Morinaga is native to the Himalayan Mountains; Moringa
oleifera is nature’s “miracle tree”. It’s packed with 90+ verifiable,
cell-ready vitamins, minerals, vital proteins, antioxidants, omega oils, and
other benefits.
- GRAM FOR GRAM, FRESH MORINGA LEAVES CONTAIN
1 1.Milk
VS Moringa
·
4x
the Calcium of Milk
1.2.Banana
VS Moringa
·
3x
the Potassium of Bananas
1.3.Yogurt
VS Moringa
·
2x
the Protein of Yogurt
1.4.Carrots
VS Moringa
·
4x
the Vitamin A of Carrots
1.5.Oranges
VS Moringa
·
7x
the Vitamin C of Oranges
2.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF MORINGA
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Delivers
anti-inflammatory support
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Promotes
healthy digestion
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Heightens
mental clarity
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Increases
energy
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Provides
natural anti-aging benefits
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Nourishes
body's immune system
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Regulates
blood glucose levels
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Promotes
healthy circulation
3.
HAVE ALL 9 ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS
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Arginine,
Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Tryptophan,
Valine
4. HAVE 9 ADDITIONAL AMINO
ACIDS
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Alanine,
Aspartic Acid, Cystine, Glutamine, Glycine, Histidine, Proline, Serine,
Tyrosine
5. CONTAINES OTHER BENEFICIAL
NUTRIENTS
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Chlorophyll,
Carotenoids, Cytokinins, Flavonoids, Omega (3, 6, 9) oils, Plant Sterols,
Polyphenols, Lutein, Xanthins, Rutin, and more
- RICH
IN VITAMINS
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Vitamin
A (Alpha and Beta-Carotene), B, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C, D, E, K, Folate
(Folic Acid), Biotin, and more
- RICH
IN MINERALS
Ø
Calcium,
Chloride, Chromium, Copper, Fluorine, Iron, Manganese, Magnesium, Molybdenum,
Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium, Selenium, Sulfur, Zinc
Moringa
= Healer + Nourisher + Beautician + Humanitarian Moringa (Shiferaw) is a fast-growing tree native to South Asia and now found in different places including in different parts of Ethiopia. Its leaves have been used as part of traditional medicine for centuries, and the Ayurvedic system of medicine associates it with the cure or prevention of about 300 diseases. In Ethiopia as well many people use it for different health befits.
Moringa, sometimes described as the “miracle tree,” “drumstick tree,” or “horseradish tree,” has small, rounded leaves that are packed with an incredible amount of nutrition: protein, calcium, beta carotene, vitamin C, potassium. No wonder it’s been used medicinally (and as a food source) for at least 4,000 years.
The fact that moringa grows rapidly and easily makes it especially appealing for impoverished areas, and it’s been used successfully for boosting nutritional intake in Malawi, Senegal, and India. In these areas, moringa may be the most nutritious food locally available, and it can be harvested year-round.
6 Reasons Why Moringa Is Being Hailed as a Super-food
1. A Rich Nutritional Profile
Moringa leaves are loaded with vitamins, minerals, essential amino acids, and more. One hundred grams of dry moringa leaf contains:
· 9 times the protein of yogurt
· 10 times the vitamin A of carrots
· 15 times the potassium of bananas
· 17 times the calcium of milk
· 12 times the vitamin C of oranges
· 25 times the iron of spinach
2. Antioxidants Galore
Moringa leaves are rich in antioxidant, including vitamin C, beta-carotene, quercetin, and chlorogenic acid. The latter, chlorogenic acid, has been shown to slow cells' absorption of sugar and animal studies have found it to lower blood sugar levels. As noted in the Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention:
“The leaves of the Moringa oleifera tree have been reported to demonstrate antioxidant activity due to its high amount of polyphenols.
Moringa oleifera extracts of both mature and tender leaves exhibit strong antioxidant activity against free radicals, prevent oxidative damage to major biomolecules, and give significant protection against oxidative damage.”
Further, in a study of women taking 1.5 teaspoons of moringa leaf powder daily for three months, blood levels of antioxidants increased significantly.
3. Lower Blood Sugar Levels
Moringa appears to have anti-diabetic effects, likely due to beneficial plant compounds contained in the leaves, including is othiocyanates. One study found women who took seven grams of moringa leaf powder daily for three months reduced their fasting blood sugar levels by 13.5 percent.
