You’ll soon find out why it’s called the “miracle tree”!
Moringa oleifera is a plant that few people have heard of, but it’s actually one of the most amazing herbal remedies around.
Native to India, Africa, Asia, and South America, it’s a plant that goes by a number of names, including:
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Miracle tree
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Drumstick tree
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Horseradish tree
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Ben Oil tree
These names have been given to the Moringa oleifera plant by locals, and all of them fail to describe just how fascinating it is, as well as the many, many health benefits it can provide.
Let’s take a closer look and see just what Moringa oleifera can do for you…
Nutritional Value of Moringa Oleifera
According to scientific research, the Moringa oleifera contains a lot of very potent and important nutrients, including:
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Vitamin C, which is critical for your immune function.
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Vitamin A, which your body needs to protect your eyes from cellular degeneration.
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B vitamins, including Vitamins B1, B2, B3, and B6. All of these are critical for a healthy body!
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Calcium, which ensures you have healthy bones and teeth, and which also plays a role in fat loss.
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Iron, which is needed to produce red blood cells to transport oxygen and nutrients.
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Potassium, one of the two electrolytes (along with sodium) that maintain a healthy fluid balance in your body.
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Zinc, which your body needs in order to maintain a healthy immune system.
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Magnesium and phosphorus, two more vital minerals that are needed for a healthy body, specifically healthier bones.
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Folate, which is critical for pregnant women and developing infants.
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Protein, with roughly two grams per serving size (one cup of fresh, chopped leaves).
Moringa oleifera also contains no cholesterol and is very low in fats.
All in all, it’s got a nutritional profile that makes it excellent for your health, no matter what form you take it in.
Health Benefits of Moringa Oleifera
Science has only just begun diving into the many, many properties of Moringa oleifera and all the ways it can benefit your health. Research has turned up some pretty fascinating things that this plant can do for you!
Loaded with antioxidants. Moringa oleifera plants contain two particularly potent antioxidant: quercetin and chlorogenic acid.
Quercetin is a potent antioxidant that is known to have the ability to lower blood pressure. Chlorogenic acid, on the other hand, can help to moderate your blood sugar levels, especially after eating. Both of these work together to improve your overall health and target two of the most common health problems affecting the Western world.
Moringa oleifera also contains very high levels of Vitamin C and beta-carotene, both of which are powerful antioxidants that can reduce free radical damage and oxidative stress in your body. Doing so will further help to reduce diabetes and heart disease!
Fights and reduces inflammation. Moringa oleifera is known to be a potent anti-inflammatory, thanks to its high antioxidant content. Aside from the anti-inflammatory antioxidants listed above, Moringa oleifera also contains isothiocyanates, another compound that may prove effective at combatting inflammation. By reducing inflammation, you reduce your risk of chronic disease and give your body what it needs to more effectively combat injury and illness.
Preliminary research has suggested that Moringa oleifera can also be effective at combatting edema. Edema is a condition that involves fluids building up in specific body tissues, but thanks to the anti-inflammatory properties of this marvelous plant, you will find it’s a potentially marvelous treatment to reduce the swelling.
Lower cholesterol. Yet one more heart-boosting benefit of this wonderful plant! Preliminary research into the effectiveness and benefits of Moringa oleifera indicate that the plant can help to lower cholesterol in a way similar to flax seeds, oats, almonds, and other high-fiber plant foods. By lowering your cholesterol levels, Moringa oleifera prevents the build-up of plaque in your blood vessels and reduces your risk of heart disease.
Of course, this benefit ties directly into the other heart-boosting benefits of the Moringa oleifera plant. When you combine lowered blood sugar and lowered blood pressure with a reduction in cholesterol levels, it becomes clear that this is a highly effective herbal remedy to decrease your chances of cardiovascular disease.
Protecting against toxicity. Some basic research has shown that Moringa oleifera can help to protect against the toxic effects of arsenic. While arsenic isn’t a toxin most of us are exposed to on a daily basis, there are parts of the world where it contaminates not only the water supply, but also the food supply—for example, rice or grains that are grown in water with a high arsenic content.
The Moringa oleifera plant has been shown to reduce the toxicity of arsenic, though not fully eliminate it altogether. However, it’s potentially a useful remedy for people in the parts of the world who are exposed to these dangerous toxins.
Help your stomach. The extract of Moringa oleifera may help to improve stomach conditions like gastritis, ulcerative colitis, and constipation. Thanks to the high Vitamin B content, the plant can also aid in digestion. Best of all, it’s loaded with natural antibacterial and antibiotic compounds that can prevent the growth of unwanted bacteria and pathogens.
Speed up wound healing. Studies have indicated that the Moringa oleifera extract can help to not only accelerate wound repair rate, but can actually decrease the visibility and appearance of scars. For those who want healthy, clear skin, it’s definitely something to add to your daily diet!
We’re proud to include Moringa oleifera in our Pure Immunity supplement, which we’ve formulated to not only improve your resistance to disease, but make your healthier overall. With all of the natural, organic ingredients we’ve added, you can give your body the nutrients it needs to fight disease, improve your cardiovascular health, enhance brain function, heal faster, and function at optimum capacity. It’s the solution you’ve been looking for!
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