Description
A highly nutritious fruit of an evergreen tree found across Singapore and Malaysia, bignay is well known for its health benefits. This gooseberry-sized, reddish-hued fruit is also known as the Queensland cherry. The fruit as well as its leaves render various health benefits. Bignay tea, made from the bark of this tree, is an ideal drink for weight loss. According to health experts, drinking about one liter of Bignay tea can render countless benefits, including weight loss, healthier heart, and lower cholesterol levels.
You can use the fruit to make brandy, vine, and vinegar. Bignay grows abundantly in Nasugbu and Lipa City. A natural flavoring agent, it is used popularly for making juices and jams. The berries can also be consumed raw, while the leaves can be used in salads. The fruits and leaves of this plant are edible, but people should stay away from the roots as they are poisonous. Pregnant women should stay away from these berries as bignay is known to cause abortion.
1. Anti-oxidant
The natural anti-oxidative properties of this fruit, due to the presence of catechins, enable it to fight against the free radicals present in the human body. The excessive presence of these radicals can result in premature onset of wrinkles, fine lines, and even cause cancer.
2. Syphilis treatment
Syphilis is an infection generally transmitted sexually. Studies conducted on this plant have revealed that the leaves of this tree, when boiled, have the potential to treat Syphilis.
3. Blood pressure control
Bignay, in the form of fruit and leaves, has the potential to keep the levels of blood pressure under control. Thus, it can be consumed by people suffering from hypertension to prevent various hypertension-induced cardiovascular issues.
4. Cure for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Urinary tract infections are a serious health problem affecting millions of people each year. Infections of the urinary tract are the second most common type of infection in the body. Women are especially prone to UTIs for reasons that are not yet well understood. One woman in five develops UTI during her lifetime. UTIs in men are not as common as in women but can be very serious when they do occur. Bignay is known to offer relief from infections that affect the urinary tract.
5. Snakebite antidote
Even though this problem is very rare, you can still use bignay to your benefit. Asian physicians use the leaves to treat snakebites.
6. Weight control
Bignay is very low in calories and in fat as well. Bignay is known to possess appetite suppressing properties and boosts metabolism. Thus, taking 1 or 2 capsules half an hour before each meal can help you lose weight in a better way.
7. Constipation remedy
Bignay, when consumed in large quantities, is known to render a laxative effect. Hence, it can be used, in a restricted way, to offer relief to those who are suffering from constipation.
8. Colon cleanser
Bignay tea is a well-known natural colon cleanser. Therefore, you can make use of this tea to eliminate the unwanted toxins from your body. The natural detoxifying properties of the tea can help you lose weight while helping you look younger. It is also known to improve digestion and thus, beneficial for you colon.
9. Liver function
The two aminotransferases that are checked are the alanine aminotransferase (ALT or SGPT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST or SGOT). These liver enzymes form a major constituent of the liver cells. If the ratio of SGOT to SGPT is high, it may be an indication for chronic liver disease. Bignay is known to lower the levels of SGOP and SGPT. Thus, it helps to keep your liver healthier.
10. Immune system maintenance
Bignay is known to pep up your metabolism levels. The better the metabolism levels, the lower the infections will be. Bignay benefits to boost the power of your immune system.
