Bitter leaf (Vernonia amygdalina) is a perennial herb that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is a very common plant grown in various households across Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, and other West African, Sub-Saharan African, and Asian countries. The plant is known for its bitter taste, as its name depicts. It has the following health benefits
-Antimicrobial properties
-Anticancer properties
-Antiinflammatory properties
-Antioxidant properties
-Sperm booster
-Antipyretic properties for reducing fever
-Gastrointestinal smooth muscle relaxant
-Antidiabetic properties
-Antihypertensive properties
-Weight loss agent
-Immune booster