From: Types of indigenous vegetables consumed, preparation, preferences and perceived benefits in Ghana
Perceived benefits | Nutrition | Health | Sensory |
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Provides vitamins, minerals and gives fibre | √ |  |  |
Gives blood and energy | √ | √ |  |
Improves health and muscle growth |  | √ |  |
Boost appetite and ease swallowing |  |  | √ |
Prevents disease and provides water-soluble vitamins | √ | √ |  |
Act as a catalyst in the human system and is good for diabetic patients | √ | √ |  |
Easy digestion and avoiding constipation | √ |  |  |
Protects the body and reduces cholesterol levels |  | √ |  |
Nourishments of skin and repair of worn-out tissues |  | √ |  |
Controls blood pressure and anaemia and increases sperm production |  | √ |  |
Reduces fat content and provides protein | √ |  |  |
Boosts immune system and free bowels | √ | √ |  |
Prevents anaemia and prevents fever |  | √ |  |
Boosts immune system and enhances blood circulation |  | √ |  |
Gives clear vision |  | √ |  |
Treatment of throat infections |  | √ |  |
Enhances growth and vitality | √ | √ |  |
Stimulates milk production in lactating mothers | √ |  |  |
Medicinal benefits |  | √ |  |
Contains antioxidants | √ | √ |  |
Prevents stress and ageing and enhances sperm production |  | √ |  |
Prevents blood clotting and provides anti-inflammatory compounds |  | √ |  |
Reduces stomach ulcer |  | √ |  |
Provides folic acid | √ |  |  |
Prevents weight gain and obesity and reduces diabetes | √ | √ |  |
Prevents malaria and relief joint pains |  | √ |  |
Boosts bone density and has antibacterial properties | √ | √ |  |
Contains bioactive compounds for good health |  | √ |  |
Enhances child labour in pregnant women |  | √ |  |
Enhances strong teeth and bone marrow formation |  | √ |  |
Enhances satiety | √ |  |  |
Absorbs toxins and prevents allergy in food |  | √ |  |
Aids in foetal growth | √ | √ |  |