Bael or Aegle marmelos is indigenous tree to India. Its leaves powder are known as Bel Patra and offered to Lord Shiva. It is a very important plant of Ayurveda. Its every part is used for treatment of various diseases. Bael/Bel/Bilva or Vilvam leaves are also full of medicinal properties. The Anti-diabetic effect of bael leaves is very well known. Its leaves can be used fresh as well as dried.

Its leaves are dried in shade and pulverised to get fine powder which can be administered orally. Its leaves juice can be taken in dosage of 5 ml and 1 teaspoon in dried powder form. Here is given more about the various scientifically proven medicinal properties of the Bel leaves as well as the conditions in which its use should be avoided.

Amazing Health Benefits of Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder :

• Control Diabetes:

Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder is a natural laxative that helps to control sugar levels in your body. It helps in stimulating the pancreas that further helps in the production of insulin in your system. You can have Bael juice in your breakfast or have it raw as a fruit before lunch.

• Prevents Constipation:

Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder reduces stomach ache and constipation when consumed regularly as a juice or as a fruit. It helps to remove the toxins from your body and helps clean your intestines. Add black pepper and salt to the juice and have them before going to bed or early in the morning to regulate your bowel movements.

• Treats Heart Diseases:

Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder is anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties keeps heart diseases from your body. It maintains a healthy heart by keeping your cholesterol levels down. It reduces glucose levels in your body by 54% and thus, it prevents cardiovascular diseases.

• Treats Asthma:

Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder provides resistance to cold. It prevents throat infections and respiratory diseases like Asthma or cold. You can have Bael fruit leaves and cook them at low steam in water for few minutes. Sieve the leaves and have the water to cure your respiratory problems.

• Cures Ulcers:

Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder consists of anti-oxidants that help in curing gastric ulcers, particularly, gastroduodenal ulcers. It controls the acidic levels in your stomach that prevent the occurrence of stomach ulcers. You can have bael fruit regularly before lunch to maintain the acid levels.

• Controls Body Temperature:

Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder is used as a coolant in summers for your body as it controls your body temperature. You can have it before lunch and dinner as it reduces heat and feelings of thirst from your system. Take Bael juice with honey to control acid imbalance and also, you can apply it on your tongue to cure mouth ulcers.

• Cures Urticaria (Skin Rashes):

Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder is a powerful remedy to cure skin rashes, itchy bumps and other skin irritation. You can mix Bael leaves juice and cumin seeds to make a drink. Also, you can add rest of the Bael juice as well to make this bitter juice a little tasty and have it the morning to cure all your skin problems.

How to use Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder :

For control dandruff

Take Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder mix with water and drink it.

For elimination of intestinal worms

Take 5 Grams of Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder 2 times a day.

For Reduce Hypertension 

Boiling a cup of water mixed with 1 teaspoon of Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder, cool and strain the solution and consume it three times a day.

For increase appetite

Take a teaspoon of Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder for 3 days the result can be seen.

For General use:

5 Grams of Indian Bael Leaves / Vilva Ilai Powder can be mixed with hot water and drink it twice a day.