Powder of acacia nilotica or neb neb

The Acacia nilotica called NEB NEB in Senegal is a tree 10 to 12 m high that can reach 20 m in wetlands. It is recommended in the treatment of dysentery, mouth ulcers and gingivitis. It is a powerful anti diarrhea.

Its resin, which is edible, is used in the confection of confectionery. Its medicinal properties have been known since antiquity: It is used in Africa as a hemostatic and healing agent.

Properties:

Nilotic Acacia or Neb Neb is helpful against generation and skin problems. It is used in Africa as a hemostatic and healing agent.

The fruits also have a molluscicidal power and kill the crustaceans that are vectors of bilharzia. For this, a decoction of pulverized fruits is used, which is thrown into water likely to be contaminated. Certain extracts of acacia nilotica would even have antioxidant properties at least identical to those of vitamin C or vitamin E. Finally, it has antitussive and diuretic properties.

Indications:

Internal: Anti diarrhea. Pest control. Diuretic. Dysentery. Diarrhea Decoctions or herbal teas,

External: Bactericide. Astringent. Disinfection of the skin. Acne. Hydrosols.

Finally, it is useful for mouthwashes, burns, intestinal colic, toothache and stomach aches.

Uses:

5 g of fruit powder seeded in a little sugar water, three times a day. The plant is not poisonous, but the prolonged use of decoctions of the fruits carries the risk of constipation.

Useful life: 3 years