Include these edible flowers in your diet!

Zee Media Bureau

New Delhi: Do you know that flowers can be eaten? Well, many of us might not be aware of it but there are several flowers that are edible and also make excellent natural remedies.

Here are some edible flowers that you can include in your diet:

Neem 

We all know that neem leaves are edible and good for health, but do you know that it's flowers are equally beneficial for our body. The flowers contain certain properties that improves your metabolism and breakdown fat thus helps in reducing weight .

Banana 

Banana flower is also edible and good for health as it is rich in antioxidants and fibre and can treat diarrohea and dysentery. It is also good for diabetics and helps in treating heavy abnormal bleeding during menstruation.

Drumsticks 

Drumstick flowers are considered good for health as it helps to overcome erectile dysfunction and improve sexual health. It also prevent infections.

Rose 

Rose flowers are often used in Indian cooking especially for deserts. They are even used to infuse water due to their calming effects and mild flavour.