MORINGA! WHAT IS MORINGA? HEALTH BENEFITS AND USES OF MORINGA!

 Moringa, also known as the drumstick tree in English.   

Botanical name is Moringa oleifera and belong to the family of Moringaceae, Synonyms Moringa pterygosperma . Urdu name is Sohanjna , in Bengali Sojna , in Pashto Sohanjna , in Sanskrit Sobhanjana, in Sindhi Sohanjaro, in Punjabi Soanjana, in Chinese La Ken and in Hindi Segva, Shajna, Soanjna. 

Moringa plant native to India and Pakistan that has been used for centuries due to its health benefits .

 It is a tree with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that contains many essential compounds such as vitamins A, B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), C (ascorbic acid), calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, and phosphorus . 

Moringa’s health benefits may range from speeding up wound healing to managing blood glucose .

Here are some of the possible benefits of moringa:

Protecting and nourishing skin and hair: Research involving animals has suggested that moringa seed oil may help heal skin wounds more quickly by reducing oxidative stress. Moringa seed oil may also have benefits for hair health.

Treating edema: 

Edema is when fluid builds up in body tissues, for instance, because of inflammation. In one study, applying moringa seed oil reduced skin inflammation in mice with ear edema. This suggests the anti-inflammatory properties of moringa may help treat ear edema .

Protecting the liver:

 Moringa might help protect the liver against nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. In one study, researchers fed guinea pigs a diet containing moringa leaves. Those that consumed a higher concentration of moringa had lower cholesterol  and triglyceride levels and less inflammation in  their liver .

Preventing and treating cancer:

 

Moringa contains properties that might help prevent cancer. For example, it contains niazimicin, a compound that suppresses the development of cancer cells. According to some scientists, extracts of moringa leaf, bark, and other parts of the plant may have properties that can kill cancer cells. If further research confirms this, they could prove useful in treating breast, liver, colorectal, and other cancers .

Treating stomach upset:

 Moringa extracts might help treat some stomach disorders. For instance: The fibrous pods can benefit digestive health and may help prevent colon cancer. Moringa leaves have shown a laxative effect, making moringa a possible option for constipation. In one study, moringa reduced stomach acidity by around 85%, suggesting it could prevent peptic ulcers. Moringa’s antibiotic and antibacterial properties may help prevent the growth of pathogens that can cause infections .

Please note that while moringa has many potential health benefits, more research is needed to confirm these effects in humans.

Moringa Salad Recipe!

Potato Salad with Moringa Leaves:

 This salad is a spicy sauté of moringa leaves, potatoes, and a whole lot of flavor! 

The recipe calls for 2 cups of Moringa, 

8 medium red potatoes, 

1 onion, 3 cloves of garlic, 

2 teaspoons of fresh ginger (grated),

 2 teaspoons of ground coriander,

 ½ teaspoon of ground turmeric,

 ½ teaspoon of chili powder (and/or 1 teaspoon chili flakes), 

3 tablespoons of oil (of your choice),

 salt and pepper to taste, 

and fresh cilantro to garnish.

It's Call

ed Herbs treat and taste!