DESCRIPTION
Overview Information
Moringa is a plant that is native to the sub-Himalayan areas of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. It is also grown in the tropics. The leaves, bark, flowers, fruit, seeds, and root are used to make medicine.
Moringa is an important food source and called green food Because it can be retain lots of vitamins and minerals when dried, moringa is used in India, Pakistan and Africa in feeding programs to fight malnutrition.
Moringa is used for “tired blood” (anemia); arthritis and other joint pain (rheumatism); asthma; cancer; constipation; diabetes; diarrhea; epilepsy; stomach pain; stomach and intestinal ulcers; intestinal spasms; headache; heart problems; high blood pressure; kidney stones; fluid retention; thyroid disorders; and bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic infections.
Moringa is also used to reduce swelling, increase sex drive (as an aphrodisiac), prevent pregnancy, boost the immune system, and increase breast milk production. Some people use it as a nutritional supplement or tonic.
Moringa is sometimes applied directly to the skin as a germ-killer or drying agent (astringent). It is also used topically for treating pockets of infection (abscesses), athlete’s foot, dandruff, gum disease (gingivitis), snakebites, warts, and wounds.
Moringa is an important food source and called green food Because it can be retain lots of vitamins and minerals when dried, moringa is used in India, Pakistan and Africa in feeding programs to fight malnutrition.
How does it work?
Moringa contains proteins, vitamins, and minerals. As an antioxidant, it seems to help protect cells from damag
Uses & Effectiveness?
- Asthma. Early research shows that taking 3 grams of moringa twice daily for 3 weeks reduces the severity of asthma symptoms and improves lung function in adults with mild to moderate asthma.
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- Diabetes. The effect of moringa on diabetes control is unclear. Some early research shows that taking moringa tablets along with a type medicine called sulfonylureas does not improve blood sugar control as measured by hemoglobin A1C levels. But it does seem to reduce fasting and post-meal blood sugar levels compared to taking sulfonylureas alone in people with diabetes. Other research also shows that ttaking moringa drumstick leaves with meals might also reduce post-meal blood sugar levels in people with diabetes not taking medications for diabetes.
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- Increasing breast milk production. Research regarding the effects of moringa for increasing breast milk production is positive. Some early research shows that moringa increases milk production, An analysis of data from five clinical studies shows that moringa moderately increases milk product after one week of use when started on postpartum day 3.
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- Malnutrition. Early research shows that adding moringa powder to food for 2 months helps improve weight in malnourished children.
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- Menopausal symptoms. Early research shows that adding fresh moringa leaves to food for 3 months improves menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and sleeping problems in healthy, postmenopausal women.
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Weight loss. Early research shows that taking a product containing moringa and other ingredients reduce weight. it might improve body composition by reducing the amount of fat mass and increasing the amount of lean mass. The effect of moringa alone on weight loss is not kn Protecting
kidney disorders
People may be less likely to develop stones in the kidneys, bladder or uterus if they ingest moringa extract. Moringa contains high levels of antioxidants that might aid toxicity levels in the kidneys
Key Benfits
- “Tired blood” (anemia).
- Arthritis.
- As a nutritional supplement.
- Athlete’s foot.
- Birth control.
- Cancer.
- Constipation.
- Dandruff.
- Diarrhea.
- Epilepsy.
- Gum disease (gingivitis).
- Headache.
- Heart problems.
- High blood pressure.
- Increasing sex drive.
- Infections.
- Kidney stones.
- Skin infections.
- Snakebites.
- Stimulating immunity.
- Stomach and intestinal ulcers.
- Stomach pain (gastritis).
- Swelling (inflammation).
- Thyroid disorders.
- Warts.
- Dosing
- The appropriate dose of moringa depends on several factors such as the user’s age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for moringa. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcareprofessional before using.
