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Telfairia occidentalis

Nutritive

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Last updated Mar 30, 2026

Description

West African cucurbit whose leaves and seeds are used as nutritive food and medicine for anemia and blood conditions.

Active Compounds

ironzinctanninsflavonoidsproteins

Traditional Uses

Anemia treatment in West African medicine
Blood building food
Malaria management

Modern Uses

Iron-rich nutritive
Antioxidant
Antidiabetic effects

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: other, tea
Adult Dose: Leaves as food daily; seed oil supplement
Child Dose: Leaves as food
Preparation Notes: Cook leaves as nutritious vegetable; use seed oil.

Safety Information

Generally safe during pregnancy

Generally safe while nursing

Contraindications

None significant as food

Possible Side Effects

None documented

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Telfairia occidentalis

Description

Active Compounds

Traditional Uses

Modern Uses

Contraindications

Possible Side Effects