Bitter Kola was eaten mostly by the elderly people because of their belief that it could prolong life. But researches in modern science have revealed that bitter kola contains chemical compounds that will help the breakdown of glycogen in the liver and has other medicinal uses which account for its longevity property in man.
Some of its uses are:
For Bronchitis (Improves lung function),
Remedy for osteoarthritis
Helps weight loss,
Improves male fertility,
Prevents throat infections,
Relieves colic, head /chest colds, and cough.
It is also used for liver disorders.
Try chewing one nut with a Ricola cough drop to clear the throat during a cold or cough, the best remedy ever!