Most of us are not aware of the immense benefits of Ocimum gratissimum popularly known as scent leaf, efirin(Yoruba), nchanwu leaf,(Igbo) and daidoya (Hausa). The botanical name is ocimum gratissimum.
1. Scent leaf aid digestion. If you are the type of person that eat late at night, it is likely you experience indigestion and bloating. Scent leaf has immense benefits as easy bowel evacuation and weight management.
2. Scent leaf can be used to treat stomach ache, diarrhea, chronic dysentery And vomiting.
3. Scent leaf can be used to treat oral infections. Say bye to oral infections and bad breath as scent leaf will kill all the bacteria and prevent tooth decay.
4. Scent leaf is used for the treatment of fungal infections, fever, cold and catarrh.
5. Nchanwu leaf can be used as food preservatives due to its antimicrobial and antibacterial properties.
6. It can also be used for prevention and treatment of malaria.
7. The acqueos extract of scent leaf can be taken to relief ear ache and colon pains.
8. The stick is been used by some people as chewing stick.
In conclusion, scent leaf Is a good source of arginine and amino acids which helps in maintenance of optimum health of male reproductive organs. It also contains vital bioactive substances such as iron, phosphorus, Calcium and vitamin A, which are essentiall for human health.
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