What is the work of pap water?
Health benefits of omidun, Omi ogi benefits,
Health benefits of fermented corn water…
Everything about corn pap is useful, including the
husks and water. Pap water, also known as Omi
Ogi (omidun) in Yoruba, and Mmiri Akamu in Igbo
is the water that is usually filtered out after
sieving the fibre of the corn out.
Many people do not know the importance of pap
water, and throw it away after sieving and
sedimentation of the pap. In this article, I will take
you through the health benefits you get when you
drink pap water.
Pap water is known to contain bacteria, but the
good kind which are healthy for the body. It also
is believed to be medicinal and can be used in
herbs preparation.
Nutritional Value of Pap Water
Pap water is rich in several nutrients. Made from
Corn, it contains vitamins, minerals and
antioxidants. It is a good source of vitamins A, B,
C, E, K, folic acid, zinc, potassium, selenium,
phosphorus, magnesium and more. It also
contains phytochemicals, phenolic acids,
flavonoids, carotene and dietary fiber.
Pap water is composed of gut-friendly bacteria
known as lactic acid bacteria that helps regulate
the bacterial load in your system. It is also a
potential source of probiotics that can help in
preventing pathogenic diseases. Lactic Acid
Bacteria (LAB) in pap water include Lactococcus
lactis, Lactobacillus plantarum, and Pediococcus
acidilactici.
Health Benefits of Drinking Pap Water
(Omidun Uses)
Here are the health benefits of drinking raw and
fermented pap water:
👉Protects the Eye: Pap water contains
antioxidants that help fight off free radicals that
could be damaging to the eyes. Drinking pap
water is believed to be beneficial to eye health.
👉Gives you a Good Skin Tone:
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