5 HEALTH BENEFITS OF BITTER LEAF

Most african homes have Bitter leaf tree planted at heir backyard and used mosly for preparing many dishes and delicacies. Part of preparing these including washing the bitterleaves about 4-5 times in attempt to reduce the bitterness. However because of its bitterness, bitterleaf is packed with a lot of medicinal importance and health benefits.

1. HELP IN CLEARING FEVER

Bitterleaf helps in treating various health problems such as fever and this is because it contains flavonoids which has a strong antioxidant. All you haVe to do is take a glass of bitterleaf juice and then allow all the elements contained within like andrographolide, diterpene, glucosides and even lactones to treat your malaria symtoms.

2. HELP IN REDUCING THE RISK OF DIABETES

Chewing just one fresh leaf of bitterleaf has the ability to reduce the risk of diabetes and this is because it contains andrographolide which helps in reducing the sugar in the blood stream. Again bitterleaf contains a fair amount of potassium which is very good for hypertension patients as well.

3. HELP IN PREVENTING THE RISK OF CANCER

Chewing just one fresh leaf of bitterleaf has the ability to prevent risk of cancer such as gastric cancer and prostate cancer. Studies have shown that the Andrographolide in bitterleaf serves as very powerful cancer agent and have proven to be very effective in preventing lung tumor, trophoblastic tumor and even hydatidiform mole.

4. HELP IN TREATING STOMACH PAIN

Bitterleaf is a good natural remedy to stomach related problems like from common stomach upset,dysentery and down to diarrhea. All you need to do is extract the bitterleaf juice by squeezing some its fresh juice into a cup and take about one glass before bed. It also takes care of intestinal problems and stomach cramps.

5. HELP BODY METABOLISM

Bitterleaf helps in body metabolism due to the fact that it contains thiamine which is a very essential dietary supplement. It does this by generating synthesis of lipids which aid oxidize fatty acids in the body. By body metabolism, i mean the process by which the body breaks down food elements into energy and nutrients contained in the food.

These are the health benefits of bitterleaf, however you should always consult your doctor before commensing on any form of treatment. This post is meant to make you concious of these benefits and bring to your notice the value of bitterleaf.

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