Bitter kola is a popular seed in Nigeria especially, amongst the Igbo’s. Bitter kola serves both, cultural and medicinal purposes. Bitter kola has a bitter taste which is why, it is called, bitter kola....CONTINUE READING
Bitter kola has certain health benefits which makes it a good seed for people who are up to, 40 years and above.
Why People Who Are 40 Years Should Eat Bitter Kola Regularly
1 It Treats Infection: bitter kola is a effective natural remedy for fighting various types of infections like, viral infections and bacterial infections. Bitter kola is also good for treating hepatitis, cough, and common cold.
If you eat bitter kola when you have any of these infections the you will recover faster.
2 Fighting Inflammation: inflammation can cause many diseases including, arthritis. Eating bitter kola can improve the conditions of people who have osteoarthritis of the knee.
It can also, improve the conditions of those who have other inflammatory diseases.
3 Good For Diabetic Patients: diabetes is a common sickness that has no cure. Bitter kola contains kolaviron which, prevents the blood sugar of those with type 2 diabetes from becoming low.
4 It Is Rich Source Of Essential Nutrients: bitter kola has several nutrients most of which are essential to the body. These nutrients also help to promote good health, and prevent certain diseases.
The essential nutrients contained in bitter kola include; calcium, vitamin C, iron, potassium, and protein. Bitter kola is also a rich source of carbohydrate, fat, and caffeine.
NOTE: you can buy bitter kola from the market or, from street hawkers. There is no special way of preparing bitter kola all you have to do is to, peel it and chew it.
NOTE: bitter kola contains caffeine so avoid it if you are allergic to caffeine. In addition, don’t eat bitter kola at night because the caffe
ine in it can prevent you from sleeping.
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