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Commissioner for zoo ni.civil service work ko,am not stepping out tomorrow.ALL HAIL BIAFRA.haters run mad enter Niger.

DeOTR:
We want to see the police deal with killer herdsmen, not IPOB.

may ur days be long.

rikemsmedia:
Another confused specie spotted. You knew what you wanted in a husband but stuck in a relationship for 9 years with a guy you knew you would never marry. Who did who? Confused entities. What's the point of being in a relationship when you can't marry the individual

yes 9yrs because am not ready to settle down then,apart from it i knew wat i wanted in a man,dat was yrs back am married now wit kids.

information1:
Before switching to English medicine, Every tribe has there herbs they used for treating every ailment.

There are some popular herbs used by all ethnic groups, some of the herbs are common in someplace though. Some of the Popular leaves here in Yorubaland all have a name, lest i forget, depending on the area you are. Meaning you might know some herbs name in Hausa, while some people may be talking about the same herbs, but would seem the person is not right or saying rubbish.

In this short article, I will be revealing the English names of some common herbs in Yoruba land together with their uses.

Parsley (Effirin)

The English name of is Parsley, it’s referred to Parsley in Yoruba. Parsley has so many health benefits for a wide range of symptoms and diseases.
It is from Petroselinum plant, the parsley plant and parsley essential oil have been used as a natural detox remedy, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, diuretic and agent for centuries in folk medicine.

As of now, researched back up health claims about we’ve got for the plant.

Cayenne Pepper (Ata Gun Gun)

Cayenne pepper is referred to Ata gun gun in the Yoruba language. It’s not only in the Yoruba land, but also among the other cultures in Nigeria.

Cayenne pepper has got some many health benefits; It aids digestion, slow intestinal gas, stop stomach pain, including healing upset stomach, it also stops diarrhea and as a natural remedy for cramps.

It’s also used for heart and blood vessels – to improve poor circulation, to reverse excessive blood clotting, lower high cholesterol and prevent heart disease.

Cinnamon (Oloorun)

Cinnamon herb is referred to as Oloorun in Yorubaland. It health benefits are; high source of Antioxidants, promotion of heart health, contains Anti-inflammatory properties,help fight diabetes and also lower the risk of cancer.

Mint Leaf (Ewe Minti)

Mint leaf is referred to as Ewe Minti in Yoruba. It is a favorite herb. The leaves is a can be used in fresh or dried in many dishes and infusions. Mint oil is Always used in gum, candy, toothpaste, and some beauty products. Health benefits of mint include relieving of allergies and pains; it also prevents gastric ulcer. It is good for skin some other benefits.

Spinach (Efo Tete)

Spinach is referred to as Efo Tete. This plant is often used among cultures and had come along way as a Herbal plant. To some culture, they never knew its health benefits.

They only know it is edible and it appeals to their taste bud. If you are one of them, just know that spinach health benefit is hair and bone, asthma and cancer protection, reduction of blood pressure, diabetes management and promotion of healthy skin.

Turmeric (Atale Pupa)

Atale Pupa(Yoruba) is referred to as Turmeric in English. This herb plant lower risk of brain damage increases the antioxidant capacity of the body and heart disease.

This herbal plant can also help delay aging, prevent cancer and fight age-related diseases among others.

Bay Leaf (Bay Bunkum)

The Bay Leaf is referred to as Bay Bunkum in yourba.

Health benefits:

- It eases joint pain from arthritis
- It gives immune support
- Help with sugar level balance
- Aids in digestion, reduce congestion
- Help in improving scalp health.

Marjoram (Efo Ewuro)

Marjoram, is referred to as Efo Ewuro in Yoruba, The herbal plant can be taken orally in a more concentrated medicinal form or used topically and in aromatherapy as an essential oil.

The inhalation of marjoram essential oil is to calm the nervous system and, in turn, positively impact your cardiovascular system by enhancing the blood flow and lowering blood pressure.

It is also used to treat runny noses, gallbladder issues, depression, dizziness, coughs, digestive problems, migraines, nervous headaches, nerve pain and paralysis as well.

Celery (Seleri)

The Yorubas call the celery herb plant seleri. This also a plant that helps in lowering inflammation, reducing the risk of cancer, reducing blood pressure and assist in preventing age-related vision loss.

https://talkgeria.com/yoruba-herbs-english-name-uses/

@post thanks for sharing pls there is dis type of yam in yoruba i dt really know the name the yam increases chances of giving birth to twins.pls do u know the name?

