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HEALTH BENEFITS OF LEAF OF LIFE.

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 LEAF OF LIFE

Leaf of Life’ or ‘life plant’, (Bryophllum pinnatum) this amazing plant has a wide array of healing properties and health benefits. Native to Madagascar, but is found throughout the world today. It has various names such as Goethe plant, Love bush, Air plant, Cathedral bells. It is commonly called Leaf of Life in Africa, Nigeria to be precise.. Yoruba name; ABAMODA.
It also called the Miracle leaf. It is very common and can be found growing in home gardens and just about anywhere it can grow. 

Health benefits of Leaf of Life
1. Bronchial Conditions
Leaf of Life relieves shortness of breath associated with asthma and bronchitis. It’s also beneficial for addressing coughs and the tightness that accompanies chest colds.

2. Diabetes
An extract of the plant lowered blood sugar levels, along with “bad” fat in the body known as triglycerides. 

3. Enhanced Sleep
Taking an extract of the plant in tablet form experienced better sleep and it exhibited a calming effect.                   

4. Intestinal Aid 
When consumed as a tea, Leaf of Life’s antibacterial properties can assist in minimizing “bad” bacteria in the intestinal tract. The stem and leaves can both be steeped in water and used as a daily infusion to boost the immune system.  

5. Kidney Stones
Taking an extract of the herb makes human less likely to develop kidney stones. 
The herb also demonstrated the ability to clear urine of oxalates that causes the formation of kidney stones.

6.  Skin Conditions
The plant’s crushed leaves are often used as a topical remedy for the discomfort, itch, and healing of skin conditions ranging from bites and boils to bruises and skin ulcers.        
                               
7. Wound Healing
The back of the leaves are placed on open sores and cuts to stop bleeding, prevent infections, ease pain, and promote healing..



           
Article Reference:
>https://www.thealthbenefitsof.com/health-benefits-life-plant/
> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bryophyllum_pinnatum
> https://www.thingsguyana.com/leaf-of-life-aka-miracle-plant-with-many-uses/






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