Kola Nut (Obi)

Description

A psychoactive substance is a substance that affects how the brain works and causes changes in thoughts, feelings, behavior, or mood. Some other examples of psychoactive substances are alcohol, marijuana, nicotine, etc Increased alertness and learning capacity and better exercise performance have been cited as some of the positive effects of low to moderate caffeine intake.

• Kolanut may help boost metabolism

Kolanut has caffeine content, which stimulates the body and increases the heart rate. While this can potentially be dangerous for people who suffer from pre-existing heart conditions, it can provide a necessary metabolic boost for those with a slow metabolism. This actually optimizes heart health, as caffeine can be a health stimulant in moderate doses

• Kola nut aids in blood circulation

Because of its metabolism help, it may boost oxygenation to certain essential parts of the body, including the skin, organs, and even the brain. This is why kola nuts are sometimes referred to as cognitive boosters,

• It may help in digestion

Kola nuts have been chewed or consumed by indigenous cultures in Africa for thousands of years, both in ceremonies and to treat digestive problems.