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    Garcinia Kola( Bitter Kola) : 12 Health Benefits+ Side Effects

    Reviewed by Dr.Gopi Krishna Maddikera ON 17th Sep, 2018

    Garcinia Kola( Bitter Kola) : 12 Health Benefits+ Side Effects
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    Garcinia is also known as Bitter cola has innumerable health benefits. It is known to cure cold and fever, arthritis, treat malaria, prevents glaucoma, boost immunity, prevents cancer and many more.

    It is an originant of western and central Africa. Garcinia kola belongs to the species of a tropical flowering plant. It produces brown, nut-like seeds, similar looking to kidney beans.

    This particular plant has proved to be a blessing for the inhabitants of Africa for its healing properties. Now, it’s reaching out to the world for its intrinsic properties to cure the human body in various ways.

    Table of Contents

    • Health Benefits Of Bitter Kola
      • 1. Cold And Fever Remedy
      • 2. Arthritis
      • 3. Healthy Lungs
      • 4. Treating Malaria
      • 5. Prevention From Glaucoma
      • 6. Impotence Or Male Fertility
      • 7. Weight Loss
      • 8. Immunity
      • 9. Diabetes
      • 10. Anti-Poison
      • 11. Life Prolongation
      • 12. Anti-Cancerous
    • Side Effects Of Bitter Kola
    • What Parts Can Be Eaten, Bitter Kola Plant?
      • 1. Seeds
      • 2. Stem Bark
      • 3. Latex Or Gum
      • 4. Sap
    • Nutrient Content
      • 1. Protein
      • 2. Carbohydrate
      • 3. VitaminB1
      • 4. Vitamin C
      • 5. Vitamin E
      • 6. Sodium And Potassium
    • Final Talk

    Health Benefits Of Bitter Kola

    1. Cold And Fever Remedy

    Garcinia kola is effective in soothing fever, sore throat, congestions and symptoms of cold and cough.1

    The anti-bacterial properties of the plant help in relieving the symptoms and prevents worsening of such general but irksome problems.

    2. Arthritis

    For potential relief in osteoarthritis, bitter kola is an excellent disease modifier. It helps in the reduction of inflammation, pain, and immovable joints.

    The root cause of your arthritis and displeasing pain may be a joint injury, obesity, aging or it may be hereditary.Thus, the consumption of this miraculous plant can help cover all these problems and cure it, from the root.

    3. Healthy Lungs

    Lungs, the internal organ carry one of the most critical functions of the body.2 It helps us to breathe.

    The considerate amount of regular consumption of the seed helps in strengthening the fibers and the lung tissue, stabilizing any counter effects.

    It further assists in maintaining a good respiratory track and treats chest colds. It has a favorably high antioxidant content for a healthy body. So, if you are a smoker or even a passive smoker, definitely this is the ‘root cure’.

    4. Treating Malaria

    Garcinia kola has anti-malarial properties.3 Kolaviron is an anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory phytochemicals.

    Kolaviron is a major constituent of garcinia seed which helps in treating malaria. No wonder, the traditional healers suggest this for an easy and free cure, straight from the mother nature.

    5. Prevention From Glaucoma

    An increase in eye pressure leads to glaucoma. In this era, where gadgets and work have overpowered our lives, the chances of developing glaucoma are extremely high.4

    Eyes speak your mind and also your health and caring for the eye is of utmost importance. So, by consuming gracinia kola you can stay away from common eye issues.

    6. Impotence Or Male Fertility

    Garcinia kola plant sometimes cures impotency by boosting up a man’s performance.5

    This new study might just strike your luck at the best economical price without any public interference or any knowing!

    7. Weight Loss

    This undying problem of gaining weight can be solved in an easy way. Bitter kola has been known as a natural hunger suppressant, thereby, increasing the urge to drink water.

    8. Immunity

    This African plant is a natural immunity booster against various deadly viruses like HIV, AIDS, ebola and flu. It has loads of antioxidants that fight well against microorganisms causing illness.

    Nature has its own natural medicines to treat diseases and infections which science hasn’t developed yet.

    9. Diabetes

    The wonderful properties of bitter kola treat diabetes naturally on regular and considerate consumption.6Garcinia-IHP is beneficial as a diabetics supplement.

    10. Anti-Poison

    The bark and the seed when eaten together helps in detoxification of the human body during food poisoning. Saponin found in bitter kola is used as a liver tonic, assisting in the gallbladder functions because of its cleansing properties.

