Belimal – බෙලිමල්

Belimal, or the Beli flower, has been used in Ayurvedic medicinal practices and among health-conscious individuals due to the many medicinal values it carries.Belimal flowers are most commonly used  to make a cooling and soothing herbal tea. 

Benefits:

High in proteins and vitamins, belimal has the potential to relieve fatigue and flush out harmful toxins from one’s body while purifying blood.Weight loss control, Cholesterol control, Protection from skin infections, Improved digestion, Curing irritable bowel disorders, Good skin complexion, Relieving indigestion,  Controlling gastric hyperacidity.

To prepare the tea,

• wash belimal with normal water.
• Add a few belimal into a boiling cup of water.
• Steep dried belimal in boiling water for 7 to 10 minutes,and enjoy its natural goodness.
• Then strain and drink. It can be sweetened with kithul jaggery or sugar and is traditionally enjoyed hot, often in the evening.