Microbiological Assessment and Antimicrobial Properties of Edible Clay (Nzu) Sold in Port Harcourt Metropolis
2022; Linguagem: Inglês
10.31080/asmi.2022.05.1132
ISSN2581-3226
AutoresO Aleruchi, Ogbonna SI, E Amadi, Nnodim LC,
Tópico(s)Therapeutic Uses of Natural Elements
ResumoKaolin Clay, also known as calabash chalk or calabash clay, is a water-soluble clay soil found in mining pits.It's one of Africa's most popular geophagic foods.This clay is commonly applied to the skin during festivities in many African tribes, and it is thought to have healing powers.Raw or processed kaolin clay is available for purchase.With the addition of additional components, it can be processed into powder, moulded blocks/pellets, or moulded balls (nzu).By combining salt and ash with kaolin clay, nzu is created (edible clay).After that, the substance is formed into balls and heated to harden it [1].The processed kaolin clay is popular among Africans and different tribes call it different names Nzu (igbo), Ndom (Efik/ Ibibio), Eko (Bini).People consume clay for a variety of reasons, ranging from its appetite-suppressing properties to its weight-loss and anti-emetic capabilities.Clay consumption offers both benefits and drawbacks; nevertheless, the hazards exceed the benefits.Nzu provides nutrients to your body that may be obtained from other nutritious meals with fewer hazardous ingredients [2].The rule is to consume moderate amounts to optimize benefits and
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