কেছা তামোল (Kesha Tamol), or betel nut, is the seed of the Areca palm (Areca catechu), commonly consumed in Assam and other parts Typically chewed with betel leaves (পান পাতা) and sometimes slaked lime (চুন), it is an integral part of Assamese culture. কেছা তামোল is traditionally offered as a gesture of hospitality and used in religious and social practices. Despite its cultural importance, its regular use is associated with health risks, including oral cancers and cardiovascular issues.