Moringa oleifera is a plant which grows in South Asia and now found throughout the tropics. 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. Moringa, sometimes described as the “miracle tree,” “drumstick tree,” or “horseradish tree.
Both the leaves and the pods of the drumstick plant are rich sources of so many types of vitamins and minerals. In fact, its leaves are packed with more nutrients than the pods. Despite this, just 1 cup of the fresh pods supply up to 157{64269450f5507e47f72d388803cf42f72ae561c6cbc2a263afd3460a855b3d20} of your RDA of vitamin C.
Just 1 cup of fresh leaves offer the following nutrients:
- Vitamin B6 – 19{64269450f5507e47f72d388803cf42f72ae561c6cbc2a263afd3460a855b3d20} of your daily allowance
- Vitamin A – 9{64269450f5507e47f72d388803cf42f72ae561c6cbc2a263afd3460a855b3d20}
- Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) – 11{64269450f5507e47f72d388803cf42f72ae561c6cbc2a263afd3460a855b3d20}
- Vitamin C – 12{64269450f5507e47f72d388803cf42f72ae561c6cbc2a263afd3460a855b3d20}
- Proteins – 2g
- Iron – 11{64269450f5507e47f72d388803cf42f72ae561c6cbc2a263afd3460a855b3d20}
- Magnesium – 8{64269450f5507e47f72d388803cf42f72ae561c6cbc2a263afd3460a855b3d20}
The dried leaves of drumstick are available as dietary supplements in the West. But it will be best to grow the plant in your home to enjoy its natural benefits.
Based on scientific studies, this plant has many health benefits, and this article outlines 7 reasons why you should include its leaves and fruits into your diet
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1. Stronger Bones
Consuming Moringa oleifera can help improve your bone density. It is loaded with iron and calcium, which helps in not only preventing bone density loss, but it also strengthens your bones.
You should especially give it to growing kids for stronger and better bone growth. It also helps boost your physical stamina.
2. Anti-cancer properties
The fruit is packed with antioxidants which fight free radicals and prevent the formation of cancer. It also contains chlorogenic acid and quercetin, two powerful antioxidants which act by negating free radical activity in the body. The anti-cancer properties can prevent the growth of tumors and cancerous cells.
3. Giving Relief from Headaches
The root of this plant can relieve headache. Take its roots and extract its juice. Mix the juice and jaggery in equal amounts and take it. You will get almost immediate relief from the ache.
4. Treat eye problems
The plant can help in eye problems, including conjunctivitis. Just take some leaves, grind and mix them with some water and apply the paste on the eyes. In order to treat other issues such as corneal disorders or eye swelling, mix the juice of Moringa plant with some honey, and apply it on your eyes just like eyeliner.
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5. Lower Blood Sugar
If you are diabetic and can’t keep your blood sugar levels under control, Moringa oleifera can be a natural way to manage your diabetes. If your blood sugar levels remain uncontrollable for a long time, it can increase the risk of so many types of health conditions including heart disease.
Many studies show that using the drumstick plant has positive benefits in lowering blood sugar levels. Most of these studies are conducted on animal subjects. There are however some studies based on human subjects too.
According to one study involving 30 women, who were given 7g of leaf powder daily for 3 months, the subjects had their blood sugar levels reduced by 13.5{64269450f5507e47f72d388803cf42f72ae561c6cbc2a263afd3460a855b3d20}.
6. Purify the blood
The drumstick pods and its leaves are great in purifying the blood. You can make a soup that is great in fighting acne and other skin issues. The juice can be applied on acne or pimples and help the areas heal faster due to its antibiotic properties.
7. Anti-Aging Food
The high levels of vitamin A in the plant slows down the natural process of aging, prevents vision loss and strengthens the immune system and the overall body.
Many people don’t know much about moringa. Add this natural food to your diet and you will notice dramatic changes in your health.
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