12 HEALTH BENEFITS OF BITTER KOLA
1-Drug preparation
In the International market however, it is used extensively in the preparation of herbal drugs either as stimulant supplement or as herbal remedies as well.
It is used in many tropical countries to fight infectious diseases such as Aids and the Ebola virus. It has shown to posses anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antiviral properties.
2-Improve Lungs Function
Bitter cola has been used for centuries to treat chest colds in traditional medicine, but research has taken a look and found out why it is very effective. study shows that bitter cola works by dilating the alveolar ducts and sacs in the lungs by improving the strength of the fibers in the lung tissue. Bitter cola’s beneficial lung properties are attributed to its high antioxidant content.
3-Relieves Arthritis:
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, characterized by pain, inflammation and limited movement in the joints, according to the National Institutes of Health. Causes of osteoarthritis can include joint injury, obesity and aging.Bitter cola significantly reduced inflammation and pain and increased joint movement in subjects that had osteoarthritis symptoms. It is believed that bitter cola works well as a result of its antioxidant Properties.
4-Reduces Eye Pressure:
An increase in eye pressure can lead to glaucoma, Researchers at Lagos University Teaching Hospital(LUTH )in Nigeria tested the effectiveness of eye drops that contained 0.5 percent extract of bitter cola. The results of their study, published in the January 2010 issue of Middle East African Journal of Opthamology, showed that the opthamolic solution that contained the garcinia significantly reduced eye pressure when used twice a day.
5-Anti-poison:
When food is suspected to be contaminated by bacteria, chew bitter kola immediately after eating, it will prevent the development of any infection or poisoning. Bitter Kola is eaten mostly by the elderly people because of their belief that it could prolong life.”Actually, researches in modern science have revealed that bitter kola contains chemical compounds that will help the breakdown of glycogen in the liver and has other medicinal uses which account for its longevity property in man. Bitter kola is anti-poison , it has the ability to repel evil men and spirits, it could sound superstitious but it works. The naturalist even said that the seed and the bark of bitter kola should be eaten together in cases where food poisoning is suspected, “it helps to detoxify the system”. Indeed, it really works.If bitten by a poisonous snake,taking 3-5 seeds of bitter kola without water will prolong the life of the victim until medical attention is sort.
6-Expels snake:
Bitter Kola also serves as a snake and insect repellant. Researchers believe that the nut helps to expel dangerous snakes and destructive ants from your home. No snake will come near bitter seed or tree.
7-Improves men's sexual performance
Bitter kola is the number one sexual performance medicine for weak men. No other product can match the sexual benefits of bitter kola as its give you unlimited performance in bed! This is a new discovery that has made this product a hot cake! Those who have tasted it are living witnesses. Impotence is restored by increasing blood supply to the core area in men who have hardening of the arteries. Bitter kola is the number one sexual performance medicine for men. Few natural products can match the sexual benefits of bitter kola. For unlimited performance, take about 3-5 seeds 10-20 minutes before intercourse and avoid drinking water at the moment.
8-Hop Substitute
Bitter cola is used as a substitute for hops in brewing lager beer. It is especially useful in preventing beer spoilage.
9-Weight Loss
Bitter Kola has been known to be a natural hunger suppressant and also increases the urge to drink more water. Because some people do not like to chew Bitter kola, yet want to experience its potency in some of the above, Bioresource Development Group (BDG) has come up with a formulation, called Garcinia-IHP. Garcinia-IHP is a scientifically processed garcinia kola which retains all the goodness of bitter kola in capsules, with the potency and effectiveness guaranteed.
10-Removes mouth odour
Bitter cola removes mouth odour instantly. If you are going for any program that will cause your mouth to sour and gives bad odour while talking, chew one or two bitter cola seeds and hold the paste inside your mouth for 3-5 minutes then swallow all, it will stop the mouth odour instantly, and keep your mouth fresh for more than 12 hours. It is also good for those that have natural mouth odour, always have some seed with you.
11-Sore throat
Very effective in managing symptoms of cold and sore throat, pains, cough nasal congestion and helps coagulate phlegm.
12-Stops stomach ache in new born babies
Bitter Kola seed cut into pieces and soaked in warm water for 2-3 hours will stop stomach ache in new born babies and adults
HOW TO USE BITTER COLA
- Bitter cola can be chewed raw, chew both the seed and outer brown coated skin.
- Bitter cola can be dried and crushed into powder and be mixed with honey.
- The seed can be cut into pieces, soak in water and the water taken for stomach problems especially in children.
It does not have any side effect or overdose