8 Reasons To Add Pap To Your Diet

 

Pap (also known as Ogi or Akamu) is a popular cereal porridge made from  maize, sorghum or millet that has gone through a fermentation process.

Like all fermented foods, Pap contains

beneficial bacteria which contribute to gut health.

Pap contains enzymes and is rich in vitamins A, B1,B5,B3, C, and Riboflavin, Zinc,  Chromium, Manganese, Copper, Selenium, Potassium, Magnesium, Phosphorus,Folic acid. Also present are  Aminos such as  Valine, Phenylalaline, Tryptophan, Isoleucine and lysine .

It is also full of antioxidants like Lutein, Ferulic Acid and Zeaxanthin which fight free radicals . These free radicals have been linked to various illnesses including cancer. 

Benefits:

1. Boosts Immune system

The fermentation process Pap undergoes makes it rich in Probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria, that boost the Immune system.

2. Heart Health

Consumption of Pap and other Fermented foods has been linked to a lower risk of heart disease.

3. Helps Blood Pressure 

For those on a low sodium diet, Pap makes an excellent food choice. It's high Potassium content helps reduce blood pressure and possibly prevent  high blood pressure and its associated problems in the future.

4. May lower cholesterol

The magnesium, chromium and zinc present in Pap are helpful in lowering LDL cholesterol, which is responsible for plaque formation in the arteries and contributes to circulation problems.

5 Helps kidneys

Pap consumption helps the kidneys  eliminate waste, uric acid and other toxic substances. 

6. May Promote Eye Health

Zeaxanthin has been linked to improved Eye health and Lutein provides protection from oxidative damage .

7. Improves Digestion

Fermentation helps in pre-digesting  food, which makes it much easier for our bodies to digest.

8. Helps Weight Loss

Regular consumption of Pap reduces inflammation, which has been linked with weight gain. Furthermore, the  probiotics present in Pap improve gut health, thus aiding weight loss.

Have you tried our Fresh Corn Pap? It is naturally fermented, pure and  subtly flavoured with ginger and cloves. Also available in other flavours. As with all our products, it is processed and packaged in hygienic conditions.