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JAMAICA HERB: Breadfruit Tree, leaves, sap, fruit
BREADFRUIT TREE (scientif name: Artocarpus Altilis) The breadfruit tree has a wide range of uses.The fruit itself is consumed in a number of ways. Both the leaves and the sap which runs from the tree is used for various puposes, medicinal and otherwise: a) The tea of breadfruit leaves contain camphoral, is used to lower blood pressure and treat diabetes. b) The sap is applied to contagious skin ailments to prevent their spreading and promote healing. c)The sap can also be boiled to form a rubbery substance that is used…
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Ziggy gives world a taste of Fly Rasta on itunes
Ziggy Marley has produced 5 Solo Albums! He released his first solo album Dragonfly in 2003! World renowned superstar, Ziggy Marley gives fans a taste of his upcoming fifth studio album Fly Rasta on Tuesday, April 8 streamed live through iTunes ‘First Look’ feature. The ten track album features Reggae icon Daddy U-Roy and the Mellody Makers. Following the First Look feature of the album the artiste engages in a twitter iChat with iTunes on Wednesday, April 9.
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