BITTER KOLA

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Bitter kola is widely known for its medicinal benefits, as the seeds, nuts, and bark have been and are still being used to treat varying ailments

It is rich in phytochemicals and is often referred to as a wonder plant because almost every part of it has immense medicinal benefits.

The seeds are the most popular part of the plant. They are chewed raw and commonly called African wonder nut, male kola, false kola, Aku-ilu (Igbo), Orogbo (Yoruba), and Namigin-Gworo (Hausa).

When chewed, the bitter kola seeds have a bitter taste that gently evolves into a sweet, smooth taste.

The bitter kola seeds possess anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antiviral properties. And have been in use in traditional medicine to treat HIV/AIDS, Ebola virus, and diabetes.

This article outlines the nutrition facts, health benefits, uses, and side effects of bitter kola seeds.