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12 Benefits Of Pumpkin Leaves(ugwu) by Ibiyomee(f): 6:05pm On May 02, 2015 |
Fluted pumpkin (Ugwu)is one of the commonly consumed dark green leafy vegetables in Nigeria and many of us in Nigeria have been eating Ugwu without really realising the benefits. This type of dark green leafy vegetable is so versatile and can be recognised as a panacea to cure some of our hunger as well as illness if only we can look deep into its benefits. While many people prefer to cook it as a vegetable with all the condiments that help wet the appetite, some just boil and eat it plain like that or blend it into a shake. What ever the case may be, there are guaranteed level of various nutrients with any style. See the following health benefits of Ugwu: 1. Contains a healthy amount of vitamins. 2. Prevention of convulsion- the young leaves are sliced and mixed with salt and coconut water and then stored in a bottle for treatment of convulsion. 3. Lowers cholesterol- leaves have hypolipdemic effect and may be a useful therapy in hypercholestolemia. 4. Boosts fertility- a study shows that ugwu has the ability to regenerate testicular damage and increase spermatogenesis. 5. Protects the liver. 6. It has antibacterial effect. 7. Rich in iron and can be used to cure anaemia. 8. Can be used by nursing mothers to lactate properly. 9. Is good for diabetics as it has sugar reducing effects. 10. Increases blood volume. 11. Boosts immune system. 12. Has high protein content. citypeoplenews.com/12-benefits-of-pumpkin-leavesugwu-3/
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Re: 12 Benefits Of Pumpkin Leaves(ugwu) by kolomax(m): 6:06pm On May 02, 2015 |
Nice one OP |
Re: 12 Benefits Of Pumpkin Leaves(ugwu) by yomi007k(m): 6:06pm On May 02, 2015 |
No be lie |
Re: 12 Benefits Of Pumpkin Leaves(ugwu) by kadas01(m): 6:11pm On May 02, 2015 |
Nice one Op! Na very correct leave ![]() |
Re: 12 Benefits Of Pumpkin Leaves(ugwu) by Nobody: 6:12pm On May 02, 2015 |
Ugwu sounds like Ukwu, nice wrk though. |
Re: 12 Benefits Of Pumpkin Leaves(ugwu) by Joshuadon: 9:24pm On May 02, 2015 |
Especially when the liquid is mixed with milk ![]() |
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