African Locust Bean (Parkia Biglobosa).

Benefits of African Locust Bean (Parkia Biglobosa/Iru/ogiri): Treats diabetes, stroke, hypertension, fever and reduces cholesterol levels. Treats bacterial infections, diarrhoea and helps with healthy weight gain.

Promotes good sight, relieves toothache and aids digestion.

Both the fruits, seeds, leaves, nuts, pods and essential oils of the African locust beans are highly valuable.

The crushed bark of the locust bean tree has also been revealed to help in wound healing and serves as one of the ingredients used in treating leprosy.

The decoction of the bark is also used as a bath for fever and as a hot mouth wash to steam and relieve toothache. Due to the natural ingredients and nutrients found in African locust bean, consuming it will help to have a better vision especially people with eye issues like cataract, minus eyes and myopia.

Please do not self-diagnose! Herbal supplements can interact with conventional medicines or have strong effects.