Bitter Cola -1kg

Bitter Kola is the seed of a tropical tree, Garcinia kola, native to West and Central Africa, known for its sharp bitter taste that sweetens as it's chewed. The seeds, wood, and other parts of the plant are valued in traditional medicine for a wide range of uses, including as a stimulant, an antimicrobial agent, for liver support, and as an aphrodisiac. It contains beneficial compounds like flavonoids and antioxidants, which may offer anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

Botanical Characteristics 

Plant Type: A medium-sized, evergreen, well-branched tree.

Habitat: Found in the humid lowland tropical rainforests of West and Central Africa.

Fruit and Seeds: The tree produces large, orange fruits containing nut-like, brown seeds embedded in an orange pulp.

Leaves: Broad, leathery, and elongated.

The Seed (Bitter Kola Nut)

Taste: Has a sharp, bitter initial taste that becomes slightly sweet with chewing. 

Size: Smaller than other types of kola nuts. 

Usage: Eaten raw, chewed as a masticatory agent, or processed into powder and used in drinks or traditional remedies. 

Traditional Uses and Benefits

Stimulant:

The caffeine content provides a stimulating effect, improving mood and alertness. 

Medicinal Properties:

Digestive and Liver Health: Used to treat gastric and liver disorders. 

Antimicrobial/Antiparasitic: May help combat bacterial and viral infections, including throat infections and malaria. 

Antioxidant: Contains compounds that neutralize free radicals, supporting immune health and brain function. 

Aphrodisiac: Traditionally used for its potential aphrodisiac properties. 

Other Ailments: Used for ailments like fever, colds, and bronchitis. 

Chemical Composition 

Contains beneficial compounds such as:

Flavonoids

Tannins

Cardiac glycosides

Steroids

Antioxidants