Moringa
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Moringa is native to India and cultivated in other tropical and subtropical regions such as Asia and Africa. It is used both as food and in traditional medicine. The leaves, pods, and seeds are particularly recognized for their nutritional and medicinal value.
Nutritional value
- Moringa leaves are considered a “superfood” due to their rich nutritional profile.
- More vitamin C than oranges, vitamin A than carrots, calcium than milk, protein than yogurt, potassium than bananas, and iron than spinach.
- The leaves are also packed with antioxidants, which help protect cells from damage and may boost the immune system.
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A handful of seeds from Peter’s garden
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Moringa (scientific name: Moringa oleifera), also known as the “drumstick tree”, “horseradish tree”, or “miracle tree”, is a plant native to India and cultivated in other tropical and subtropical regions such as Asia and Africa. It is used both as food and in traditional medicine. The leaves, pods, and seeds are particularly recognized for their nutritional and medicinal value.
Nutritional value
- Moringa leaves are considered a “superfood” due to their rich nutritional profile.
- They contain a wide array of vitamins, minerals, and essential amino acids, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
- For instance, moringa is said to contain more vitamin C than oranges, vitamin A than carrots, calcium than milk, protein than yogurt, potassium than bananas, and iron than spinach.
- The leaves are also packed with antioxidants, which help protect cells from damage and may boost the immune system.
Traditional uses
- Traditionally, different parts of the moringa tree, including the leaves, seeds, bark, and roots, have been used in folk medicine for various conditions.
- These include treating conditions like diabetes, inflammation, infections, and even some cancers.
- It has also been used as a galactogogue (to increase milk supply) in nursing mothers, particularly in Asia, though studies on its effectiveness have yielded mixed results.
Potential health benefits (preliminary research)
- Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory: Moringa’s antioxidants are believed to protect against oxidative stress and inflammation..
- Diabetes: Some studies suggest moringa may help lower blood sugar levels and improve how the body processes sugar.
- Heart Health: Preliminary research indicates it may help lower cholesterol levels and blood pressure.
- Anti-Cancer: Laboratory studies have explored the potential of moringa extracts to slow cancer cell growth and enhance chemotherapy effectiveness.
- Wound Healing: Moringa is traditionally used to aid wound healing, and research suggests it may promote this process.
- Other Potential Benefits: Moringa may also be beneficial for protecting the liver, treating stomach upset, fighting bacterial infections, improving eye health, and supporting cognitive function.
Forms of moringa
- Moringa is available in various forms, including fresh or dried leaves, powders, capsules, oils, and teas.
Moringa is a nutrient-dense plant with a long history of traditional use.
A handful of seeds from Peter’s garden
** USA Sales Only **
Availability: 3 in stock
