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Tuesday 29 November 2016

Hunteria Umbellata (Abere) Medicinal Uses


Image result for abere seeds picturesHunteria umbellata is the botanical name of a small tree with a dense crown which is native to West Africa. The yellow, smooth fruits carry seeds which are enclosed in pulp. The seeds are highly valued for their medicinal properties. It is called abere or arin in Yoruba, osu in Edo and nkpokiri in Igbo. It is popularly used to treat diabetes in Nigeria because of its ability to lower blood sugar levels. The roots, bark and leaves are also used in traditional healing.

Hunteria umbellata has phytochemicals like tannins, alkaloids, steroids, saponins and phenols which are responsible for therapeutic properties such as:
  • Antioxidant
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Hypoglycemic
  • Anthelminthic
  • Anti-microbial
  • Aphrodisiac
  • Analgesic

Hunteria umbellata plant parts are used in traditional medicine to:
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  1. Reduce blood sugar levels and treat diabetes
  2. Reduce blood cholesterol levels
  3. Reduce blood pressure levels
  4. Lose weight
  5. Treat pain and aches
  6. Kill intestinal worms
  7. Treat leprosy sores
  8. Resolve liver issues
  9. Treat stomach issues
  10. Reduce fevers
  11. Boost libido and male potency
  12. Boost the immune system
  13. Reduce heavy menstrual flow
  14. Treat amenorrhea or the absence of menses
  15. Boost female fertility
  16. Prevent miscarriage
  17. Heal peptic ulcers
  18. Treat skin infections and issues
  19. Manage arthritis and other inflammatory conditions of the joints
  20. To hasten child delivery by inducing uterine contractions

Research is ongoing about the potential use of Hunteria umbellata for treating HIV virus. The seeds are usually sold dried.


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