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Bitter Kola / Garcinia Kola
Garcinia kola
Anti-tumourpreliminary evidence
Bitter kola's kolaviron (a flavonoid complex) shows anti-tumour activity against colon, lung, and prostate cancer cells and protects against chemotherapy-induced hepatotoxicity. Traditional African medicine uses Bitter Kola for tumours, and modern research validates its anti-proliferative and apoptosis-inducing mechanisms.
Medicinal Properties
Anti-tumourAntimicrobialAntiviralAnti-inflammatoryAntioxidant
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Cancer Types Studied
ColonLungProstate
Recommended Dosage
500–1000 mg standardised extract daily.
Preparations
Bitter Kola Extract Capsules
500–1000 mg standardised Garcinia kola extract daily.
NIH / PubMed Research
Links open on PubMed (National Library of Medicine). Research is ongoing — results may not reflect clinical use.
Cautions & Interactions
- High caffeine content — avoid if caffeine-sensitive
- May raise blood pressure at high doses
- May interact with blood-thinning medications
- Limited clinical data — consult doctor before use with cancer treatment
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Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before use.