Pradesh is changing the way we think of betel ...

CHENNAI, (IANS) – Authoor betel leaves from Tamil Nadu’s Thoothukudi district recently received a Geographical Indication (GI) certificate. The betel leaves commonly known as ‘Vettrilai’ have been ...

Heavy rainfall in the month of Kartik last year caused severe devastation for betel leaf growers in the Rajshahi region. The excessive rain led to widespread rotting of leaves. Even before that, ...

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In many parts of South Asia, chewing betel nut, also known as supari or areca nut, is a culturally ingrained habit. In India, supari is often added to paan, which is served up in many regions as an ...

Widely used yet often underestimated, betel nut chewing poses significant health risks, and researchers continue to search for effective prevention and treatment strategies. Review: Understanding ...

Betel nut, the seed of the areca palm fruit, is often chewed inside a betel leaf with lime. The practice has been known for its psychoactive effects, including heightened alertness and euphoria. The ...

Paan has always been a part of Indian culture. From weddings to family get-togethers, the delicacy made using betel leaf often shows up at the end of a meal. Over the years, though, paan has earned a ...

As winter sets in across many parts of India, warm herbal drinks return to daily routines. Among them is betel leaf tea. Historical records indicate that the use of betel leaf in India dates back to ...

Betel leaves have held a cherished place in cultural traditions and daily life across Asia for centuries. Recognised for their distinctive aroma, glossy green appearance, and versatile uses, they are ...