Mr Adewale Samson, a food scientist, says jute leaves locally known
as “ewedu” is suitable to stabilise blood pressure, to lower cholesterol
and other diseases affecting humans.
Soup made of jute leaves “ewedu” |
Samson, who is also a farmer, said that ewedu vegetable, often prepared by the Yoruba
ethnic group was highly beneficial to the body.
“Jute leave is a green leafy edible vegetable known for its slimy
appearance when cooked and is rich in minerals, vitamins, proteins,
phosphorus, fat and antioxidants.
“It also contains iron, calcium, sodium, potassium, fibers, Vitamins
A, C and E, riboflavin, niacin and folate. It is perfectly healthy and
safe for pregnant women and nursing mothers to consume,” he said.
The food scientist said that ewedu was packed with nutrients the body
could not produce, known by different names in different ethnic groups
in Nigeria was also popular among the West Africans.
According to him, Omega 3 content in ewedu is useful in maintaining good level of blood pressure when consumed.
“Disorder of the body such as dizziness can sometimes be caused by high blood pressure or too low blood pressure.
“Omega 3 content will help blood pressure to be stable. That way, hypertension can be prevented and avoided.”
Samson said that ewedu was also able to lower cholesterol levels in the blood and could reduce the risk of heart disease.
“The content of Omega 3 fatty acids can also be used as an anti- inflammation in the body for gout disease.
“The respiratory distress in the form of asthma can also be treated by taking ewedu regularly.
“It is able to overcome the problem of asthma because it has the content suitable to relieve asthma.
“The aromatherapy from ewedu is also suitable for treating asthma.
The content of anti-inflammatory substances in ewedu can work to heal
the inflammation of the lungs,” he said.
Samson said that sufferers of dry scaly skin could make ewedu a part
of their regular diet to help keep the skin soft, supple and smooth.
“Vitamins A and E in ewedu is known for its anti-ageing properties
and can help to reduce the visibility of fine lines, age spots and
wrinkles.
“It also combats dull skin and promotes the production of collagen that keeps your skin supple and youthful.”
He said that other health benefits of ewedu include helping to fight
cancer, packed with fibre for digestive system, strengthen bones and
teeth, reduce the pain and prevent skin cancer.
“Others are reduced interference in women in menstrual period,
improve eyes vision, maintain the clean nails, lowers the risk of
cataracts and other eye disorders and can cure Ebola virus among
others.”
He advised everyone to make ewedu part of his or her daily diet
because of its numerous health benefits “and it is also affordable for
both rich and poor”.
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