• Jute leaves

Jute leaves is popularly called ewedu among the Yoruba and rama or ayoyo among the Hau­sa. It is a popular vegetable in West Africa and is not just rich in nutrition but also has a lot of health benefits, including protecting us from vari­ous diseases. Nutrition-wise, vegetables are low in calories but high in vitamins and minerals.

– Internal Bleeding

Jute plant consists of considerable amount of Vitamin K which is helpful in reducing the threat of bleeding in the liver, poor nutrient absorption, jaundice or the combination of long term use of antibiotics or aspirin. Some of the problems relat­ed with the gastrointestinal system due to a de­crease of this vitamin include colitis, obstructions, sprue and Crohn’s disease. All these problems are due to a reduced content of Vitamin K.

-Weight loss

The green leaf has been described as a source of weight loss. Serving ayoyo or ademe without meat or fish has 97 calories. So, for those trying to lose some weight, include ewedu in your diet.

The ewedu leaf is an adequate source of fibre, thus making the plant very helpful in dealing with weight management and may also promote intes­tinal health by helping with bowel movement.

– Good for pregnant

women

This jute leaf has been known to be a remedy for pregnant women experiencing prolonged labour. When a pregnant woman is experiencing prolonged labour, a bunch of ewe­du leaves squeezed with the stem can be given to her to drink. It has also been discovered to aid milk secretion in lactating mothers.

– Protects Eye Health

Poor diet or nutrient deficiencies are the fundamental reasons of numerous eye diseases. Research has proven that taking vitamin B6 together with other vi­tamins, like folate, can help in the prevention of eye disorders and loss of vision. Jute plant consists of 0.496 mg Vitamin B6 which is 38.15per­cent of the daily recommended value. Regular consumption of Jute plant is believed to help slow the start of certain eye diseases, including age-re­lated macular degeneration.

-Fights off colds and flu

Jute plant consists of Vitamin C which is ex­tremely beneficial to the immune system and plays an important role in the body’s ability to fight off colds and viruses. You can take 1,000 mg of Vita­min C to fight off an oncoming cold and 4,000 mg per day to get rid of a cold which is previously in your system.

Vitamin C when taken during colds and flu can help to decrease the risk of developing further complications, like pneumonia and lung infections.

-Reduces cholesterol

Several research studies have shown that copper helps to reduce the levels of “bad” cholesterol (LDL cholesterol) and to increase beneficial cho­lesterol (HDL cholesterol). Jute plant consists of 0.222 mg of copper which is 24.67percent of the daily recommended value. This helps to lower the chances of cardiovascular diseases like atheroscle­rosis, heart attacks, and strokes.

– Protects healthy hair and skin

Vitamin B2 also known as riboflavin plays an im­portant role in maintaining collagen levels, which helps to make up healthy skin and hair. Collagen is required to maintain the youthful structure of skin and to prevent fine lines and wrinkles, thus a riboflavin deficiency can make us look aged earlier. Some research recommends that riboflavin can decrease the time needed for wound healing, can decrease skin inflammation and cracked lips, and can help naturally slow signs of aging.

Source: Herbal Cure For Disease