Ehuru seeds, gotten from ehuru also called calabash nutmeg is indigenous to Africa and it goes by many names, ehiri, ariwo etc.
Its seed is commonly used as part of a culinary requirement while its plant is used as an ornamental plant in Indonesia.
It is a spice mostly used for Peppersoup, Abacha, nkwobi, Groundnut soup,Black soup,Ofe Akwu, Ugba/Ukpaka, Ose-oji,Eguisi, Ogbono, Banga soup,
Garden egg sauce, Goat meat stew, Ukwa, and Isi ewu.
The best of Ehuru is gotten when roasted, It adds extra flavor to meals.
The timber and bark are useful medicinally as they are used to treat eye diseases, stomach aches, heamorrhoids, amongst others.
The health benefits are numerous, high in carbohydrates which is an excellent energy giver and high in fat but no cholesterol.
It has an excellent value of fiber and that fact, combined with the zero-cholesterol value it has makes the seed an excellent choice of food.
It fights insomnia.
It improves cardiovascular functions.
It promotes cerebral ability.
It detoxifies.
Its a good expectorant(removes phlegm)
It relieves pain.
It promotes sexuality, yes it does, from erectile dysfunction to increase in libido, and acts an an aphrodisiac.
It boosts ovulation and fertility.
It aids easy bowel movement.
It aids weight management.
It controls blood sugar.
All of these combined with the vitamins, minerals, and all other chemical compounds positions Ehuru as one of the most beneficial spices that exists.
Good for pregnant women.
Eat healthy, stay safe.
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