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So next time when you do wake up from the bed and you are able to walk, eat, talk, see, etc do give thanks to Almighty God. Today we will be looking at this wonder fruit known as Bitter kola. Bitter kola is also known as Garcinia kola. It is found in Nigeria and other rainforest regions in West Africa. Bitter kola has anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. It also protects the body from various forms of cancer and other diseases. Let’s look at 11 health benefits of Bitter kola:
- Bitter kola has been known to be an effective treatment for diabetes. It is known to regulate blood sugar levels by reducing and normalising it.
- Bitter kola has been known to help treat malaria. It has also been used to treat acute fever, throat infections and the inflammation of the respiratory tract.
- Bitter kola is rich in antioxidants. It helps to fight disease and to build the immune system.
- Bitter kola is a great remedy for Glaucoma which is a condition of increased pressure within the eyeball causing loss of sight. Bitter kola is a very effective treatment for it when eaten twice a day.
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- Bitter kola also helps to reduce the pain and inflammation thereby increasing joint movements in cases of osteoarthritis.
- Bitter kola is also known to neutralise snake poison and scorpion bite.
- Due to the anti-poisonous. nature of Bitter kola, it helps to prevent bacterial infections caused by food poisoning.
- Bitter kola is an effective treatment for the throat as it helps to treat sore throat and hoarseness. It helps to clear the throat.
- It is an effective treatment for cough.
- It is a great treatment for chest colds.
- Bitter kola can also be eaten to improve sperm count, libido, promote testicular weight, erection and ejaculation.
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