Advantages And Disadvantage Of Taking Bitter Kola
Advantages
Garcinia kola is available in large quantity in West Africa and it is classified as a powerful antibiotic that is essential for treating certain ailments. Garcinia Kola otherwise known as aku inu by the Ibo part of Nigeria is used immensely for preparing herbal drugs.
Different tribes in Nigeria has different names for bitter kola such as; Ibo (Igbo) call it aku-ilu or ugolo, the Isekiri call it okain, Efik call it efiari or edun, Yoruba call bitter kola orogbo, Hausa call it cida goro, Bokyi call it oje, Ejagham-Ekin call it efrie, Ibibio call it efiat while the Idoma call it igoligo.
Benefit of Bitter Kola
1). Anti-Poison
Garcinia kola is anti-poisonous in nature, being that it helps in the prevention of bacterial infection caused as a result of food poisoning. The bark and seed of Garcinia kola when eaten together helps in the detoxification of the human system especially in the cases of food poisoning.
It is recommendable to chew bitter kola immediately after eating on suspicion of consuming contaminated food. Certain parts of the African countries have the belief that chewing and holding bitter Kola helps to drive away evil people and spirits.
2). Life Prolongation Certain African cultures hold the belief that chewing bitter kola helps to prolong life and this claim is supported by some researchers who attest that Garcinia kola is made up of chemical compounds that assist in breaking down glycogen present in the liver, which results in life longevity.
3). Traditional medicine
Bitter kola is an anti-parasitic, antimicrobial and purgative in nature hence the seeds can be used for treating colic, tuberculosis, throat infections, chest colds, typhoid fever, bacterial infections, diarrhea, bronchitis, liver disorders and cough. The bitter kola seeds can be chewed raw or blended and mixed with other ingredients for treatment.
Researchers agree that chewing at least one bitter kola in everyday can help in treating knee osteoarthritis, low libido, erectile dysfunction, low sperm count and arthritis. The bitter kola leaves can be prepared for treating stomach ache and pains.
4). Ebola cure Considering the recent ebola outbreak in West Africa, the claim has been made that bitter kola can be used for curing the Ebola virus infections. Due to the antimicrobial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties of Garcinia kola, it is used in the African countries for fighting viral infectious Ebola virus. This claim, however, has not been scientifically proven and verified.
5). Throat clearing Bitter kola seeds can be chewed to clear a sore throat and throat hoarseness. Bitter kola clears the throat by boosting mucus production along the vocal tube lining, which helps to soften the dry throat.
6). Anti-oxidant Bitter kola is antioxidant in nature thus can be used for detoxifying the gall bladder, liver, and body system. Also due to its high antioxidant content, bitter kola is capable of dilating the alveolar ducts and sacs in the lungs thus clearing the chest from colds and congestion.
7). Glaucoma and Eye Pressure Researchers agree that chewing bitter kola helps to reduce the eye pressure. Glaucoma is caused as a result of the increase in eye pressure, which if left untreated can lead to blindness. Studies have reported that eye drops containing at least 0.5% of bitter kola extract are very effective in reducing eye pressure if used at least twice a day.
8). Increased sexual performance Bitter kola is capable of increasing sex drive and boosting sexual performance in men with low libido. Chewing at least 2 seeds of bitter kola few minutes before sexual intercourse helps to boost sex drive.
9). Body Weight Management
Regular intake of bitter kola is capable of fighting excess body fat, reducing body weight as well as maintaining healthy body weight. Garcinia Kola is a natural hunger suppressant and its intake boosts the urge to drink more water.
10). Beer Production
Bitter kola is used as a hop substitute while brewing lager beer for preventing beer spoilage.
DISADVANTAGES
1). what are side effects of bitter kola? It can lead to mouth cancer. Nott all people know that chewing kola nuts can lead to developing cancer of the mouth or gastrointestinal cancer.
2). Too much caffeine can cause death. As you know the excessive amount of caffeine leads to death. Thus, eating too much kola nuts can be dangerous. So, one should be very careful with the doses he/she chooses.
3). It can damage the heart. Again, the caffeine which can be found in the bitter kola nuts can lead to severe heart issues. So, people with the cardio problem should keep this side effect of eating bitter kola in mind all the time.
4). It can lead to glaucoma. Even though when in moderation, these nuts can prevent glaucoma, they can also develop it when eaten in an excessive amount. So, one has to be very careful with these nuts. It is not good for people with diabetes. Individuals who suffer from diabetes state that when too much caffeine gets into their body, it starts behaving in a different way. Thus, the sugar is not digested as usually. So, the problems can lead to incorrect sugar levels in one’s body which is not good for diabetes.
5). It can worsen diarrhea. When eaten in excessive amounts these nuts can worsen one’s diarrhea and turn into a real problem. So, be careful with it and don’t underestimate the possible disaster which can come out of it.
6). It slows blood clotting. When eaten in excessive amounts, kola nuts can lead to another trouble: the blood clotting will be worse than ever. Therefore, if you had bleedings, these nuts can worsen them and make them bigger than ever.
7). It can cause anxiety. People who had problems with the level of stress they experience as well as with the anxiety attacks should stay away from these nuts, as it can make everything even worse given the number of components which promote such an effect.
8). It’s not healthy to have it after surgeries. Since these nuts can worsen blood clotting processes, people who underwent some surgeries or other operations should stay away from bitter kola nuts not to add up such of their side effects to the general health conditions. So, as you see, this nut can be a real treasure to all of you for many reasons. It can help you lose weight or improve respiratory functions. However, you should better consult your doctor first to make sure that you can have it as well as in what amount having it is okay.
