Moringa is a plant that is native to the sub-Himalayan areas of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. The leaves, bark, flowers, fruit, seeds, and root are used to make medicine. Containing over 90 nutrients and 46 antioxidants, Moringa (Moringa Oleifera) is one of nature's most nutritious foods. Ideal for helping our bodies maintain optimum health, the nutrition in this miraculous tree has been traditionally used to treat over 300 different diseases and disorders. Moringa leaves are highly nutritious and are rich in vitamins K, A, C, B6, Manganese, Magnesium, Riboflavin, Calcium, Thiamin, Potassium, Iron, Protein, and Niacin. Ounce for ounce, moringa contains seven times the Vitamin C found in oranges, four times the beta carotene of carrots, three times the iron of spinach, four times as much calcium as milk and three times the potassium of bananas. Moringa also contains all 8 essential amino acids and is rich in flavonoids, including Quercetin, Kaempferol, Beta-Sitosterol, Caffeoylquinic acid and Zeatin. Moringa is used for :
- tired blood (anemia)
- arthritis and other joint pain (rheumatism)
- asthma
- cancer
- constipation
- diabetes
- diarrhea
- epilepsy
- stomach pain
- stomach and intestinal ulcers
- intestinal spasms
- headache
- heart problems
- high blood pressure
- kidney stones
- fluid retention
- thyroid disorders
- and bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic infections. Moringa is also used for :
- reduce swelling
- increase sex drive (as an aphrodisiac)
- prevent pregnancy
- boost the immune system,
- and increase breast milk production. Moringa is sometimes applied directly to the skin as a germ-killer or drying agent (astringent). It is also used topically for treating pockets of infection (abscesses), athlete’s foot, dandruff, gum disease (gingivitis), snakebites, warts, and wounds. Moringa is an important food source in some parts of the world. Because it can be grown cheaply and easily, and the leaves retain lots of vitamins and minerals when dried, moringa is used in India and Africa in feeding programs to fight malnutrition. How does it work?Moringa contains proteins, vitamins, and minerals. As an antioxidant, it seems to help protect cells from damage. This Moringa powder is made from the freshly harvested leaves of the Moringa oleifera tree. Fresh Moringa powder has a deep green color and a rich nutty smell.It dissolves easily into water or juice and is an excellent ingredient in a variety of healthy recipes. Dried using low temperature to prevent the loss of the vital nutrients some of which are heat sensitive.
