Whilst numerous health benefits have been discovered – from lowering blood sugar levels to improving fatigue so you don’t have to worry about things like getting pen stains on your clothes when you’re tired – it’s believed that research has only scratched the surface of what it has to offer.

It’s one of the most nutrient-dense plants that has been discovered anywhere in the world, and the peak of its benefits come from the tiny green leaves which are harvested, dried and often turned into a fine powder. That powder then goes through a filtering process to rid it of impurities and is then packaged ready for use. Alternatively, the pods are taken from the tree and the seeds are dried out in their raw state, to then be boiled, roasted or steamed.

How do you take Moringa?

As Moringa can be ground into a fine powder it’s very easy to add to food or drink.

• One of the best ways to consume the powder is to mix it up and drink as a tea.
• It has a pleasant mild taste with an earthy flavour and can provide a great start to the day.
• Alternatively, you could take the desired amount of powder, pop it in the blender with your favourite smoothie ingredients and whizz away.
• If you prefer the texture of seeds you can buy Moringa in un-powdered form and enjoy it as a snack throughout the day.

 We all lead busy lives and whether it’s trying to improve our overall health, boost concentration at work or reduce inflammation, Moringa can do so much good in so many ways. So, let’s take a look at 10 of the biggest health benefits this amazing plant has to offer.

High in nutrients

The first thing to note about Moringa is just how packed with nutrients it is – over 90 in fact! It’s an excellent source of a host of minerals, including calcium and iron, as well as being packed with vitamins A, B (1,2,3 and 6), C and E. It’s also a really good source of fibre and protein, in addition to having 20 amino acids contained within, including all nine essential amino acids.

It’s this combination that makes Moringa one of the most nutrient-dense plants you’ll find. As it is a natural source, it is thought the body can absorb all of its benefits more easily than with manufactured supplements.

Lowers blood sugar levels

Another potential health benefit of Moringa is its ability to help regulate or lower blood sugar levels. If not treated high blood sugar can lead to a number of serious health conditions, including heart disease and diabetes, and encouraging early studies have indicated a link between Moringa and a reduction in blood sugar levels.

Fights free radicals

Moringa is full of health-boosting properties and high amongst that is its ability to fight free radicals which, if not dealt with, can cause major damage to cells throughout the body. Moringa is excellent at fighting free radicals due to being high in certain antioxidants known as ascorbic acid, flavonoids and polyphenols. These combat the effects of oxidative stress, inflammation and damage to healthy cells.

Reduces inflammation

Left alone inflammation can cause a raft of health issues and that’s what makes controlling it so important. Whilst it may be a natural response to injury or infection, unattended it can lead to chronic issues that include cancer and heart disease.

Moringa seeds, pods and leaves have been shown to contain properties that have the potential to reduce inflammation. It’s believed that this could well be due to it having similar inflammation-fighting properties that are contained in other fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices.

Helps to get healthy skin

Due to being packed with certain nutrients, Moringa is also great at supporting the skin. In particular, it’s the combination of Vitamin A (essential for healthy skin) and Vitamin E (which protects cells against oxidative stress that can age the skin). This has led certain beauty experts to champion the use of Moringa in your daily routine to fight against wrinkles, dryness and fine lines.

Fights fatigue

Fatigue is something that many people deal with in everyday life, so Moringa’s ability to reduce tiredness is great news! Due to its rich iron levels, adding Moringa to your diet can prevent those feelings of tiredness and provide renewed energy. As a result, things like concentration, stress levels and weight loss capabilities can be improved.

It could also boost your work output and stop you from getting sloppy late in the day and having to worry about things like how to remove pen stains from clothes as a result of fatigue. Vegans, vegetarians and anaemia sufferers will also feel the benefits of the hit of iron from taking Moringa each morning.

Protects liver function

 We’ve mentioned Moringa’s ability to fight back against oxidative stress. As part of that, it can play a role in protecting the liver from damage. It is thought it can help to reverse the process of oxidation, reduce fibrosis and damage, and boost protein levels in the organ.

As the liver is vital for so many aspects of human health it’s paramount that it remains healthy. The high levels of polyphenols found in Moringa can provide good support.

Lowers cholesterol

High levels of bad cholesterol are linked to an increased risk of heart disease. Many plant foods in various forms have been shown to effectively lower those levels and play a role in boosting overall health. Studies on both animals and humans have added Moringa to the list of other plant foods like almonds and flaxseeds as being able to lower bad cholesterol and help in the fight against heart disease.

Contains antibacterial properties

 On top of the above health benefits, Moringa also has antibacterial properties that can help fight bacterial infections that affect the blood, urinary tract and digestive system. It also contains antifungal properties, so it could help deal with fungal skin infections.

Enhances healing

Finally, we come to the wound healing powers of Moringa. Due to its roots, seeds and leaves containing clotting properties, clotting time can be reduced. This means that scrapes and cuts stop bleeding in shorter timeframes.

If you like what you’ve heard, you might want to consider adding Moringa to your diet and look forward to reaping the health rewards!