BITTER KOLA/GARCINIA KOLA is a tropical flowering plant found in western and central Africa, which produces large, orange fruits and brown, nut-like seeds embedded in an orange-colored pulp.
The seed plays a very important role in African ethno-medicine, in the treatment of coughs, colds, hoarseness of voice, liver diseases, and as aphrodisiac.
Garcinia kola is used as a substitute for hops in brewing lager beer, and in preventing beer spoilage.
The seeds have been formulated into tablets and are also used in many herbal preparations, either singly or in combination with other plants. Hepa-Vital Tea, a blend of G. kola and Combretum micranttum, and Hangover Tonic, comprising kolaviron and Cola nitida, are manufactured and marketed as phytomedicines.
The constituents isolated from the seed include xanthones, benzophenones, and kolaviron.
The hepatoprotective properties of the seed have been associated with the isolated bioflavonoid complex kolaviron.
Cola acuminata, is an evergreen tree of the family Malvaceae, native to tropical Africa; while Cola nitida belongs to the family Sterculiaceae. They are native to the rainforests of tropical West Africa and common names are kola nut (both) or bitter kola (Cola nitida).
Cola is a genus of trees native to the tropical forests of Africa, classified in the family Malvaceae, subfamily Sterculioideae. Species in this genus are sometimes referred to as kola tree or kola nut for the caffeine-containing fruit produced by the trees that is often used as a flavoring ingredient in beverages.
The ginger powder is the Creamy Yellow coloured powder extracted and grounded from the dried ginger rhizome. It possesses an intense aroma and a sharp, spicy flavour resembling the natural ginger taste profile. The free-flowing flavouring powder is an easy addition to instant food products with zero spoilage.
The ginger powder is the Creamy Yellow coloured powder extracted and grounded from the dried ginger rhizome. It possesses an intense aroma and a sharp, spicy flavour resembling the natural ginger taste profile. The free-flowing flavouring powder is an easy addition to instant food products with zero spoilage.
Ground Pepper is the dried unripe fruit grown in the plant called piper nigrum. It's pungent smell, peppery/hot taste and health friendly properties make pepper a favorite spice all over the world and it is commonly used in all cuisines.
Ground Pepper is the dried unripe fruit grown in the plant called piper nigrum. It's pungent smell, peppery/hot taste and health friendly properties make pepper a favorite spice all over the world and it is commonly used in all cuisines.
Description. The dry red chili pepper is one spice or condiment you are sure to find in every Nigerian kitchen. Rich in vitamins A, B and C: some of these vitamins contribute to wound healing process, energy metabolism and immune function.
Turmeric is a common spice that comes from the root of Curcuma longa. It contains a chemical called curcumin, which might reduce swelling. Turmeric has a warm, bitter taste and is frequently used to flavor or color curry powders, mustards, butters, and cheeses.
Turmeric is a common spice that comes from the root of Curcuma longa. It contains a chemical called curcumin, which might reduce swelling. Turmeric has a warm, bitter taste and is frequently used to flavor or color curry powders, mustards, butters, and cheeses.
