THE
AFRICAN BITTER LEAF
The efficacy of African bitter leaf,
surely, is not as popular as some other medicinal plants. But the African
bitter leaf has made the world of herbal medicine rise up, with a wide range of
research. One of the countries that developed the research on the efficacy of
African bitter leaf is China.
This notwithstanding, Africans
themselves have used their dearest domestic, hedge plant for donkey centuries.
Africa has enjoyed the numerous health benefits of bitter leaf and we are very grateful
to it.
Various medical and herbal medicines use
African bitter leaves to treat various diseases. And, eventually, the
researchers acknowledge that the African bitter leaf is very beneficial for
health.
Characteristics
of African Bitter Leaf
The way to breed this tree is by the
process of stem cuttings. So, you just need to plant stems that have branches
and can grow fertile.
The leaves are generally broad with a
rather rough surface, and shiny. If the weather supports the process of
formation of the flowers, then small white flowers will appear. The trunk of
the tree can grow high quickly and the leaves are dense.
Part
of the tree that can be exploited for health purposes
are the leaves and the roots.
are the leaves and the roots.
Benefits of African Bitter
Leaf
The Bitter Leaf has become one of the
leaves that can be used in the herbal treatment of various types of diseases.
In addition, the bitter leaf also contains a variety of good nutrients for the
body such as phenolic acids, fatty acids, vitamins, essential acids, specialty
oils, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents and various mineral sources. So
the bitter Leaf can also make the body become healthier and protected from
various types of diseases.
1.
Prevention of Cancer
The bitter leaf contains various
antioxidant compounds that contribute to warding off free radicals. Various
healthy cells destroyers can enter the human body through various ways such as
food substances, pollutants or bad lifestyle.
This can increase the growth of
cancer cells that cannot be detected easily because it usually does not cause
pain at the beginning of the symptoms. As a precaution, you can process fresh
the bitter leaves into tea. Boil fresh leaves with three glasses of water, let
it boil and reserve up to 1 cup. Drink the boiled liquid bitter after it has
cooled down.
2.
Prevents Heart Disease
Heart disease is caused by the
inability of the heart to process and regulate the heart pump that moves blood
throughout the body. A decoction of the dry leaves increases the preventive
properties greatly.
3.
Lowers Cholesterol
Cholesterol has become one of the
substances that are harmful to the body, especially bad cholesterol derived
from animal fats, saturated fat.
Cholesterol also triggers various other types of diseases such as heart disease,
stroke, diabetes, and kidney failure. If you have a high enough cholesterol
level then you can use the decoction of dried African bitter leaves. You can
add honey or orange juice to reduce the bitterness.
4.
Reduce Stroke Risk
Stroke is the effect of sudden
electrical attack on the central nervous system leading to paralyses of all or
part of the motor system. This may lead to partial or complete dislocation of
the psycho-motor system. In the event the person becomes demobilized.
African
bitter leaves contain special compounds that can prevent stroke by helping the
body’s metabolic system, reduce the risk of high blood pressure, and eliminate
the fat content in the blood vessels.
5.
Regulate Blood Sugar Levels
Blood sugar level is normally
regulated by insulin which is produced naturally by the pancreas. But some
people may have problems with blood sugar levels because of insulin resistance.
If this happens, then the body does not have the ability to produce insulin so
that blood sugar levels can be very high. Regular intake of tea from the decoction of fresh African
bitter leaves for 2 times a day is very effective in lowering blood sugar
levels and as well stabilize it.
6.
Set Blood Pressure System
The bitter African leaf has
properties that lowers high blood pressure and make blood pressure stable. To
perform this treatment it is advisable to consume the boiled water of fresh
African bitter leaves.
7.
Treatment of Malaria
Boil a handful of dried African
bitter leaves with 5 glasses of water. Allow to boil until about a glass of the
water remains in the pot. Strain, then drink. If it’s too bitter you can add honey.
8.
Management of Indigestion
Some types of digestive disorders that can be
treated with African Bitter leaves are constipation, bloating, and diarrhea.
Simply boil dried African bitter leaves to tea. For the treatment of digestive
problems do not add honey or flavor for more powerful effects.
9.
Overcoming Abdominal Pains
For stomach problems use fresh
African bitter leaves as an herb. Drink boiled water of African bitter leaves
when still warm so that the stomach feels more comfortable.
10.
Detoxification Procedures
The process of detoxification is very
important for the body. This process is done to remove toxins that exist in the
body. Toxins can cause various types of diseases such as heart disease,
diabetes, cancer, tumors, and other diseases. For detoxification process take
the tea from fresh African bitter leaves as much as one glass every day.
11.
Weight Regulation
Overweight is usually caused mainly
by fat accumulation in the body and metabolic system disorders. As a result,
the body will have heavy and unhealthy fat deposits. To help you lose weight you can use water from
a dried African bitter leaf. Drink this tea on a regular basis, reduce the consumption of animal fat and exercise
regularly. In this way, you can lose weight quickly.
12.
Sleep More Comfortably
Many people cannot sleep soundly and
this leads to insomnia. This disorder will send bad signals to the brain so the
body cannot sleep well. To overcome this problem you can make tea from dried
African bitter leaves. Drink one glass of dried African leaf tea before bed.
The compound content of African leaves can help regulate the brain and motor
system in order for the body to rest well.
13.
Overcoming Urinary Disorders
This disorder can make a person to
have difficulty to urinate. This disease attacks many elderly people. To
overcome this problem please consume one glass of liquid from fresh African
bitter leaf. However, if the complaint is reduced you kindly stop treatment.
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