    11. Life Prolongation

    Certain African cultures and scientific studies believe that bitter kola breaks down glycogen in the liver, prolonging life.

    12. Anti-Cancerous

    Bitter kola can be used in treating breast cancer as it has an anti-cancerous effect. Nature has a cure for something incurable as well.

    Side Effects Of Bitter Kola

    There are no definite side effects of having this naturally occurring blissful plant. But, anything in excess or wrong proportion may show its evil side.

    On certain occasions, the consumption of bitter kola is found to have some side effects :

    • Nausea and upset stomach
    • Increased weight loss in excess consumption
    • Extended sleep
    • Increase in sex drive
    • Irregular heartbeat

    Certain bodies might just prove allergic to the plant and develop certain reactions. In such cases, it is advisable to consult a doctor and stop use. Now we know that bitter kola is not actually bitter and has a sweet side which is healthy for us.

    What Parts Can Be Eaten, Bitter Kola Plant?

    1. Seeds

    Used as an aphrodisiac and to serve as a raw material for pharmaceutical industries. The seeds relieve of chest colds, colic disorders, and cure aches. It is also used in the treatment of hepatitis and cirrhosis.

    2. Stem Bark

    Stem bark is a purgative and powdered form of the bark. It is applied to malignant tumors.

    3. Latex Or Gum

    The latex is used against gonorrhea and applied on fresh wounds to heal it.

    4. Sap

    The sap of the bitter kola plant is anti-parasitic and used in curing skin diseases.

    Nutrient Content

    The nutrient value of Garcinia Kola is wide. Let’s know about it.

    1. Protein

    Crude protein is essential for the survival of human beings and animals. Bitter kola has 11.27% of protein content in it. Along with the other protein-rich foods in your diet, consume this as well for a good enhancer.

    2. Carbohydrate

    Carbohydrate is a biological molecule and an important source of energy. It works with other elements in strengthening your nerve tissue. This important element forms 70% of the nutrition in bitter kola.

    3. VitaminB1

    Vitamin B1  involves itself in all the metabolism activities and is vital for a healthy body. This makes bitter kola more nutritious in the nutrient quotient.

    4. Vitamin C

    This vitamin C is one of the essential vitamins. It is needed for the functioning of cells, bones, teeth, for boosting the immune system and absorption of iron in the body. Bitter kola is rich in Vitamin C, making life much easy and healthy.

    5. Vitamin E

    Tocopherol or vitamin E helps in physiological functions. It also helps in oxidation of unsaturated fatty acids and maintaining healthy cells.

    6. Sodium And Potassium

    The combination of Sodium and Potassium maintains osmotic balance of body fluid and Ph. It regulates muscles and helps in intolerance of light. This is present in Garcinia Kola, which results in solving half of your skin problems.

    Final Talk

    Gracinia kola is a healthy remedy to almost all the chronic diseases. If you suffer from any health issue like weak immunity, obesity, diabetes, etc. you can always have it to cure your condition from the root cause.

    Additionally, if your health is all fine then also you can have gracinia kola for a secured future well-being.

    References   [ + ]

    1.↑Akintonwa A, Essien AR. Protective affects of Garcinia kola seed extract against paracetamol-induced hepatotoxicity in rats. J Ethnopharmacol. 1990;29:207–11.
    2.↑Orie NN, Ekon EU. The bronchodilator effect of Garcinia kola. East Afr Med J. 1993;70:143–5.
    3.↑28. Kolade YT, Babalola CP, Olaniyi AA, Scriba GK. Effect of kolanut on the pharmacokinetics of the antimalarial drug halofantrine. Eur J Clin Pharmacol. 2008;64:77–81.
    4.↑Bernice O. Adegbehingbe, Adebayo K. Adefule, Olayinka O. Adegbehingbe, Elsie Samaila, and Kehinde Oladigbolu. Efficacy of Garcinia kola 0.5% Aqueous Eye Drops in Patients with Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma or Ocular Hypertension.2010 Jan-Mar; 17(1): 88–93.
    5.↑Drewes S E, George J, Khan F. Recent findings on natural products with erectile-dysfunction activity. Phytochemistry. 2003;62:1019–1025
    6.↑Iwu MM, Igboko OA, Okunji CO, Tempesta MS. Antidiabetic and aldose reductase activities of flavanones of Garcinia kola. J Pharm Pharmacol. 1990;42:290–2.
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