Betel leaves are used as a stimulant, an antiseptic, and a breath-freshener, whereas areca nut was considered as aphrodisiac.

Chewing habits of people have changed over time. The betel leaves are chewed together in a wrapped package along with areca nut and mineral slaked lime.

Betel leaves is used for ages as a natural remedy for stimulating the central nervous system function

Betel leaves when taken with tobacco and betel nuts is the causative factor for increasing the risk of oral cancer

betel leaf powder has the potential to lower blood sugar spikes in newly diagnosed type 2 diabetic patients.

Betel leaf is a strong antioxidant that helps in combatting oxidative stress and lower inflammation caused due to uncontrolled blood glucose and supports in the management of diabetes mellitus

Betel leaf widely helps in treating issues related to cough and cold.