Health Benefits Of Moringa

What is Moringa? Scientifically called Moringa Oleifera, is a variety of small tree, which grows to a maximum height of 5 to 10 meters. Where is it found? Moringa is grown everywhere across the world.  Why is it cultivated? Moringa is known to have many health benefits and is therefore widely cultivated.

What are the medicinal values of Moringa?

The Moringa plant has many medicinal and nutritional values. It contains about 90 nutrients and also has46 anti oxidants and is therefore rated highly as a nutritious food.

Which part of the tree is useful?

Each and every part of the tree is edible and is full of nutritional values. Moringa is rightly called a miracle tree.

In what form is it consumed:

·             The leaves, which are a powerhouse of minerals, can be used to make tea and can be used in place of spinach.

·             Moringa leaf powder is rich in nutrition. This powder does not go bad and can be used whenever required.

·             Moringa seed oil keeps hair and skin healthy.

·             Roots are used ito make supplements.

How does it help our body?

·             It protects our skin and hair and skin and keeps it healthy too.

·             It has anti inflammatory properties that can prevent the development of edema.

·             It is known to protect and repair the liver from damage caused by certain drugs.

·             Moringa also helps to prevent cancer.

·             It can treat stomach disorders as it is antibiotic and naturally antibacterial.

·             Helps the body to fight against anemia, cholesterol and arthritis and many more.

Moringa leaves or seeds does a world of good to our body whether taken in the dried Moringa powder form or eaten fresh or cooked. But its goodness is still under research.