Cagabriel International Ltd is licensed as an exporter by Nigerian Export
Promotion Council and a member of Successedge Exporters Network. The Company
registered by the Federal Government of Nigeria under the Corporate Affairs
Commission. The company is situated at No 17, Araromi Street, Ikosi, Ketu,
Lagos State, Nigeria. We deal in products like Bitter Kola, Kola but and
Cashew Nut.
Bitter kola seeds, fruit, bark
and nuts are used for treating diseases and ailments from time immemorial.
Regardless the economic benefits of bitter kola, it's cultivation is quite
minimal due to certain prevailing factors.
Garcinia kola is available in large quantity in West Africa and it is classified as a powerful antibiotic that is essential for treating certain ailments. Garcinia Kola otherwise known as aku inu by the Ibo part of Nigeria is used immensely for preparing herbal drugs.
Different tribes in Nigeria has
different names for bitter kola such as; Ibo (Igbo) call it aku-ilu or ugolo,
the Isekiri call it okain, Efik call it efiari or edun, Yoruba call bitter kola
orogbo, Hausa call it cida goro, Bokyi call it oje, Ejagham-Ekin call it efrie,
Ibibio call it efiat while the Idoma call it igoligo.
Benefits of Bitter Kola
1). Anti-Poison
Garcinia kola is anti-poisonous
in nature, being that it helps in the prevention of bacterial infection caused
as a result of food poisoning. The bark and seed of Garcinia kola when eaten
together helps in the detoxification of the human system especially in the
cases of food poisoning.
It is recommendable to chew bitter kola immediately after eating on suspicion of consuming contaminated food. Certain parts of the African countries have the belief that chewing and holding bitter Kola helps to drive away evil people and spirits.
2). Life Prolongation
Certain African cultures hold the belief that chewing bitter kola
helps to prolong life and this claim is supported by some researchers who
attest that Garcinia kola is made up of chemical compounds that assist in
breaking down glycogen present in the liver, which results in life longevity.
3). Traditional medicine
3). Traditional medicine
Bitter kola is anti-parasitic, antimicrobial and purgative in
nature hence the seeds can be used for treating colic, tuberculosis, throat
infections, chest colds, typhoid fever, bacterial infections, diarrhoea,
bronchitis, liver disorders and cough. The bitter kola seeds can be chewed
raw or blended and mixed with other ingredients for treatment.
Researchers agree that chewing
at least one bitter kola everyday can help in treating knee osteoarthritis, low
libido, erectile dysfunction, low sperm count and arthritis. The bitter kola
leaves can be prepared for treating stomach ache and pains.
4). Ebola cure
Considering the recent ebola
outbreak in West Africa, claim has been made that bitter kola can be used for
curing the Ebola virus infections. Due to the antimicrobial, antiviral and
anti-inflammatory properties of Garcinia kola, it is used in the African
countries for fighting viral infectious Ebola virus. This claim however has not
be scientifically proven and verified.
5). Throat clearing
Bitter kola seeds can be chewed
to clear sore throat and throat hoarseness. Bitter kola clears the throat by
boosting mucus production along the vocal tube lining, which helps to soften
the dry throat.
6). Anti-oxidant
Bitter kola is antioxidant in
nature thus can be used for detoxifying the gall bladder, liver and body
system. Also due to its high antioxidant content, bitter kola is capable of
dilating the alveolar ducts and sacs in the lungs thus clearing the chest from
colds and congestion.
7). Glaucoma and Eye
Pressure
Researchers agree that chewing
biter kola helps to reduce the eye pressure. Glaucoma is caused as a result of
increase in eye pressure, which if left untreated can lead to blindness.
Studies have reported that eye drops containing at least 0.5% of bitter kola
extract is very effective in reducing eye pressure if used at least twice a day.
8). Increased sexual
performance
Bitter kola is capable of
increasing sex drive and boosting sexual performance in men with low libido.
Chewing at least 2 seeds of bitter kola few minutes before sexual intercourse
helps to boost sex drive.
9). Body Weight
Management
Regular intake of bitter kola
is capable of fighting excess body fat, reducing body weight as well as
maintaining healthy body weight. Garcinia Kola is a natural hunger suppressant
and its intake boosts the urge to drink more water.
10). Beer Production
Bitter kola is used as a hop
substitute while brewing lager beer for preventing beer spoilage.
Bitter Kola is an exportable
commodity and we have the capacity to export it any country in the world.
We can be contacted on: +8038951223
or send us an e-mail: celestine.gabriel@yahoo.com
