The chaffs obtained during the oil extraction of egusi seeds can be used for making a snack called fried cake. The seeds can also be fermented and used for making a local spice known as ogiri. Due to its high oil content, egusi seeds can be used for making margarine, butter and animal feed.
Other benefits includes: it's anti-inflammatory; it fights cancer; it contains anti-arthritics properties; it used for dermatological purposes; it aids digestion and boost appetite, etc