Scientific name: Areca catechu

Family: Arecaceae

Higher classification: Areca palm

 Advantages of betel nut:

  1. Betel nut for oral health: Betal nut prevents cavity or holes which formed on the tooth’s outer cover called the enamel due to poor oral health that results from consuming excessive sugary foods. The chances of getting cavities are strong when people consume more sugar in the night. Hence, eating betel nut instead of sugars will prevent cavities and help in reducing the toothache.
  2. Betel nut as mouth freshener: Dry mouth is a condition that results from e diabetes. Also cracked lips and bad breath results from dry mouth. By chewing betel nut, the mouth produces more saliva, and helps to prevent dry mouth and associated conditions, effectively.
  3. Betel nut used as stained teeth removal: Many people suffer from a condition called the yellowing of the mouth. It is caused when they drink excessive coffee, tea and other beverages. The poor dental health easily hampers self-confidence in an individual. To prevent the staining or yellowing of teeth, betel nut should be charred, pulverized, rubbed directly on the teeth, and after a few minutes the mouth should be rinsed. Practicing this habit regularly will maintain the whiteness of your teeth.
  4. Betal but prevents gum infection: Many people suffer from gum infections. They can boil the betel nut in a cup of water, and use this water to rinse the mouth. Doing so, would reduce the gum disease, swelling and pain. The other method of reducing the gum infections would be to burn one nut and take the ash. Betal nut should be mixed with clove powder and katha, and then this mixture should be mixed with water and used for rinsing.
  5. Betal but effectively battles indigestion problems: Often indigestion causes blandness in mouth. Chewing betel nuts ensures healthy digestive system, eradicates indigestion, and helps restore appetite. Improved digestion eradicates constipation, and thus improves the overall health. Good digestion makes a person feel energetic and happy.
  6. Maintains women’s health: Women may suffer from a yellowish vaginal discharge, called Leucorrhea. Usually, the estrogen imbalance in the body leads to this condition. Betel nut improves the hormonal imbalance. Furthermore, by consuming betel nuts before menstrual cycle starts is found to reduce vaginal cramps, and abdominal and vaginal pain.
  7. Betel nut for concentration level: Research indicates betel nut can improve concentration levels and improve stimulation, if consumed in mild doses. By consuming betel nut, drivers traveling in the night can remain alert and prevent accidents. People in jobs that require high mental alertness should consume betel nut to improve their focus.
  8. Betal nut prevents diarrhea: Diarrhea is a condition when the stomach and intestines fail to digest liquid and food, and the body expels large amounts of water fluids. When this condition is left untreated, it leads to the death of a person. By consuming betel nut, the feelings of bloating and frequent visits to the bathroom are reduced, and the person gets on the path of recovery.