Kola nut
The kola nut is the fruit of the kola tree (Cola acuminata and Cola nitida), indigenous to West Africa.
Kola nuts have a bitter taste when chewed fresh but the taste becomes milder when dried.
The nut is used in energy drinks production and as a supplement to increase energy or improve health. Kola nut is believed to have various health benefits some of which are: boost to metabolism, increase in circulation, boost to energy levels, antibacterial benefits.