A HEALTHY EATING
WHITE MELON SEEDS
It is botanically known as Cucumerosis Mannii. It produces climbing vines up to 4 meters long which covered is in stiff hair.
White Melon seeds belong to the Cucurbitaceae family relating to Muskmelon.
Cucumerosis Mannii is a specie of melon native to tropical Africa West of the East Africa Rift where it is grown for food and as a source of oil.
It common name include "Akatuwa" in Twi Language , "Agushi" in GA Language, "Egusi" in Igbo, "Elegushi" in Yuroba and "Agushi" in Hausa.
The major Agushi growing nation include Mali, Burkina Faso, Togo, Ghana, Cote d' Ivoire, Benin, Nigeria and Cameroon.
The kernel of White Melon Seed or Egusi-itoo seed is 44% Oil, 30% Protein, 10% Carbohydrate, 40% Ash and 3% Fibre. The Oil of this seeds is 64.9%. Vitamins are prevalent in the seed as well as Minerals and other Micronutrients. It is also an excellent source of Protein, and Omega 6 fatty Acid.
The Health Benefits, one derives upon the consumption of this fruit include:
1. It boost the immune system.
2. It boost male fertility.
3. Controls Type 2 Diabetes.
4. Regulates Blood Pressure .
5. For Healthy Heart.
6. Memory Booster.
7. Beneficial to Lungs.
8. It helps curb Arthritis.
9. It cures toothache.
10. Benefit intestine.
11. Colon Cleanser.
12. It aid in stronger bones.
13. Fight Cold.
14. Helps in Weight Loss.
15. It promote hair and nails growth.
16. Treats Edema.
It is loaded with Antioxidants for good health. Let it be part of your balanced diet.
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