Garden egg(Solanum Melongena), is a fruit, but an unusual kind of fruit, it is often considered a vegetable, though biologically it is classified as a berry, that is. its skin and seeds are edible(can be eaten). 

They are commonly called 'Eggplant' in the US and 'Aubergine' in the UK. It is also called 'Igba' among the Yoruba(s) of West Africa(Nigeria).

Garden eggs and it leaves are good sources of Vitamins and Minerals, and have a lot of health benefits. 

Garden eggs have been known as an anti-cancer fruits for a very long time.

It provides the body with Fat-soluble Vitamins and water-Soluble Vitamins which are rich in Thiamin(Vitamin B6), required for normal growth and proper functioning of the heart and nervous system. It positively helps with heart problems and it helps to make the weight reduction more achievable. 

It is good for patients suffering from Glaucoma, because it helps in reducing the eye pressure, and doesn't have any side effects,even when taken in large quantity 

Its rich in Potassium, the compound necessary to maintaining the function of the heart, hereby regulating blood pressure. 

It could be employed in the treatment of Stomach Ulcers, at the same time effective in reducing blood cholesterol. 

With Vitamin K and Biaflavonoids, garden eggs prevents blood clotting, by strengthening the capillaries. 

Most importantly garden egg helps in the control of high blood pressure and relieves stress. 

Its leaves are not left out because it also contains Vitamins and Nutrients. 

The leaves are being used in the preparation of Vegetable stews and Yam dishes and are called "akwukwo anara" and "efo Igbo" in the Eastern and southwestern part of Nigeria. 

The leaves are good for pregnant women as it could supply them with the essential Vitamins and Minerals that are needed. It also promotes Fertility.

It provides women with micro-nutrients which help in improving blood level and it's also a good natural blood-tonic for Anemic patients. 

The leaves can be used to reduce swelling and prevent cancer-causing inflammations, because it contains an anti-inflammatory property. 

So next time you come across the garden egg, take it as a health wise treasure chest!