DOUMPALM FRUIT POWDER

Vendor: Aliyu Kabir Rasheed

INTRODUCTION Hyphaene thebaica, with common names doum palm and gingerbread tree, is a type of palm tree with edible oval fruit. It is a native to the Arabian Peninsula and also to the northern half and western part of Africa where it is widely distributed and tends to grow in places where groundwater is present. Apart from West Africa, the goriba grows well in many countries throughout the African continent like in Egypt, Central Africa, Kenya, Egypt, and Sudan also in Nigeria. In Niger Republic it grows in the southern part of the country where the groundwater table is high NUTRIENTS SUBSTANCE Doum palm fruit is one of the underutilized fruits and is mainly used by the local people without knowing the nutritional value. The Doum palm tree has a long history all over the world and well known for its health benefits in helping to prevent and cure various diseases and ailments; consisting of the following nutrients, vitamin A, B, C, Zinc, Iron, Calcium, loads of fiber, protein, and glucose. HEALTH BENEFITS : Natural remedy for arthritis, piles, ulcers, and asthma. ✅Antibiotic and antioxidant properties. ✅Cleanses kidney health. ✅Reduces high blood pressure. ✅Aids digestion. ✅Boosts libido. ✅Treats prostatitis. ✅Regulates blood sugar levels. ✅Alleviates stress. ✅Relieves constipation. ✅Eases pregnancy pains. Economic Benefits of Doumpalm fruit : Increased Export Revenue : Local Market Growth : Job Creation : Health Cost Savings : Value-Added Products