{"product_id":"ukazi-leaves","title":"Ukazi Leaves Tea","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUkazi leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"H23r4e\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/olunikeadetunji.bello\/videos\/in-english-the-afang-leaf-is-commonly-referred-to-as-wild-spinach-or-okazi-leaf-\/1395443298220733\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOkazi\/Afang leaf\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[[\u0026quot;https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/olunikeadetunji.bello\/videos\/in-english-the-afang-leaf-is-commonly-referred-to-as-wild-spinach-or-okazi-leaf-\/1395443298220733\/\u0026quot;,null,null,[null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[{\u0026quot;1218\u0026quot;:[17]}]],17,null,\u0026quot;In English, the afang leaf is commonly referred to as wild spinach or Okazi ...\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;In English, the afang leaf is commonly referred to as wild spinach or Okazi leaf, and its botanical designation is Gnetum africanum. It is a leafy vegetable utilized in Nigerian and other West African cuisines, particularly in dishes like Afang soup and Okazi soup.\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;https:\/\/encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com\/images?q\\u003dtbn:ANd9GcQs24Q7MmwkfbVzR1lBYB7PCbSfePNADMrsMMef8BHMWm23Bur_eR9ba9p79r5ef5ssVboRK5vEhKCIUZI\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;Facebook\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;https:\/\/encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com\/faviconV2?url\\u003dhttps:\/\/www.facebook.com\\u0026client\\u003dAIM\\u0026size\\u003d128\\u0026type\\u003dFAVICON\\u0026fallback_opts\\u003dTYPE,SIZE,URL\u0026quot;,[[1785778505297307,6427370,337584186],null,null,null,null,[[0,0,2,5]]],null,\u0026quot;d6557bdc-3d3f-4455-8f01-efc3c560f7fb\u0026quot;]]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), or \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eGnetum africanum\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, support multiple bodily functions through dietary fiber, essential minerals like calcium and iron, and active antioxidants. While general nutrition affects overall wellness, specific localized impacts across the human body's core functional areas include the following breakdown.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eTaste:  mildly bitter, earthy, nutty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003ePairs well with: Lemongrass, lemon peel, peppermint, ginger root, and honey\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eSkeletal and Muscular Systems\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcium and magnesium strengthen bone matrix density and support smooth muscle contraction.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eActions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral absorption aids structural integrity and helps prevent cramps.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eCautions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Excessive raw intake can introduce anti-nutrients like oxalates if not properly processed or washed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eDigestive and Metabolic Systems\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e High dietary fiber promotes regular bowel movement and feeds healthy gut microbiota.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eActions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Bulk formation prevents constipation and assists steady blood sugar management.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eCautions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Overeating very fibrous portions without drinking enough water can cause temporary bloating.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eCardiovascular and Circulatory Systems\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Potassium helps dilate blood vessels, easing pressure on arterial walls. Iron supports hemoglobin synthesis for oxygen transport.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eActions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Blood flow regulation assists healthy blood pressure targets and guards against iron-deficiency anemia.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eCautions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Individuals on strict low-potassium medical diets should monitor total vegetable portions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eImmune and Integumentary (Skin) Systems\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Antioxidants and vitamins neutralize cellular damage caused by unstable free radicals.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eActions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Oxidative stress reduction supports skin healing and immune defense mechanisms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Steeping Teas With NeCe \u0026 Elaine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44495868461144,"sku":null,"price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/3082\/1208\/files\/Ukari.jpg?v=1785778612","url":"https:\/\/steepingteaswellness.com\/products\/ukazi-leaves","provider":"Steeping Teas With NeCe \u0026 Elaine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}