3 things that eating bitter cola can do for you

Bitter kola is also known as Garcinia kola and it is found in many countries in Africa. It is an edible seed that is usually eaten raw. It also has a bitter taste. Bitter kola has been used as a traditional medicine for many centuries because of its beneficial properties. According to Webmd, eating bitter kola has certain health benefits and can do certain things in the body. Here are some of them.

1) It can treat infections: Over the years, bitter kola has been used to treat various kinds of infections including common cold and even hepatitis. According to a study, it can also help to fight cough and other bacterial infections.

2) It can reduce inflammation: Bitter kola seeds can help to fight inflammatory conditions like osteoarthritis. This is because of the presence of potassium in bitter kola.

3) Bitter kola can help to prevent hypoglycemia, that is, a very low level of blood glucose in people with type 2 diabetes. This is because it contains a chemical compound known as kolaviron.