Description
It really is chewed by many people because of its nutritional values, taste as well as healthcare qualities. It’s got heart shaped leaves as well as differs in colour along with shades of green. An analysis of the betel leaf displays it to contain moisture 85.4 per cent, protein 3.1 per cent, fat 0.8 per cent, minerals 2.3 per cent, fiber 2.3 per cent and carbohydrates 6.1 per cent per 100 grams. Its minerals as well as vitamin contents are usually calcium, carotene, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin and vitamin C. Its calorific value is 44.