Tiger nuts or earth almonds, locally Known as “atadwe” are not actually nuts, but rather edible tubers. Tiger nuts were one of the first plants cultivated in Egypt and traditionally used as both food and medicine.
They’re quite small in size but wrinkly with a chewy texture and sweet nutty flavor similar to coconut.
• Tiger nuts may contribute to a stronger immune system.
In one test-tube study, tiger nut extracts were tested against several types of bacteria that can infect humans. The extract was effective against E. coli, Staphylococcus and Salmonella bacteria.
Another cell study found similar results. The researchers added that tiger nut extracts might also be effective at fighting antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections.
• Tiger nuts have a history of being used to boost libido.
They’re used as aphrodisiacs in Ayurvedic medicine. In addition, Ghanaians and Nigerians have used tiger nuts for generations to treat erectile dysfunction, increase sperm count and boost libido.
That said, few studies have investigated these supposed aphrodisiac properties.
Study has showed that tiger nuts helped preserve testicular weight and sperm production.
• Protects Against Cardiovascular Disease
The Office of Dietary Supplements of the National Health Institute has stated that vitamin E acts as a catchall reference for different fat-soluble compounds that are rich in antioxidant qualities. Since tiger nuts are rich in vitamin E, all these qualities are present in tiger nut milk and tiger nut flour.
