Jute or saluyot leaves (called ewedu
among the Yoruba and rama among
the Hausa and their Fulbe
neighbours) are used as a food
source in many parts of the world.
It is a popular vegetable in West
Africa and is not just rich in
nutrition but also has a lot of health
benefits, including protecting us
from various diseases. Nutrition-
wise, vegetables are low in calories
but high in vitamins and minerals.
They are also good sources of fibre.
Fibre keeps the intestinal tract in
good health and may even reduce
the risk of some cancers and
diseases.
The leaves contain almost all of the
nutrients needed by humans and are
high in antioxidant property,
primarily in the form of Vitamin E.
These antioxidants combine with
free radicals that cause health
problems like arthritis, hardening of
arteries, heart and kidney ailments
and inhibit the harmful and
destructive effects of these
radicals.
It is also used as herbal medicine to
control or prevent dysentery, worm
infestation and constipation. Ewedu
leaves are rich in vitamins,
carotinoids, calcium, potassium and
dietary fibres. Although it has been
grown for food, in recent times it
has been discovered that ewedu
has many other benefits, including
anti-ageing benefits.
Ewedu as vegetable and medicine
Studies have shown that this green,
leafy vegetable is rich in beta-
carotene for good eyesight, iron for
healthy red blood cells, calcium for
strong bones and teeth, and vitamin
C for smooth, clear skin, strong
immune cells, and fast wound-
healing. Vitamins A, C and E present
in ewedu “sponge up” free radicals,
scooping them up before they can
commit cellular sabotage. As a
vegetable, it contains an abundance
of antioxidants that have been
associated with protection from
chronic diseases such as heart
disease, cancer, diabetes, and
hypertension as well as other
medical conditions.
Ayurvedics (ancient Hindu system
of healing) use the leaves for
ascites, pain, piles, and tumours.
Elsewhere, the leaves are used for
cystitis, dysuria, fever, and
gonorrhoea. The cold infusion is said
to restore the appetite and
strength.
Ewedu and weight loss
The green leaf has been described
as a source of weight loss. Serving
ewedu without meat or fish only has
97 calories. So, for those trying to
lose some weight, include ewedu in
your diet.
Ewedu for pregnant women
This jute leaf has been known to be
a remedy for pregnant women
experiencing prolonged labour.
When a pregnant woman is
experiencing prolonged labour, a
bunch of ewedu leaves squeezed
with the stem can be given to her
to drink. It has also been
discovered to aid milk secretion in
lactating mothers.
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