Written by Dr . Gilbert Ezengige
COMMON NAMES : Bitter apple, Bara, , Egusi melon, Vine of Sodom
SCIENTIFIC NAME : Citrullus colocynthis
PART(S) USED: White pulp of the fruit
PROPERTIES AND THERAPEUTIC VALUES
The white pulp of Citrullus colocynthis extracted in water has diverse healing properties few of which are;
1. VERMIFUGE action, that is worm expelling action .
2. Administered in cases of CHRONIC CONSTIPATION to procure free evacuation of the bowel.
3. The extract of the fruit pulp is utilized in the treatment of URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS.
4. It is effective in the treatment of ASCITES.
5. Research shows that it helps in SHRINKING TUMORS , BENIGN as well as CANCEROUS tumors.
6.When challenged by SKIN ERUPTIONS , there is no better herb to administer in our geographical zone comparable to Citrullus colocynthis . For BOILS, a poultice of the fruit’s pulp is applied topically twice daily.
7. Dissolves ABDOMINAL TUMORS.
8. Possesses ANTI BACTERIAL PROPERTY .
9. This plant has ANTI CANDIDA ACTIVITY.
10. Can be relied on for the treatment of LUNG INFECTIONS.
11. It STIMULATES and INCREASES MENSTRUAL l FLOW and as such is useful for ladies suffering from SCANTY MENSES . However, this plant is prohibited in pregnancy
12. A known PURGATIVE HERB.
13. It can help to REESTABLISH FLOW of menses in cases of ceased menses also referred to as AMENORRHEA .
14. It induces INSULIN SECRETION n from pancreas.
15. It STIMULATES HAIR GROWTH when applied on scalp.
16. This herbs has a deep BLOOD CLEANSING effect.
17. Bitter apple assists the treatment of ARTHRITIS and RHEUMATISM .
18.This plant possesses strong ANTI INFLAMMATORY property.
19. It promotes BILE secretion.
20. Bitter apple is utilized in the treatment of LEUKEMIA.
– Please note that Citrullus colocynthis is a strong purgative herb, get professional direction before use.
– Herbal supplements are best administered by trained health care provider.The white pulp of Citrullus colocynthis extracted in water has diverse healing properties few of which are;
1. VERMIFUGE action, that is worm expelling action .
2. Administered in cases of CHRONIC CONSTIPATION to procure free evacuation of the bowel.
3. The extract of the fruit pulp is utilized in the treatment of URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS.
4. It is effective in the treatment of ASCITES.
5. Research shows that it helps in SHRINKING TUMORS , BENIGN as well as CANCEROUS tumors.
6.When challenged by SKIN ERUPTIONS , there is no better herb to administer in our geographical zone comparable to Citrullus colocynthis . For BOILS, a poultice of the fruit’s pulp is applied topically twice daily.
7. Dissolves ABDOMINAL TUMORS.
8. Possesses ANTI BACTERIAL PROPERTY .
9. This plant has ANTI CANDIDA ACTIVITY.
10. Can be relied on for the treatment of LUNG INFECTIONS.
11. It STIMULATES and INCREASES MENSTRUAL l FLOW and as such is useful for ladies suffering from SCANTY MENSES . However, this plant is prohibited in pregnancy
12. A known PURGATIVE HERB.
13. It can help to REESTABLISH FLOW of menses in cases of ceased menses also referred to as AMENORRHEA .
14. It induces INSULIN SECRETION n from pancreas.
15. It STIMULATES HAIR GROWTH when applied on scalp.
16. This herbs has a deep BLOOD CLEANSING effect.
17. Bitter apple assists the treatment of ARTHRITIS and RHEUMATISM .
18.This plant possesses strong ANTI INFLAMMATORY property.
19. It promotes BILE secretion.
20. Bitter apple is utilized in the treatment of LEUKEMIA.
– Please note that Citrullus colocynthis is a strong purgative herb, get professional direction before use.
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