India, April 10 -- Kadi patta (also called kari patta and curry leaves) has been a staple of Indian kitchens for millennia; but its transition from an aromatic garnish to a 'superfood' has birthed a wave of health claims. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Simrat Kathuria - celebrity dietician and nutrition consultant with 16 years of experience - aims to separate traditional wisdom from modern hyperbole. Also read | Health benefits of curry leaves

"Kadi patta functions as a minor character that supports your health journey instead of acting as your primary wellness solution," Kathuria explains. "People who expect their hair to regrow and their skin to become perfect through product use will experience disappointment," she adds.

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