Regular consumption of ekitaferi (rampha) aids/ helps in prevention of anaemia. The crop is effective in combating diarrhea and dysentry.

Its leaves are also believed to have healing properties and are used in the treatment of tumors and cancer. This crop has a range of enzymes used in digestion.

Further more ekitaferi is a delicacy and it is rich in nutrients. This tropical plant owes its origin to India and Brazil. It is low in calorie content and contains minerals like iron, phosphorous and vitamin C.

It is also rich in vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and vitamin B3 which is essential for smooth operation of the digestive and nervous systems.

It also has vitamin B5 which is responsible for releasing energy and vitamin B6 for metabolism of fats and proteins.

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