Evwie (Kola Nut) and its socio-religious values among Idjerhe people of Nigeria  PEOPLE OF NIGERIA

Ottuh, Peter O. O.

doi:10.22160/22035184/aras-2021-42-1/51-63

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“…For centuries, indigenous communities have recognized and utilized the medicinal properties of Cola nitida. It holds cultural and symbolic significance and is often used in social, religious, and medicinal contexts (Adega, 1970;Lim, 2012;Ottuh, 2021). It has also attracted scientific interest across the globe.…”

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The Therapeutic Potential of Cola nitida in Health and Disease: A Review

Sanusi,

Usman,

Usman

et al. 2024

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Cola nitida, also known as Kola nut, is a tropical plant native to West Africa and has a rich history of traditional medicinal use. In this narrative review, we aim to provide an overview of the protective effects of Cola nitida in various health and disease states. Cola nitida has been traditionally used for its medicinal properties, and its bioactive compounds include caffeine, alkaloids, tannins, flavonoids, and phenolics. These compounds contribute to its potential therapeutic effects. Here, we examine the potential benefits of Cola nitida in several areas of health, discussing its role in cognitive function, cardiovascular health, immune system function, gastrointestinal health, and metabolic and endocrine health. Relevant original articles available from PubMed, African Journals Online (AJOL), SCOPUS, and Google Scholar were retrieved using the keywords “cola” AND “nitida” without date restriction until July 17, 2023. Evidence suggests that Cola nitida may have positive effects on health, with indications of adverse effects only from its chronic usage. However, more research is needed to establish its efficacy and safety. Cola nitida holds promise as a natural remedy for various health conditions. Understanding the benefits and limitations of Cola nitida will contribute to its effective utilization in health and disease management.

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Section: Historical and Traditional Use Of Cola Nitidamentioning

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The Therapeutic Potential of Cola nitida in Health and Disease: A Review

Sanusi,

Usman,

Usman

et al. 2024

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“…According to Ottuh and Erhabor (2018), the Urhobo people inhabit Delta State in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. Christian couples in Urhoboland, Delta State, Nigeria, participated in the research.…”

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Moral Assessment of Violations of Marital Vows Among Christian Couples In Urhoboland

Erhabor

Ottuh

2023

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The majority of people, especially among the Urhobo, seem to view marriage as their final resort when it comes to getting over issues like loneliness, sexual tension, and social, cultural, economic, and political constraints. However, marriages built on these flimsy foundations frequently end in a string of breakdowns when faced with difficulties, which results in the breaking of marital vows. Due to the above, this work examines the morality of Christian couples in Urhoboland, Delta State, and Nigeria who break their marital vows. The inquiry made use of both analytical and phenomenological approaches. This work was evaluated using a systematic questionnaire and unstructured oral interviews. As a result, 12 churches in six local government areas were selected (Ethiopia East, Ethiopia West, Udu, Ughelli North, Ughelli South, and Sapele Local Government Areas). The phenomenological and analytical procedures were used due to the versatility of survey designs, which allow for a wide range of data collection techniques. The investigation in this work was done under two headings: factors responsible for violations of marriage vows and effects of marriage vow violations on couples, families, and society. This study shows a number of elements that contribute to marital vow breaches as well as the repercussions such violations have on individuals, families, and society. The participants agree that, in general, Christian married couples who divorce have a sense of autonomy and freedom from abusive marriages. This essay contends that since they broke their marital vows, both partners frequently experience severe spiritual regression.

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“…The plant belongs to the family, Sterculiaceae, a genus of Cola with the species, acuminata and nitida. It is commonly called Kola in English Bese in Twi and Goro in It is useful for traditional purposes especially within West Africa spanning religious occasions, sealing business contracts, and social life (Ottuh, 2021). It is also useful in folk medicine to suppress appetite (hunger and thirst), diarrhea, indigestion, migraine headache, morning sickness, nausea, neuralgia, and as an aphrodisiac (Table 1) (Yakubu & Quadri, 2012).…”

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Health‐promoting foods and food crops ofWest‐Africaorigin: The bioactive compounds and immunomodulating potential

Elegbeleye¹,

Krishnamoorthy

Bamidele

et al. 2022

Journal of Food Biochemistry

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The rural communities of the sub‐Sahara regions in Africa are rich in diverse indigenous culinary knowledge and foods, food crops, and condiments such as roots/tubers, cereal, legumes/pulses, locust beans, and green leafy vegetables. These food crops are rich in micronutrients and phytochemicals, which have the potentials to address hidden hunger as well as promote health when consumed. Some examples of these are fermented foods such as ogi and plants such as Vernonia amygdalina (bitter leaf), Zingiber officinales (garlic), Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle), and condiments. Food crops from West Africa contain numerous bioactive substances such as saponins, alkaloids, tannins, phenolics, flavonoids, and monoterpenoid chemicals among others. These bioresources have proven biological and pharmacological activities due to diverse mechanisms of action such as immunomodulatory, anti‐inflammatory, antipyretic, and antioxidant activities which made them suitable as candidates for nutraceuticals and pharma foods. This review seeks to explore the different processes such as fermentation applied during food preparation and food crops of West‐African origin with health‐promoting benefits. The different bioactive compounds present in such food or food crops are discussed extensively as well as the diverse application, especially regarding respiratory diseases. Practical applications The plants and herbs summarized here are more easily accessible and affordable by therapists and others having a passion for promising medicinal properties of African‐origin plants.The mechanisms and unique metabolic potentials of African food crops discussed in this article will promote their applicability as a template molecule for novel drug discoveries in treatment strategies for emerging diseases. This compilation of antiviral plants will help clinicians and researchers bring new preventive strategies in combating COVID‐19 like viral diseases, ultimately saving millions of affected people.

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Evwie (Kola Nut) and its socio-religious values among Idjerhe people of Nigeria PEOPLE OF NIGERIA

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The Therapeutic Potential of Cola nitida in Health and Disease: A Review

The Therapeutic Potential of Cola nitida in Health and Disease: A Review

Moral Assessment of Violations of Marital Vows Among Christian Couples In Urhoboland

Health‐promoting foods and food crops ofWest‐Africaorigin: The bioactive compounds and immunomodulating potential

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