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MODIBBO ADAMA UNIVERSITY YOLA

DEPARTMENT OF PLANT SCIENCE

FACULTY OF LIFE SCIENCES

PLS 599:
SEMINAR PRESENTATION ON THE MEDICINAL BENEFITS OF LOCUST
BEANS(Parkia biglobosa) : A REVIEW.

BY: MUHAMMAD BELLO MUHAMMAD (PLS/18U/3427)

SUPERVISED BY: DR BG ZAKARI

A REVIEW ON THE
MEDICINAL BENEFITS
OF LOCUST BEANS
(Parkia biglobosa)

Introduction:
Locust beans, scientifically known as Parkia biglobosa, are leguminous pods harvested
from the African locust bean tree (Adeyemi et al., 2013). Indigenous to West Africa,
particularly Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal, locust beans have been integral to the region's
culture and cuisine for centuries (Nwokocha et al., 2012).
Nutritional Composition of Locust
Beans
1 Macronutrients 2 Micronutrients
Locust beans contain macronutrients They also contain micronutrients such
such as protein, carbohydrates, and fats. as vitamins and minerals.(Onyeike &
(Onyeike & Acheru, 2011). Acheru, 2011).

3 Dietary Fiber Content

The fiber content of locust beans ranges from 15% to 25% of their dry weight, making them
an excellent dietary source of fiber.(Fagbemi et al., 2010).
Medicinal Properties of Locust Beans

Antioxidant Properties Anti-inflammatory Antimicrobial Activity

Effects

Locust beans contain They have anti-inflammatory Locust beans exhibit

antioxidant compounds such properties attributed to their antimicrobial activity against a
as phenolic compounds, ability to inhibit the wide range of
flavonoids, and tannins, which production of pro- microorganisms, including
help neutralize free radicals in inflammatory mediators. bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
the body.(Oboh et al., 2014). (Olajuyigbe et al., 2017). (Olajuyigbe et al., 2017).
Mechanisms of Action
1 Bioactive Compounds 2 Pharmacokinetics and
Pharmacodynamics
Phenolic compounds, alkaloids, and
polysaccharides are responsible for the They undergo processes such as absorption,
medicinal effects of locust beans. (Oboh et distribution, metabolism, and excretion,
al., 2014). leading to various pharmacological effects.
(Adubiaro et al., 2015).
Traditional And Medicinal Uses
Medicinal Tradition Nutritional Value
Traditional healers have long utilized Their high dietary fiber content further
locust beans for their purported enhances their nutritional value and
medicinal properties, treating various potential health benefits. (Onyeike and
ailments. (Adubiaro et al., 2015). Acheru, 2011).

CONTD
Deep Cultural Significance Culinary Use
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They are commonly used as a flavoring
Locust beans hold deep cultural agent in various dishes due to their
significance among indigenous African distinctive aroma and taste. (Abiodun et
communities, dating back to ancient al., 2016).
times. (Olajuyigbe and Afolayan,
2011).
Conclusion
Locust beans represent a valuable resource with
diverse medicinal properties and nutritional
benefits. Further research and collaboration are
needed to fully realize the therapeutic potential
of locust beans and translate these findings into
practical applications for healthcare and wellness.

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