Bitter leaf

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Bitter leaf As the name implies, bitter leaf is a bitter herb/plant that it extracts, barks, and stems are used for culinary, and medical purposes. The leaf which is scientifically known as Vermonia Amygadalina, according to medical practitioners, has quite a number of benefits people should take advantage of. Also known as onugbo by the Igbos, , shawaka by the Hausas, and ewuro by the Yorubas, the indegineous African species can be found growing wide along the edges of the agriculture field. Interestingly, this leaf can grow and flourish anywhere, under any temperature. Medical researchers have proven bitterleaf to contain medicinal properties, which ranges from antimicrobial to decorative. More so, the herb contains the following nutrients: Proteins Fiber Carbohydrates Ascorbic acid Carotenoid Calcium Iron Phosphorus Potassium Sulphur Sodium Manganese Copper Zinc Magnesium Selenium It is pertinent to note that the aforementioned medical values can be of great benefit to people of different ailments, when cooked for consumption or when juice is made out of it for drinking.