MORINGA HEALTH BENEFITS
A rich source of Protein, Vitamins & Antioxidants
Moringa is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that is cultivated in tropical and subtropical areas throughout Asia, Africa, and South America. Known by many names (Moringa, drumstick tree, horseradish tree, and ben oil tree or benzoil tree) the most fitting is its moniker of “Miracle Tree.” Almost every part of the plant, including the leaves, bark, flowers, and seeds, can be used for medicinal purposes.
One of the most nutritionally dense plants in the world.
While Moringa grows in tropical regions around the world, the dry, clean, mineral-rich soils of West Africa, unpolluted by industry, produces trees of superior quality.
Moringa has traditionally been used for generations throughout Africa to treat and prevent diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, anemia, arthritis, liver disease, respiratory, skin, and digestive disorders.
A Summary of Moringa's Powerful Health Benefits
As reviewed by researchers at John’s Hopkins University School of Medicine, Department of Pharmacology and Molecular Science “Moringa trees have been used to combat malnutrition, especially among infants and nursing mothers. Over the past two decades, many reports have appeared in mainstream scientific journals describing its nutritional and medicinal properties.” It was additionally noted as having antifungal, antiviral, antidepressant, and anti-inflammatory properties, which are beneficial to supporting the healing process for various ailments.
Trees for Life Journal - Moringa oleifera: A Review of the Medical Evidence for Its Nutritional, Therapeutic, and Prophylactic Properties. Part 1.
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Plant based protein that provides energy without the caffeine crash
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Protects the liver
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Fights inflammation
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Lowers cholesterol
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Helps maintain a healthy weight
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Relief from stomach disorders, allergies, and edema
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Helps reduce some diabetes symptoms – Moringa leaf powder has been effective at reducing lipid and glucose levels and regulating oxidative stress in diabetic patients, which means it lowers blood sugar and cholesterol and improves protection against cell damage.
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Boosts skin health – anti-aging compounds that scale back the consequences of oxidative stress and inflammation including vitamin C, polyphenols, beta-carotene, quercetin, and chlorogenic acid
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Promotes hair growth
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Improves cardiovascular health
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Potent antibacterial and antifungal properties