Uziza Leaf – NaijaMarket

Uziza Leaf (Piper guineense) is a West African spice with flavours and nutritional benefits. The leaves of Piper guineense give a peppery flavour to soups, while the dried fruits and seeds give African dishes an aromatic and spicy flavour.

12 Reasons Why You Should Eat Uziza Leaf: 

1. Improve immune system
2. Combating respiratory disease
3. Possesses anti-inflammatory properties
4. Treats arthritis
5. Treats rheumatism
6. Combats digestive problems
7. Maintains heart health
8. Relieves menstrual pains
9. Improves fertility
10. Lowers cholesterol levels
11. Helps prevent cancer
12. Good for postnatal women

Nutritional info of uziza (per 100g)
Carbohydrates 21.5g
Protein 15.7g
Fibre 33.1g
Thiamine 0.11mg
Riboflavin 0.46mg
Niacin 7.60mg
Folate 3.22 ug
Vitamin C 220mg
Pyridoxine 1.97mg
Calcium 2.08mg
Potassium 3.90mg
Magnesium 1.01mg
Zinc 0.01mg