Bitter kola in South Africa

What is bitter kola called in South Africa?

In South Africa, Bitter kola, also known as bitter cola or Garcinia Kola, is a plant found in Central and Western Africa that has long been valued for its medicinal properties. Although traditional African medicine uses all parts of the Bitter Kola plant, the seeds are mostly commonly eaten.

What does bitter kola cures?

Bitter kola has been used over the years to fight or   as remedy for infections from the common cold to hepatitis. A 2018 study showed that bitter kola can help combat coughs, bacterial infections, and viral infections. Eating bitter kola when an infection starts may help fight the infection and make you feel better more quickly.

Does bitter kola have side effect?

Based from review from users, there are no known definite side effects of having this naturally occurring blissful plant. But, anything in excess or wrong proportion may show its evil side.

Does bitter kola reduce blood sugar?

It has shown to possess anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Blood glucose lowering: The specific use of bitter kola in the management of elevated blood sugar has been validated by several laboratory studies. Garcinia-IHP is beneficial as a food supplement for diabetics.

Is bitter kola an antibiotic?

Generally,  findings supports several claims that Garcinia kola has antimicrobial potentials and in turn, suggests that a regulated ingestion of Garcinia kola may to an extent, useful against bacterial infections since it is cheap and readily available.

Where can I buy Bitter Kola in South Africa?

The following are stores that you can buy bitter kola in South Africa:

Store: Urban Ethnic Market

Address:  Shop 8, 309 Pendoring Rd, Blackheath, Randburg, 2195, South Africa

Phone : +27 11 678 0554.

Store:  African Supermarket

Address:  483 Mashala St, Ebony Park, Johannesburg, 1682, South Africa

Phone: +27 76 560 2723.

Store:  The nut lady

Address:  Cnr William Nicol & Jan Smuts Ave, Corner 6th Rd, Hyde Park, Johannesburg, South Africa

Phone : +27 11 325 6169.

How do you chew bitter kola?

Ensure to chew the seeds and keep the seed pulp pressed between the inside of your cheek and your gums. Do not swallow the seeds. Chew the seeds for as long as 10 minutes before spitting out the seed pulp.

What are the benefits of bitterkola in South Africa?

• Boost to metabolism: Kola nut products contain caffeine, which may give a person’s metabolism a boost.
• Aid to digestion: Kola nut powder and extract may help digestion. They are thought to promote the production of gastric acid, which increases digestive enzyme effectiveness in the stomach.
• Increase in circulation: The caffeine and theobromine in the kola nut may speed up the heart rate, which increases circulation.
• Boost to energy levels: The kola nut naturally stimulates the central nervous system,  which may increase alertness and boost energy levels.
• Antibacterial benefits: According to reports from a  study ,indicates that the use of kola nut extract might stop the growth of harmful bacteria.