Moringa has
been used for centuries due to its medicinal properties and health benefits. It
also has anti-fungal, antiviral, antidepressant, and anti-inflammatory
properties. Moringa also known as Moringa oleifera, it’s drumstick’s leaves
powder. Drumsticks are used in sambhar and in curries too.
If you follow a vegan lifestyle or a plant based / dairy-free diet
then Moringa is the superfood for you.
Moringa is an amazing superfood to add into your diet, containing
even more nutrients than egg and dairy-based foods, showing that plant power
really is best.
Moringa are rich in vitamin A, vitamin B1 (thiamine), B2
(riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B-6, folate and ascorbic acid (vitamin C),
calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc. It is extremely low in
fats and contains no harmful cholesterol. It is also contain high level of
antioxidants. Hence, now you know it means it’s a great in diabetes,
controlling cholesterol, excellent for skin and bones. It fights inflammation
and protects our skin for sun damage too. It works wonder for your heart,
support liver and brain function. Moringa contains isothiocyanate and
niaziminin, compounds that help to stop arteries from thickening, which can
cause blood pressure to rise.
Wonderful Facts about Moringa leaf
Moringa contains:
- 17
x more calcium than cow’s milk
- 4
x more protein than eggs
- 25
x more iron than spinach
- 10 x more vitamin A than carrot
- 0.75 x more vitamin C than oranges
- 5 x more potassium than banana
Moringa is slightly sweet with a bitter greens flavour but can be
added into your smoothies, breakfast cereals and even baked into cakes!
How to consume
Have 1 tablespoon a day for 1 month in morning before breakfast or
1 tablet a day (500mg).
Moringa products are available to purchase online.
Side Effects of Moringa
- Anyone considering using moringa is advised to discuss it
with a dietitian or doctor first. There have been very few side
effects reported.
- Moringa may possess anti-fertility qualities and is
therefore not recommended for pregnant women.
- People should always read the label on the extract and
follow dosage instructions.
Some of the medications to be particularly
aware of are:
- Levothyroxine: Used to combat thyroid problems. Compounds
in the moringa leaf may aid the thyroid function, but people should not
take it in combination with other thyroid medication.
- Diabetes medications: Diabetes medications are used to
lower blood sugar, which moringa also does effectively. It is vital to
ensure blood sugar levels do not get too low.
- High blood pressure medication: Moringa has shown to be effective at lowering blood pressure. Taking moringa alongside other drugs that lower blood pressure may result in it becoming too low.
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Thank You!!
Looks like a superfood recipe. I have heard about its health benefits. I will try this Munagaku Karam Podi this weekend. The imagination of eating it with hot rice and ghee makes my mouth watering. Thank You.!
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