what is moringa?
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Moringa has been referred to as the miracle tree not just for its nutritional value, but for its many uses. The ancient world used the tree for a variety of uses and now many in sub-Saharan Africa are finding out the uses of this powerful tree. It goes by many names, but is known by most as "The Miracle Tree".TRANSCRIPT
Moringa has been referred to as the miracle tree not just for its nutritional value, but for its many uses. The ancient world used the tree for a variety of uses and now many in sub-Saharan Africa are finding out the uses of this powerful tree. It goes by many names, but is known by most as "The Miracle Tree".
Moringa comes in thirteen different varieties. Most varieties grow in Asia and Africa with the most widely grown variety being Moringa Oleifera. It is a hardy variety able to withstand the drought season and roots sturdy enough to withstand high wings and a long Sub-Sahara rainy season. Moringa leaf powder is the most widely used portion of the plant.
Moringa Benefits
The possibilities are endless. Here are just a handful of the many real benefits people discover when taking Moringa Oleifera:
1. Increased physical energy - Tune up your system with natural nutrients to make your energy last longer.
2. Mental and emotional balance - Moringa Oleifera’s amazingly powerful nutrient compounds help restore stability to the chemicals that govern our thoughts and emotions. You need to experience it to appreciate it!
3. Faster recovery - Moringa Oleifera’s complete amino profile, together with a multitude of nutritional supplements, makes it an ideal recovery food after grueling workouts and physical strain.
4. Nutrient-dense mother's milk - Increased iron, potassium, Vitamins A, B, C, E, and dozens of other important nutrients are all readily absorbed from Moringa Oleifera and transferred from mother's milk to the growing newborn. No surprise Moringa is known as 'Mother's Best Friend' in cultures across Africa!
5. Healthy blood glucose levels - antioxidants and unique regulating compounds help control blood glucose and keep the blood free of unhealthy substances.
Just a few of the other benefits of Moringa Oleifera include increased flexibility, improved sensory perception, better sleep cycles, decreased anxiety and depression, and improved memory. Moringa has been employed to assist those with diabetes, arthritis and high blood pressure.