MORINGA, THE MIRACLE TREE

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As I write this article I am sipping my Moringa tea and feeling so good.

I have also read a piece from the Bible, Gen 1: 28-31 which says “God blessed them saying to them, “Be fruitful l, multiply, fill the earth and conquer it. Be masters of the fish of the sea, the birds of the heaven and all living animals of the earth.” God said, “See, I give you all the seed bearing plants that are upon the whole earth, and all the trees with seed bearing fruit: THESE SHALL BE YOUR FOOD.

To all wild beasts, all birds of heaven and all living reptiles on earth, I give all the foliage of plants for food.” And so it was. God saw what he had made, and indeed it was very good.”

What I ponder from this passage is twofold:

  • God’s creation is wonderful and beneficial. There is nothing wrong with what God has made.
  • God’s mind is that man’s food is all the seed bearing plants that are upon the whole earth.
  • God made man master of His creation. Man is supposed to have dominion over the creation and manipulate it for his food, wealth, medicine and other benefits.

What is the Moringa tree? It is one of the most awesome of God’s creatures.

It is called the miracle tree, the tree of life, drumstick. Its botanical name is Moringa Oleifera. It grows in Asia, Africa and South America.

It is a super food. Moringa contains a variety of proteins, vitamins, and minerals;

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin B1(thiamine)
  • Vitamin B2(riboflavin)
  • Vitamin  B3(niacin)
  • Vitamin B6
  • Vitamin K and E
  • Vitamin C(folate and ascorbic acid)
  • Calcium
  • Potassium
  • Iron
  • Magnesium
  • Phosphorus
  • Zinc

It is low in fat and contains no cholesterol

HEALTH BENEFITS OF MORINGA

  1. PROTECTION AND NOURISHMENT OF SKIN AND HAIR

Moringa seed oil protects the hair against free radicals and keeps it clean and healthy. Moringa contains proteins which protects skin cells from damage.

Its moisturizing and detoxifying elements boost skin and hair health.

  • TREATING EDEMA

Edema is a painful condition where fluids build up n specific tissues in the body. The anti-inflammatory properties of moringa may prevent edema from developing.

  • GOOD FOR THE STOMACH

Moringa leaves are beneficial against digestive disorders. Those who suffer from constipation, bloating, gastritis, and ulcerative colitis should add moriga leaves to their diet.

Moringa leaves have antibiotic and antimicrobial properties and vitamin B content which aid indigestion.

  • PROTECTING THE LIVER

The moringa leaves accelerate the repair of the liver cells and keeps them healthy. The leaves have a high content of polyphenols that protect against poisons to the liver. They increase the protein levels in the liver.

  • MAKING BONES HEALTHIER

Moringa also contains calcium and phosphorus, two minerals which help to keep bones healthy and strong. Moringa due to its anti-inflammatory properties its extracts can help treat conditions of arthritis and may also heal damaged bones.

  • TREATING MOOD DISORDERS

Moringa is thought to be helpful in treating depression, anxiety, and fatigue.

  • BALANGING BLOOD SUGAR

Rise in insulin and sugar levels can cause mood swings and sugar cravings and even leads to the development of type2 diabetes and obesity. Moringa leaves have been effective in reducing lipid and glucose levels and regulating oxidative stress. Studies have shown lower glucose levels in post menopausal women who took moringa and amaranth leaves.

 8   SUPPORTING BRAIN HEALTH

It is estimated that one in eight people over the age of 65 have Alzheimer’s disease. Moring leaf is high in vitamin C and E, which fight the oxidative stress associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

9 ANTI-STRESS

Moringa leaves protect the body from the toxic effects of stress. They help the body to cope with stress, and can enhance general health and performance.

  1. PROMOTING GOOD VISION

Moringa is a source of vitamin A which contributes to normal vision. Eating moringa can boost your eyes to maintain normal function.

        HOW TO PREPARE MORINGA LEAVES FOR FOOD

  • It can be boiled, steamed for sauce
  • The fresh leaves can be boiled and taken as tea
  • The fresh leaves can be dehydrated by by leaving them in the air. They are then ground into powder and added to sauce, soups and porridge. It can also be taken in hot or cold water as tea or cold drink respectively.

Published by Sr Felicity Therese Drakuru

Hello, I am Sr. Felicity Therese Drakuru, a retired teacher turned writer. I live in Uganda, my home country. I am a Religious Sister belonging to the Little Sisters of Mary Immaculate of Gulu of the Archdiocese of Gulu. I write about the things I like to talk about. My passion is; the most favorable health for me and others. I have developed this passion because of the preventable ill-health I have seen in myself and in others. Some years ago I was diagnosed of hypertension and type 2 diabetes. I know that these diseases come about mainly due to lifestyle more that from inbuilt physiological weaknesses. I have learned that these diseases and a host of others are preventable or curable by what we eat. I have also experienced this due to my healthy foods which have controlled my high blood pressure and blood sugar to normal levels. I want to share this truth with anyone out there and I would like everyone to enjoy optimum health in order to serve the world better. The foods I will write about are mainly plant based foods. In recent years nutritional research has concentrated on the effect of diet on the prevention and treatment of circulatory disease, diabetes, cancer and obesity since these are the most frequent. Research has shown that the abundant consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grain cereals and nuts prevents the initiation of certain cancers or circulatory complications. Through massive research I am in position to tell others which foods and plants can lead to the best health status and possibly prevent, cure or reduce the effects of which diseases.

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