Tag: Pumpkin leaf

Recent animal studies involving extracts from fluted pumpkin leaves (*Telfairia occidentalis*) have demonstrated gastroprotective and anti-ulcer properties. For those managing stomach issues, this research raises a crucial dietary question: is pumpkin leaf good for an ulcer patient?

In many parts of West Africa, the fluted pumpkin leaf (ugu) is a traditional remedy for increasing blood count. This practice begs the question: does pumpkin leaf increase blood levels, and is this belief supported by scientific evidence?