Once in a while I run across an herb which is so spectacular in it’s properties that I have to say something. The plant holds a special place in my heart because it was introduced to the United States by my mentor and Ghanian botanist, Dr. Kweku Andoh. If we could identify the biblical tree of life with a plant in our midst today, many herbalists would say it is the Moringa tree. Moringa is an herb widely used in African and Indian traditional medicine for a host of ailments. By all definitions it can be called a superfood due the abundance of nutrients found in it's various parts. It is packed with an array of vital nutrients including vitamins, minerals, proteins and antioxidants.
Ounce for ounce, Moringa has more vitamin C than oranges, more calcium than milk, more potassium than bananas and more iron than spinach! And if that is not enough, Moringa also contains all of the essential amino acids making it a complete protein. This is especially beneficial to vegetarians who can sometimes don't get enough complete protein in thier diet.
There are over 46 Antioxidants & 36 Anti-Inflammatory compounds in the Moringa plant. The more antioxidants in the body the less aging and disease. Almost all diseases, especially age-related diseases, start with chronic inflammation. If the inflammation can be corrected many of the infirmities of aging can be prevented or reversed. The leaves contain All 8 Essential Amino Acids and 18 Amino Acids in all. It is rich in Omega 3, Omega 6, and Omega 9 oils.· In addition to this, Moringa is the highest source of chlorophyll in the plant kingdom! Chlorophyll is very important in helping the body reach a balanced pH level and protect it from the pernicious influence of external toxins.
Moringa leaf is used extensively by traditional herbalist in Africa and Asia for treating a wide range of simple and chronic illnesses including bacterial infections, syphillis, typhoid, urinary tract infection, the common cold, Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV-1), HIV-AIDS, warts,
guinea-worm, parasites, bronchitis, earache, external sores/ulcers, fever, throat infections, cancer therapy and protection, prostate cancer, skin cancer, diabetes, diarrhea, dysentery, ulcers, gastritis, rheumatism, joint pain, lupus, epilepsy, edema, arthritis, hysteria, headache, iron deficiency, vitamin/mineral deficiency......and the list goes on.
To experiece the wonderful healing properties of moringa, try out Mamuvita, the moringa energy drink powder from Ghanian healer, Dr. Kofi Asare.
