Healthiest Indian Leafy Vegetables

13 Aug,2024 Credit: Pixabay

Moringa Leaves (Drumstick Leaves)

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Malabar Spinach

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Amaranth Leaves

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Chakramarda (Cassia Tora) Leaves

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Colocasia Leaves

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Sorrel Leaves

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Fenugreek Leaves

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Purslane

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Mustard Greens

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Radish Leaves

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