ewedu soup is a common soup among the Southwest people in Nigeria popularly called the Yorubas. The ewedu leaf is known as achingbara in igbo, and jute in English. The botanically name of jute leaf is known as corchorus olitorius
The jute leaves is used for preparing a very delicious soup, the soup is greenish, slimy limy soup. The soup is best served with alama, for those of you who don't like okra soup, ewedu soup is the best substitute for it. Because ewedu is more delicious and tasty.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF EWEDU
it contains nutrients such as vitamin A, C, and E. Which reduces illness in human body, with these vitamins it prevents the body from degenerating disease.
Ewedu or jute leaf are also known for boosting immunity and nourishing the body system.
The presence of vitamin a, c, and e in jute leaf helps increases the production of collagen which helps the skin firm and beautiful.
Ewedu helps to slow down the aches and pains associated with aging, holds fertility at bay and increases stamina with the presence of vitamin A.
Ewedu can serve as anti inflammatory treatment as its believed that it cures chronic inflammatory urinary bladder.
Ewedu is rich in fibre and regulate blood pressure.
Ewedu contains a high amount of calcium which contribute to stronger teeth and bones.