Moringa oleifera: properties and benefits of this super food!
You still don't know moringa oleifera, its properties and its countless benefits? Whether you choose to consume it fresh, cooked, in organic powder or in capsules, there is little difference: moringa has already become the new superfood of the moment!
Moringa oleifera is a tree native to the regions of the Himalayas, also called "miraculous tree", and not without reason! Its leaves and seeds are so rich from a nutritional point of view that moringa is a truly prodigious cure-all. its beneficial virtues have ensured it undying fame as a powerful natural remedy for more than one ailment and have been known since ancient times, so much so that they were exploited in Ayurveda for their medicinal qualities.
Let's find out together everything there is to know about moringa oleifera: properties, benefits, ways to consume it and contraindications. First, however, here are some other superfoods not to be missed, especially in winter:
Properties and benefits of moringa oleifera
Moringa oleifera is very rich in vitamins, proteins and mineral salts (it contains 18 amino acids, 9 of which are essential). It has a high quantity of vitamin E, vitamin A (ten times more than a carrot), vitamin K and vitamins of group B. Its iron content is equal to 25 times more than that of the much exalted spinach, its content 17 times more calcium than milk, 4 times more protein than eggs and 15 times more potassium than bananas. Incredible, right?
All these nutrients make it a natural antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, as well as being very effective for safeguarding the immune system and sight. Moringa fights cholesterol and lowers blood sugar. It is especially recommended as a prevention to the problems of aging, from diabetes to hypertension. In Ayurveda it was used as a remedy for intestinal disorders, infections, anemia and fatigue.
And in fact, moringa can have more than beneficial effects for circulation, digestion, regulation of metabolism, even against colds and acne, nourishing our skin and making it very smooth. It is also recommended for pregnant women, especially in the phase of breastfeeding, due to its richness in nutrients.
Fresh, organic powder or capsules? How moringa oleifera is taken
Moringa can be purchased in specialized organic shops or herbalists. You can choose to eat it fresh: its leaves can be eaten raw, perhaps in a nice salad, or cooked, like normal green leafy vegetables.
You can also find it in powder form: it will seem similar to matcha tea, to be added to your smoothie, infusions or soup, or to be used in cake mixes. It is often used as a nutrient in juices or supplements, especially in those aimed at promoting proper blood circulation. It can also be consumed in capsule form.
It is also not uncommon for moringa oleifera to be used in cosmetics to prepare face creams. And it is certainly not the only food that is good for the skin ... browse this album:
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Contraindications of moringa oleifera
There are no real contraindications to the consumption of this very special plant. It is only necessary to pay attention to the alimentary use of its roots which, unlike the highly edible seeds, leaves and flowers, contain spiroquine, an alkaloid that could have a negative influence on the nervous system.
Generally moringa roots are used in cooking as a flavoring: in general, just do not exceed in their consumption. For the rest, this plant is a real concentrate of health!
