The moringa tree is a native tree in India, but it has been planted in different parts of the world because of its valuable benefits. Almost all of the parts of the moringa tree can be used in food and medicinal purposes. Even its seeds and flowers are extremely beneficial and are being studied for their uses in water filtration.Continue Reading
The leaves of the moringa tree offer the most benefits. In South Asian countries, the locals boil the leaves and feed the soup to babies because it is good source of Vitamins A, B and C. The boiled leaves are also consumed to fight off anemia, as they contain a large amount of iron. Although some minerals and vitamins are lost when the leaves are boiled, boiling them actually enhances their antioxidant properties.
Moringa leaves and pods are also high in calcium, iron, protein, and sulphur. In countries where the moringa tree thrives, leaves are dried in the shade to lessen the loss of vitamins; they are then stored in dry, opaque containers. The leaves can then be made into powder and put into small capsules to be consumed as a moringa supplement. According to the ECHO Community, six rounded teaspoonfuls of dried moringa leaf powder can satisfy an expecting mother's daily calcium and iron needs. Oil can also be extracted from mature moringa seed pods. This oil is high in antioxidants and can also be used to lubricate delicate mechanisms.Learn more about Botany