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Kola as an Aphrodisiac, Fruit of Commerce and CultureKola is the seed of tropical african evergreen tree. It is an important export crop, used for flavoring soda. It is used locally as a stimulant, hunger stopper and aphrodisiac -
The Potentials of "Monkey Bread" for Human Food and MedicineBaobab is a huge tree, with equally enormous potentials. The fruit, commonly called Monkey Bread, produces a pulp from which refreshing drinks and medicine is made.
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Food and Medicinal Uses of PapayaPapaya is a tropical or sub-tropical plant with delicious fruits. Papain, a proteolytic enzyme is secreted in the latex. The fruits and leaves have well-known medicinal values.
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Herbal Remedies: To Use or Not to UseHerbs have served as medicine for humans from time immemorial. They are being rediscovered today because nature has a lot in store for a variety of human ailments; both known and yet to be known.
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Cocoa: The Source of ChocolateVarious forms of chocolate are obtained from the seeds of Cocoa. The seeds are extracted from the cocoa 'pods' and fermented in their own pulp. Aroma develops from the fermentation process. The dried, fermented seeds are processed to chocolate. -
Garlic: The Herbal Magic Bullet?Garlic is a well known food seasoning agent and a potent herbal remedy. Its active antimicrobial content is allicin, which is formed when it is crushed. The ability of garlic to kill many disease causing microbes is well known.
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African Palm Wine - a Different Type of WinePalm wine is a refreshing and healthy drink which contains vitamins, sugars and probiotic bacteria. It has a strong cultural significance among Africans, especially West Africans.
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Lemon Grass, Its Uses and PropagationLemon grass is still an underutilized plant the world over. Its uses as an ornamental and medicinal plant are well known. This article describes its uses and propagation.