Malunggay (Moringa Oleifera Lam)

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COMMON FILIPINO NAME : Malunggay
COMMON ENGLISH NAME : Horse Raddish Tree/ Moringa
SCIENTIFIC NAME : Moringa Oleifera Lam.

DESCRIPTION : 

Malunggay grows in places with hot tropical climates. It is commonly found in the households of Southeast Asia, Central Asia, South America and Africa because of their warm weather. The Moringa genus is very much known to be the most effective healer among the nature's medicinal plants. All parts of the Malunggay plant may be used for medicinal purposes. However, its leaves, fruit (or the pod) and flowers are the edible ones and are mostly used in cooking. 

MOST POPULAR SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFIT/S : 

Not only can Malunggay treat illnesses, but rather, it can also be used for prevention and improvement of:

• Blood Pressure

• Immune System

• Diabetes Sugar Level

OTHER SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFIT/S : 

The Malunggay plant may also be used to improve skin conditions and eyesight. It also protects the kidney and liver from illnesses.

CURATIVE BENEFITS / MEDICINAL QUALITIES :

Malunggay leaves, along with its other parts, may be used as a remedy for:

• Arthritis and other joint pains

• Ulcer

• Headache and Migraine

• Constipation

• Diarrhea

• Malnutrition

• Urinary problems

• High Blood

And more!

VITAMINS AND MINERALS CONTENT / NUTRITIONAL VALUE:

Malunggay is famously known for its miraculous powers because every part of it contains the strongest nutrients including:

Its leaves contain Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus and Ascorbic Acid.

The pod and flowers of the Malunggay are great anti-oxidants and stimulates the blood circulation.

On top of all, Malunggay contains:

• Vitamin C (equal to the Vitamin C content of 7 Oranges)

• Vitamin A (4x more than Carrots)

• Vitamin E

• Iron (3x more than Spinach)

• Calcium (4x more than milk)

• Potassium (3x more than Bananas)

• Phosphorus

• Protein

• Ascorbic Acid

• Zinc