By Ajayi Tijesunimi F.
Some people use jute leaf (Ewedu) but little do they know about its benefits it can be cooked in diverse ways; for soup or as smoothie.
The ewedu soup is mainly eaten with amala and can be combined with local bean soup which is locally known as gbegiri. Most people in Osun State and other Yoruba land prefer combining it this way when they want to eat this soup, Osun dwellers like mixing Ewedu with gbegiri and stew.
Apart from ewedu being one of the most important vegetables to the Yoruba people, there are so many health benefits attached to eating this soup.
Below are some of the health benefits of Jute leaf:
Weight loss
Trying to lose some weights? try jute leaf. The fatty acids, omega 3, Vitamins B, magnesium and zinc present in Ewedu have a role to play in losing weight and some serves to reduce appetite.
Prevents aging
Equally important, this vegetable is very good in keeping the skin young. It contains vitamins that are very important as an antioxidant.
Essential fatty acids in Ewedu can keep skin moist.
In the same way, it prevents the loss of water through the skin, thus reducing the wrinkles that are the main cause of aging.
Strengthens bone and teeth
In addition, calcium is very important in strengthening bone and teeth, this is present in Ewedu. Also, the useful phosphorus in Jute leaf is important in maintaining bone density
Stabilises blood pressure
Do you want to stabilise your blood pressure? Take Jute leaf. The Omega 3 in this vegetable serves this purpose. Taking Ewedu can help you prevent hypertension.
Helps in hormone stabilisation in women
Likewise, Ewedu helps during PMS (premenstrual syndrome); PMS is a symptom of a disturbance experienced by a woman that results in an emotional change.
Similarly, this vegetable is powerful in overcoming the problems that occur from PMS disorders and keep the menstrual cycle regularly. It has also been advised by researchers that women going through menopause should take more of this vegetable.
Improves brain health
Lastly, the Omega 3 in Ewedu helps improve the functions of the brain. It helps nerve impulse, and treat nerve tingling. So, eating it is strongly recommended for growing children to improve their brainpower.
Source: Guardian Life
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