Benefits
of Kola Nut, here are some simple facts that one need to know about Kola Nut,
Do you know that Kola Nut can be use as : Energy and Bronchodilator, Appetite
suppression and weight loss, Aids in
digestion, Reduce high blood pressure.
The Kola nut is an indigenous African plant that
was used in carbonated sodas. Nowadays, it is primarily used as a nutritional supplement in
energy formulas and weight loss. However it is advisable to take necessary
precautions to avoid adverse side
effects from overuse, and problems that may arise from pre-existing medical conditions.
Here are the common benefits of kola nuts.
Energy
and Bronchodilator
According to recent studies, kola nut is a great
source of caffeine, theophylline and theobromine. Theophylliine has been known
to help relax muscles and also dilates bronchioles in patients who suffer from
bronchitis and asthma. On the other hand, theobromine dilates blood vessels and
reduces blood pressure as well. In addition to lowering blood pressure in the
lungs, stimulants and caffeine in Kola nuts also provide energy to people
suffering from tiredness and chronic fatigue.
Appetite
suppression and weight loss
Kola nut contain caffeine that suppresses
appetite, help in weight loss and digestion, and has been popularly used to
treat constant migraine headaches.
Further, kola nut aids to increase metabolism, and provide extra energy needed
to recover from strenuous exercises, therefore can be used is a weight-loss
regimen.
Aids in digestion
Scientific studies indicate that kola nut greatly
increases the levels of gastric acid, which promotes healthy digestion. On the
other hand, kola nut can also be used as a therapy to treat nervous diarrhoea.
According to a holistic article online, some African cultures are believed to chew kola nut
regularly before meals to help indigestion.
Reduce
high blood pressure
Kola can help reduce high blood pressure and
fight against various toxins. In addition, it is also used as an effective
remedy for rheumatism, venereal diseases, urinary tract infections, hepatitis
and congestive heart failure.
Apart from having numerous health benefits, kola
nuts have their share of shortcomings as well. Some products contain excessive
kola which may have adverse side effects when taken regularly.
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