Garcinia kola is available in large quantity in West Africa and it is classified as a powerful antibiotic that is essential for treating certain ailments. Garcinia Kola otherwise known as aku inu by the Ibo part of Nigeria is used immensely for preparing herbal drugs.
Different tribes in Nigeria has different names for bitter kola such as; Ibo (Igbo) call it aku-ilu or ugolo, the Isekiri call it okain, Efik call it efiari or edun, Yoruba call bitter kola orogbo, Hausa call it cida goro, Bokyi call it oje, Ejagham-Ekin call it efrie, Ibibio call it efiat while the Idoma call it igoligo.
Benefit of Bitter Kola
1). Anti-Poison
Garcinia kola is anti-poisonous in nature, being that it helps in the prevention of bacterial infection caused as a result of food poisoning. The bark and seed of Garcinia kola when eaten together helps in the detoxification of the human system especially in the cases of food poisoning.
It is recommendable to chew bitter kola immediately after eating on suspicion of consuming contaminated food. Certain parts of the African countries have the belief that chewing and holding bitter Kola helps to drive away evil people and spirits.
2). Life Prolongation Certain African cultures hold the belief that chewing bitter kola helps to prolong life and this claim is supported by some researchers who attest that Garcinia kola is made up of chemical compounds that assist in breaking down glycogen present in the liver, which results in life longevity.
3). Traditional medicine
Bitter kola is an anti-parasitic, antimicrobial and purgative in nature hence the seeds can be used for treating colic, tuberculosis, throat infections, chest colds, typhoid fever, bacterial infections, diarrhea, bronchitis, liver disorders and cough. The bitter kola seeds can be chewed raw or blended and mixed with other ingredients for treatment.
Researchers agree that chewing at least one bitter kola in everyday can help in treating knee osteoarthritis, low libido, erectile dysfunction, low sperm count and arthritis. The bitter kola leaves can be prepared for treating stomach ache and pains.
4). Ebola cure Considering the recent ebola outbreak in West Africa, the claim has been made that bitter kola can be used for curing the Ebola virus infections. Due to the antimicrobial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties of Garcinia kola, it is used in the African countries for fighting viral infectious Ebola virus. This claim, however, has not been scientifically proven and verified.
5). Throat clearing Bitter kola seeds can be chewed to clear a sore throat and throat hoarseness. Bitter kola clears the throat by boosting mucus production along the vocal tube lining, which helps to soften the dry throat.
6). Anti-oxidant Bitter kola is antioxidant in nature thus can be used for detoxifying the gall bladder, liver, and body system. Also due to its high antioxidant content, bitter kola is capable of dilating the alveolar ducts and sacs in the lungs thus clearing the chest from colds and congestion.
7). Glaucoma and Eye Pressure Researchers agree that chewing bitter kola helps to reduce the eye pressure. Glaucoma is caused as a result of the increase in eye pressure, which if left untreated can lead to blindness. Studies have reported that eye drops containing at least 0.5% of bitter kola extract are very effective in reducing eye pressure if used at least twice a day.
8). Increased sexual performance Bitter kola is capable of increasing sex drive and boosting sexual performance in men with low libido. Chewing at least 2 seeds of bitter kola few minutes before sexual intercourse helps to boost sex drive.
9). Body Weight Management
Regular intake of bitter kola is capable of fighting excess body fat, reducing body weight as well as maintaining healthy body weight. Garcinia Kola is a natural hunger suppressant and its intake boosts the urge to drink more water.
10). Beer Production
Bitter kola is used as a hop substitute while brewing lager beer for preventing beer spoilage.
DISADVANTAGES
1). what are side effects of bitter kola? It can lead to mouth cancer. Nott all people know that chewing kola nuts can lead to developing cancer of the mouth or gastrointestinal cancer.
2). Too much caffeine can cause death. As you know the excessive amount of caffeine leads to death. Thus, eating too much kola nuts can be dangerous. So, one should be very careful with the doses he/she chooses.
3). It can damage the heart. Again, the caffeine which can be found in the bitter kola nuts can lead to severe heart issues. So, people with the cardio problem should keep this side effect of eating bitter kola in mind all the time.
4). It can lead to glaucoma. Even though when in moderation, these nuts can prevent glaucoma, they can also develop it when eaten in an excessive amount. So, one has to be very careful with these nuts. It is not good for people with diabetes. Individuals who suffer from diabetes state that when too much caffeine gets into their body, it starts behaving in a different way. Thus, the sugar is not digested as usually. So, the problems can lead to incorrect sugar levels in one’s body which is not good for diabetes.
5). It can worsen diarrhea. When eaten in excessive amounts these nuts can worsen one’s diarrhea and turn into a real problem. So, be careful with it and don’t underestimate the possible disaster which can come out of it.
6). It slows blood clotting. When eaten in excessive amounts, kola nuts can lead to another trouble: the blood clotting will be worse than ever. Therefore, if you had bleedings, these nuts can worsen them and make them bigger than ever.
7). It can cause anxiety. People who had problems with the level of stress they experience as well as with the anxiety attacks should stay away from these nuts, as it can make everything even worse given the number of components which promote such an effect.
8). It’s not healthy to have it after surgeries. Since these nuts can worsen blood clotting processes, people who underwent some surgeries or other operations should stay away from bitter kola nuts not to add up such of their side effects to the general health conditions. So, as you see, this nut can be a real treasure to all of you for many reasons. It can help you lose weight or improve respiratory functions. However, you should better consult your doctor first to make sure that you can have it as well as in what amount having it is okay.
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