Separate research revealed that adding 50 grams of moringa leaves to a meal reduced the rise in blood sugar by 21 percent among diabetic patients.
4. Reduce Inflammation
The isothiocyanates, flavonoids, and phenolic acids in moringa leaves, pods, and seeds also have anti-inflammatory properties. According to the Epoch Times:
“The tree’s strong anti-inflammatory action is traditionally used to treat stomach ulcers. Moringa oil (sometimes called Ben oil) has been shown to protect the liver from chronic inflammation. The oil is unique in that, unlike most vegetable oils, moringa resists rancidity.
This quality makes it a good preservative for foods that can spoil quickly. This sweet oil is used for both frying or in a salad dressing. It is also used topically to treat antifungal problems, arthritis, and is an excellent skin moisturizer.”
5. Maintain Healthy Cholesterol Levels
Moringa also has cholesterol-lowering properties, and one animal study found its effects were comparable to those of the cholesterol-lowering drug simvastatin. As noted in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology:
“Moringa oleifera is used in Thai traditional medicine as cardiotonic. Recent studies demonstrated its hypocholesterolemic effect. Different research results indicate that this plant possesses antioxidant, hypolipidaemic, and antiatherosclerotic activities, and has therapeutic potential for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.”
6. Protect Against Arsenic Toxicity
The leaves and seeds of moringa may protect against some of the effects of arsenic toxicity, which is especially important in light of news that common staple foods, such as rice, may be contaminated. Contamination of ground water by arsenic has also become a cause of global public health concern, and one study revealed:
“Co-administration of M. oleifera [moringa] seed powder (250 and 500 mg/kg, orally) with arsenic significantly increased the activities of SOD [superoxide dismutase], catalase, and GPx with elevation in reduced GSH level in tissues (liver, kidney, and brain).
These changes were accompanied by approximately 57%, 64%, and 17% decrease in blood ROS [reactive oxygen species], liver metallothionein (MT), and lipid peroxidation respectively in animal co-administered with M. oleifera and arsenic.
Another interesting observation has been the reduced uptake of arsenic in soft tissues (55% in blood, 65% in liver, 54% in kidneys, and 34% in brain) following administration of M. oleifera seed powder (particularly at the dose of 500 mg/kg).
It can thus be concluded from the present study that concomitant administration of M. oleifera seed powder with arsenic could significantly protect animals from oxidative stress and in reducing tissue arsenic concentration. Administration of M. Oleifera seed powder thus could also be beneficial during chelation therapy…”
Moringa Leaves May Even Purify Water and More
From a digestive standpoint, moringa is high in fiber that, as the Epoch Times put it, “works like a mop in your intestines… to clean up any of that extra grunge left over from a greasy diet.” Also noteworthy are its isothiocyanates, which have anti-bacterial properties that may help to rid your body of H. pylori, a bacteria implicated in gastritis, ulcers, and gastric cancer. Moringa seeds have even been found to work better for water purification than many of the conventional synthetic materials in use today.
How to Use Moringa
If you have access to a moringa tree, you can use the fresh leaves in your meals; they have a flavor similar to a radish. Toss them like a salad, blend them into smoothies, or steam them like spinach. Another option is to use moringa powder, either in supplement form or added to smoothies, soups, and other foods for extra nutrition. Moringa powder has a distinctive “green” flavor, so you may want to start out slowly when adding it to your meals.
You can also use organic, cold-pressed moringa oil (or ben oil), although it’s expensive,about 15 times more than olive oil.
How to use Moringa
Taking By Mouth
· Asthma. In an early study, taking 3 grams of moringa twice daily for three weeks reduced asthma symptoms and the severity of asthma attacks in adults.
· Increasing breast milk production. Early evidence suggests that taking 250 mg of a specific moringa supplement (Natalac) twice daily after childbirth increases breast milk production.
· “Tired blood” (anemia), Arthritis, Cancer, Constipation, Birth control, Diabetes, Diarrhea, Epilepsy, Stomach pain (Gastritis), Stomach and intestinal ulcers, Headache, Heart problems, High blood pressure, Kidney stones, Swelling (inflammation),Thyroid disorders, Infections. As a nutritional supplement, Stimulating immunity, Increasing sex drive and other conditions.
Applying to the skin
· Athlete’s foot, Dandruff, Warts, Skin infections, Snakebites, Gum disease (gingivitis), other conditions.
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