Mrchippychappy:
inept bastards, if na to go kill 600 unarmed eastern protesters now, na that one una and military go fit do.

dem no dey perform python dance for offa? Dey for show their talent dia na yeye dey smell.

NwaAmaikpe:



What further proof does anyone need to convince them that Nigeria is such a beautiful country.

very beautiful

NwaAmaikpe:


No woman can glow without a husband. Infact, any woman without a husband is classified as less-privileged.

Lol funny pple everywhere

Side chicken shame on you,go and get urself a husband.I COVER MY HUSBAND BY THE BLOOD OF JESUS.HIS CUCUMBER WILL NEVER STAND FOR ANY OTHER WOMAN.AMEN.

12submarine:
He meant Nigeria citizens.

the poster above is he from Congo?

nevilbot:
The blogger who compiled this video is a bloody lie.

Tiwa savage was not dancing to science student but to a song Wia she was featured called diet. ( go to don jazzy insta page to confirm it if u doubt)

Reminisce was also not dancing to science student but to his own song titled problem ( go to his insta page also if u doubt)

Most of naija bloggers deserve to be flogged

hmmmmmm u know all that? And ur name is not yet in the Guinness book of record.

Lubbish

kevoh:
I'm a Chelsea fan ...duh! I've grown beyond tickets and other immature ways of making money.

hahahaha who fan don EPP

fergie001:
People don plan derail thread ooo,make I join



Utd will win the Champions league
GGMU

make dem no dey cut pple ticket if they like make dem loose or win na their wahala bi dat.

Youngs:
How will Buhari leave power

hahahaha na panadol wey i dey drink for him matter now.lol

ZirdoRoray:
Olivier Giroud completes move from Arsenal to Chelsea. Suarez would have been better.

hahahaha lolss

God of soccer remember me this weekend.TEAM BET9JA.all straight win enter by fire.2.5 1.5 and win or x enter ooh.

kevoh:
I am still lamenting over Chelsea's loss to Bournemouth!

ur ticket don cut?

olobemotors:
Not to confirm she's not bleaching but it's not everyone you see with a change in skin color such as this that's necessarily on bleaching mode, apparently she got more plum too hence it shows she's living a better life than before. imagine someone under the sun 24/7with no better food than garri/akpu and all of a sudden starts to eat chicken Perri Perri and shawarma, using rides with full A/C office full A/C house same....even the blood go change color set lol....Remember "Money brings out your true color"....God punish poverty

GOD PUNISH EMPTY BANK ACCOUNT.POVERTY BAD

My bizness,fb.nairaland,and additional chop chop after meal @odd hours.

U bi correct guy spend more.yeye dey smell

donstan18:
Are you better than him?
What have you shown your people after all your years here on Nairaland?

hahahaha see wahala

Don't cancel ur wedding if possible hookup wit someone else within that 3weeks.

Islie:
kind heart



the help got to the man while he was doing something...
favour and help doesn't locate a lazy person but those doing something

BEST COMMENT

Singles ladies be wise ooh,my engagement ring na 2500 naira while wedding ring 15k but i have the best home ever heaven on earth not money ooh but peace of mind.all this demons can deceive dumb ladies ooh be wise.@her 30 plus age na engagement ring bi her wahala.

Is this man depressed? He talks anyhow now.he has passed all this level.

Atimes devil comes in many ways@post the lady need to search herself ad know wat she really want in a future partner cos according to wat i read above both are firting words ad they enjoy it maybe thats wat attached the two of them together ad not love,ad suddenly she dislike her former guy ad follow who gave her a promise ring? I laugh in China.@30 u beta know wat u want. Just see ur excuse that ur former guy is living in a one room apartment ad that same guy is coming for marriage while ur new guy gave u a PROMISE RING.ITS OK

Wat of Yusuf buhari? Op hope u dt want him to complete the list?

Desperado! Na so she wan answer MRS by force? Imagine the disgrace:

Danpotter:
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2018/01/nigerian-executed-saudi-arabia-14-others-follow/amp/

Reading their names::hmmmmm bubu ur enemies them i no see their names there ooh:do something biko:

sarrki:
Ipobs are terrorist

wetin bring Ipob for this matter?

They cant be richer than their Boss

Blood sukers rot in hell:see una lives: