English: Drumstick tree, Horseradish tree, Ben tree Sanskrit: Subhanjana Portuguese: Moringa Spanish: Angela, Ben Hindi: Saguna, Saijana Other: Suragavo, Shevga, Rawag
What is Moringa?
Moringa, a native plant in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan, is mainly used for its leaves, bark, flowers, fruit, seeds, and root to make medicine.
It is an effective antioxidant that helps to protect cells from damage. It is also an anti-inflammatory that decreases inflammation and reduces pain.
Moringa is a good source of protein and when dried, it is used in feeding programs to fight malnutrition.
Common forms of Moringa
Capsule, Tablet, Powder, Juice, Syrup, Tea
Moringa is commonly used for:
Treating Joint pain
Asthma
Curing wounds
Treating colds
Treating Diabetes
Protecting the liver
Treating edema
Treating stomach complaints
Treating mood disorders
Reducing high blood pressure
Improving eye health
Treating anemia and sickle cell disease
Moringa Dosage
3 grams of moringa twice daily for 3 weeks
Moringa Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects: Moringa has laxative properties. In large quantities, it can cause stomach upsets, gaseous distension, diarrhea, and heartburn. Not so common side-effects: Not known. Pregnant women: Moringa may possess anti-fertility qualities and is therefore not recommended for pregnant women. Children: Moringa leaf is likely safe when taken by mouth for short-term. Moringa leaf has been used safely in children for up to 2 months. Warnings: 1. Moringa might drastically lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. 2. Moringa might lower blood pressure. 3. Using moringa might worsen Hypothyroidism.
Chinmayi is a Nutritionist turned Marketer, with Masters in both Marketing and Nutrition. Her focus is to combine her knowledge to understand and evangelize Ayurveda.
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