COMMON NAMEÂ : Moringa
OTHER NAMEÂ : Shigru, Horse radish tree, Drumstick tree, Sahijan.
BOTANICAL NAMEÂ : Moringa oleifera Lamk.
PLANT FAMILYÂ : Moringaceae
SYNONYMSÂ : Moringa pterygosperma Gaertn.
PART USEDÂ : Dried Leaf Powder.
Details :
The roots, stems, leaves, seed pods, resin and flowers are considered to be healing herbs in Ayurvedic (traditional Indian healing system) and Unani (traditional Middle Eastern healing system) folk medicine.
Phytoconstituents :
The plant contains 4-hydroxymellein, vanillin, moringine, moringinine, bayrenol, indole acetic acid, indole acetonitrile, benzylisothiocyanate, pterygospermin, cartotene, known flavanoids, polysaccharide, protein components, various essential amino acids, minerals and vitamins, fatty acids and spirochin.
Benefits :
The plant contains vitamin C, which fights a host of illnesses including colds and flu; vitamin A, which acts as a shield against eye disease, skin disease, heart ailments, diarrhea, and many other diseases; Calcium, which builds strong bones and teeth and helps prevent osteoporosis; Potassium, which is essential for the functioning of the brain and nerves, and Proteins, the basic building blocks of all our body cells. Another important point is that Moringa leaves contain all of the essential amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins. It is very rare for a vegetable to contain all of these amino acids and Moringa contains these amino acids in a good proportion, so that they are very useful to our bodies. Moringa leaves could be a great boon to people who do not get protein from meat. Moringa even contains argenine and histidine two amino acids especially important for infants. Argenine and histidine, are especially important for infants who are unable to make enough protein for their growth requirements.
- Moringa powder is a rich source of calcium (24.7% NRV) which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes.
- Moringa is a rich source of iron (32.2% NRV) and calcium (24.7% NRV), both of which support energy-yielding metabolism. A green smoothie with moringa in the morning will keep you feeling nice and energised all day!
- Having healthy eyes and normal vision is something that can often be taken for granted but requires the right nutrition on order to maintain normal function. Moringa is a source of vitamin A (18.9% NRV per serving) which contributes to normal vision.
- Typically used in traditional medicines, recent scientific studies have confirmed that moringa is in fact a successful way to treat diabetes, and is proven to decrease blood glucose level.
- Maintaining strong and healthy bones is an important component of overall health. Moringa oleifera leaves are a rich source of vitamin K (158.7% NRV), protein (25%) and calcium (24.7% NRV) all of which support normal bones.
