BITTER KOLA



Bitter Kola also known as Garcinia kola is a tropical flowering plant found in western and central Africa and it produces brown, nut-like seeds. It has been used in African culture for centuries for both traditional and medicinal purposes. It contains dimeric flavonoid, lipase inhibitor which is believed to have many healing benefits.Cultural and Traditional uses Bitter Kola is a masticatory used in traditional hospitality, cultural and social Ceremonies such as naming ceremonies and weddings.Medicinal Significance

Garcinia kola 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.Cold Remedy arcinia kola is often used to treat the symptoms of colds. It is particularly very effective for coughs, nasal congestions and help coagulate phlegm. It is also effective in alleviating sore throat.Impotence Garcinia kola, is sometimes believed to cure impotence. It increases blood flow to the genital area in men who have hardening of the arteries.

Specifications :

Type: bitter kola Nuts (Garcinia Kola)
Crude Protein ( N X 6.25): 8.06%,
Ash: 2.55%
Crude Fibre: 2.18%
Nitrogen ( Non Protein): 0.88%
Nitrogen-Free Extract : 86.23%
Caffeine: 1.58%
Polyphenosis and Nitrogen: 1.28%

 

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