Malunggay, scientifically known as Moringa Oleifera, is a tree that has numerous health advantages and is widely grown in South Asia. Moringa Oleifera has multiple English names or phrases in different nations due to its increasing popularity. It is a plant that provides numerous health advantages in all of its parts, including moringa leaves, oil, seeds, sap, bark, and even moringa leaf powder. Moringa reigns supreme when it comes to health benefits and it is one of the few complete protein sources found in plants. It is considered a miracle food since it includes all nine essential amino acids. Moringa has been included in a variety of products and supplements to efficiently nourish one's health. Studies show that moringa has thirty times the amount of iron and one hundred times the amount of calcium as spinach and moringa blossoms were shown to be high in kaempferol, an anti-cancer compound. The plant's leaves and petals also included a bioactive chemical called quercetin, as well as its synthesizing agents. Metabolic diseases can be treated with quercetin and its synthesis agents. Specific enzymes that increase glucose tolerance and lipid metabolism have been confirmed in Moringa oleifera seeds and anti-cancer agents ursolic and oleanic acids, as well as their producing enzymes, were abundant, notably in the roots. Vitamin C levels were also found to be high in all of the plant tissues examined (leaf, root, stem, seed, and flower).
Moringa's characteristics and health benefits have been studied recently, and it has been found to be effective in a variety of situations. Moringa leaves have a significant amount of B vitamins, which are essential for a healthy metabolism. It also contains fiber, which aids digestion and promotes regular bowel movements. We all know that Calcium is commonly obtained from milk, but did you know that moringa leaves contain more than four times the calcium found in milk? That is correct! Calcium not only promotes bone health, but it also promotes muscle mass and growth. Furthermore, vitamin A is rich in moringa leaves, which stimulates immune system growth and development as well as healthy vision. Vitamin A is abundant in carrots, but moringa leaves have four times the amount of Vitamin A found in a conventional carrot.
Moringa is a tree with exceptionally nutritious leaves, fruits, and oil. Because of the multiple benefits it can bring, many people consider it a tree of life. It is a simple plant to grow that may produce an endless supply of nutritious leaves if properly planted. It can be added to a variety of recipes and cuisines to boost the nutritional value of our meals. Moringa is definitely beneficial; let us eat and cultivate more of it for the sake of our health and the environment.
PDO I Ayesa Gay A. Bejerano, RND
References:
Scientists discover secrets of Moringa Oleifera
https://vgwellness.com/scientists-discover-secrets-of-moringa-oleifera/
15 wonder health benefits of Malunggay
https://filipinohealthline.com/2019/11/01/15-wonder-health-benefits-of-malunggay/
The secret superpowers of Moringa
https://clubmagichour.com/blogs/news/the-secret-superpowers-of-moringa
