THINK BREAKFAST, THINK TIGER NUTS
Hello there, How are you? How have you been holding up? We hope you’ve been staying safe and keeping to a balanced diet. Welcome to another healthy edibles newsletter. This week we will be sharing with you the Health Benefits of TIGER NUTS. For starters, Tiger nuts popularly known in this part of the country as “OFIO” are not nuts. They are actually edible tubers that serve as both food and medicine. They are rich in Fiber, Carbohydrates, Fat, Protein, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Calcium, Potassium, Iron, Phosphorus and Vitamin E. Tiger nuts also serve as an energy booster due to its high calorie profile. Here are a few of its health benefits: Tiger nuts are a rich source of anti-oxidants which aid anti-aging and help prevent the risk of diseases like cancer and heart diseases. They contain insoluble fibers which help keep blood sugar levels in check. In Nigeria, tiger nuts have been used over the years to boost libido in women and treat erectile dysfunction in men. They have also...