PERIWINKLES(Small ~0.25 kg)

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Periwinkles are a good source of protein, low in fat, and rich in essential vitamins and minerals. These include vitamin B12, Iron, Magnesium, and selenium, as well as omega-3 fatty acids. In traditional medicine – used for various ailments – headaches, vertigo, and memory problems. In modern medicine – alkaloids derived from periwinkles are used in chemoterapy to treat certain cancers. (Consult your doctor please)

Note: For best export result, it is removed from shell, hygienically processed – lightly salted, sun/oven-dried or frozen, and vacuum-sealed. Big Size – 1.5kg or 1 Mudu; Small Size – 0.25kg or 1 Cup

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Periwinkles are types of marine snails – small, edible whelks or sea snails a.k.a Isawuru (Yoruba) or Isam (Ibibio). It is one of the majorly eaten food in African homes. It is one of the flavour-adding constituents of most Nija soups like Afang, Egusi, most vegetable soups  etc.

It is organically processed, with no chemical preservatives added, and under strict hygienic condition. It is sold either (removed) from the shells or left in the shell (shelled); For best export result, it is removed from shell, salted, sun/oven-dried or frozen, and vacuum-sealed. Big Size – 1.5kg or 1 Mudu; Small Size – 0.25kg or 1 Cup

Weight 1.2 kg
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