Increased Fertility And Other Health Benefits Of Bitter Leaf

Bitter leaf is a bitter herb/plant and it’s extracts, barks, and stems are used for culinary, and medical purposes.

The leaf which is scientifically known as Vermonia Amygadalina, grows in most parts of sub-Saharan Africa, and plant is well regarded in traditional medicinal practice.

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Bitter leaf has been used as a treatment for many ailments from malaria, typhoid, diabetes, diarrhea, tuberculosis, gallstones and kidney disease, to the prevention of cancer and lowering of hypertension. The leaf has also been proven to possess antibacterial and antifungal properties.

1. It helps relieve stomach aches

This plant is a well known traditional remedy for stomach aches. A study in the Toxicology Reports journal has also shown that the plant may provide some protection from stomach ulcers. It is thought that the antioxidants in bitter leaf contribute to these positive gastric effects.

2. It may help protect against prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is a relatively common cancer especially amongst older men. While following the treatments prescribed by a medical professional are essential for successful treatment of prostate cancer, this leaf has shown promise in the prevention of the disease by a study in the Nutrients journal . The same research also noted that the plant may improve survival rates as well.

It is thought that the high levels of vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals such as flavonoids contribute to the preventative qualities of bitter leaf in regards to prostate cancer.

3. Bitter leaf helps relieve insomnia

While some people fall asleep as soon as they hit the pillow, not being able to sleep is an issue for many. Insomnia can range from an occasional inconvenience to a debilitating condition. This plant has traditionally been used to help with insomnia.

Drinking this plant’s solution at night, before bed is thought to bring on a calmness and relaxation that aids sleep.

4. The plant may enhance fertility

A study in the International Journal of Reproductive Biomedicine has shown that the plant may have a positive effect on sperm quality. All in all, the generally high levels of vitamins and minerals in bitter leaf are beneficial to overall health, so will be beneficial to a couple trying to conceive.

5. It helps relieve fever

Bitter leaf contains flavonoids, which have powerful antioxidant effects, and can help with treating a variety of health issues such as a high fever. In particular, bitter leaf was historically used in traditional medicine for the treatment of the bacterial infection typhoid fever.

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