Medicinal Use

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     Kola nut has the same properties as caffeine and is often used as a stimulant. It is useful for fighting fatigue and stimulating the central nervous system. It contains theobromine, the same stimulant found in green tea. The American Medical Association recommends kola nut over other types of stimulants because it is non-habit-forming and does not cause depression. It is also a known diuretic and therefore may help with renal and rheumatic conditions. Kola nut helps expand bronchial air passages and therefore is useful for treating conditions like asthma and whooping cough. It also acts as an appetite suppressant and stimulates digestion by activating the production of gastric juices.
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