Superfood and star of Ayurvedic medicine, moringa is one of the plants with the highest concentration of nutrients in the world. It is even recommended by the WHO to fight against malnutrition and its associated diseases. Here are the benefits of moringa …
IDENTITY RECORD
Common name: Moringa
Scientific name : Moringa oleifera
Botanical family: Moringaceae
Parts used: leaves, roots, seeds, bark, fruits, flowers
Indications: fatigue, joint pain, immunity, cholesterol, malnutrition
Preparation: powder, oil, herbal tea
Not listed in the list of medicinal plants of the French pharmacopoeia
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Moringa is a large tree (10-12m tall) native to India, but can be found in most tropical countries in Africa, Asia and America. It is not only valuable for repopulate forests (especially in Africa), but it also containsextraordinary nutritional properties.
A nutritious and pain-relieving tree
This plant is drought resistant and poor soils but cannot withstand permanently too low temperatures. It is therefore interesting for all populations (seniors, athletes, adults, etc.) and is suitable for all “diets”.
Thanks to its extreme richness in vitamins (B6, C, B2), minerals, and proteins, moringa is even “recommended” by the World Health Organization (WHO) in India and Africa, for example, in the fight against malnutrition.
Another infallible proof of benefits of moringa, it is one of the few plants on the market that contains the 9 essential amino acids.
6 benefits of moringa
Moringa contains natural substances with powers anti-inflammatory, which will improve the “health” of the joints and relieve chronic pain. Its richness in amino acids and proteins will allow the strengthening of the joints and the maintenance of muscular mass.
The antioxidants will help fight against stress oxidative (or oxidant), “responsible” for many chronic diseases (diabetes, cancer, heart problems, etc.).
Moringa contains a high level of quercetin (a powerful antioxidant), which could help lower blood pressure and lower bad cholesterol levels.
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Moringa contains minerals, amino acids, proteins and vitamins favorable to the good progress of thephysical effort and a good recovery.
Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants (as said above), moringa strengthens the immune system.
The iron and vitamin C contained in the plant help fight anemia and reduce fatigue.
How to use moringa?
All parts of moringa are used in ayurvedic medicine : leaves, roots, seeds, bark, fruits, flowers, to treat various diseases such as asthma, gout, rheumatism, liver problems and inflammation in general.
A few leaves dried in hot water are enough to prepare herbal tea to sip all day long … And even in the evening since moringa contains neither caffeine nor theine! We can therefore consume it without moderation.
In powder form, it is possible to add Moringa to fruit juices, yogurts, smoothies, soups, purees, milk or dressings. The powder can also be sprinkled on fruits and vegetables.
To enjoy the benefits of moringa, you can also extractvegetable oil from its seeds. This oil is then used both in cooking, in cosmetics, lubricants or certain machines requiring bio fuel.
This plant has really very interesting effects and will probably always be more important in herbal medicine and nutrition, both for people living in tropical areas.
Moringa is sold in organic stores in powder form, dried leaves or herbal tea. It can be consumed, for example, as a smoothie or herbal tea.
