The Moringa Oleifera plant is one of the most nutrient-rich plants loaded with all the essential amino acids, proteins, vitamins and minerals a typical human body requires on a daily basis.

Moringa dates back to 150 B.C. with historical proofs revealing that ancient kings & queens used Moringa leaves and Moringa fruit in their diet to maintain mental alertness and healthy skin.

For centuries, the natives of the Indian subcontinent have been using Moringa Oleifera as part of their traditional medical practices.

However, the benefits of this plant for treating various health-related conditions have just recently been acknowledged by the scientific medical world.

Practically every part of the tree, from leaves to pods to roots, can be used to boost health.

It is well known for its antibacterial, anti-fungal and antioxidant properties and proven valuable against elevated cholesterol levels and hypertension.

Every part of the human body can be functionally improved from the use of nutrients present within the plant.

1. Increases the Natural Defenses of the body

2. Provides nourishment to the eyes and the brain.

3. Promotes metabolism with bio-available ingredients

4. Promotes the Cell structure of the body

5. Promotes natural Serum cholesterol.

6. Lowers the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

7. Promotes the normal functioning of the liver and the kidney.

8. Beautifies the skin

9. Promotes energy

10. Promotes proper digestion

11. Acts as an antioxidant

12. Takes care of the immune system of the body

13. Promotes healthy circulatory system

14. It is an anti-inflammatory

15. Gives a feeling of general wellness

16. Supports the normal sugar levels of the body.

Moringa and Weight Loss

A common question surrounding moringa oleifera is whether or not it can effectively help overweight humans manage their weight.

While research is inconclusive, there is some evidence to say that moringa can help manage weight and prevent future weight gain.

Therefore, if combined with diet and exercise, moringa could potentially speed up the weight loss process.

Moringa also supplies the body with a large amount of energy.

This allows people to work harder at the gym, at home, or at work, which will increase the number of calories burned per day.

Second, many people claim moringa oleifera helps to reduce appetite on a daily basis.

By consuming less calories, the human body will start breaking down fat, which results in weight loss.

作为蔬菜和食品有增进营养, 食疗保健的功能: 也广泛应用于医药, 保健等方面, 被誉为“生命之树, “植物中的钻石”。

辣木

印度当地人民在日常生活中食用辣木, 鲜叶可作为蔬菜食用, 嫩叶类似菠菜, 可以作汤或沙拉。

嫩果荚也可以食用, 干种子可以打成粉末作为调味料, 幼苗的根干燥后也可以打成粉末作为调味料, 有辣味。

辣木的花在略微变白之后也可以加入沙拉中食用。

1997年, 美国基督教世界救济会开始与塞内加尔组织合作推动一项计划, 他们将辣木加入当地人民的饮食中, 用以对抗营养失调及预防疾病, 有显著的成果。

这种耐干旱且成长快速的树木也因此被称为「奇迹之树 ], 而渐为人所熟知。

美国 Discovery 频道曾在 “另类医学指南”系列报导中, 指出辣木含有丰富营养素, 近年来被广泛应用在改善各种疾病, 并且成效显著, 科学家更将辣木视为现代医学的救星。

辣木的功效：

退热, 驱风, 消炎, 健胃, 排石, 利尿, 壮阳之效, 止痛, 强心, 净化血管, 安定神经, 提神, 减肥瘦身, 改善皮肤状况, 增进性欲等功能。

可治疗：

糖尿病, 高血压, 心血管疾病, 湿疹, 富贵手, 香港脚, 燥热性头痛, 免疫力低下, 头痛, 眩晕, 哮喘、口腔炎, 咽喉炎, 胃气胀, 肥胖症, 骨质疏松症, 神经衰弱, 风湿关节痛, 坏血病贫血, 痛风, 失眠, 耳痛, 皮肤莫名痒, 忧郁症, 安定神经, 经痛, 便秘, 消化不良, 淡化斑点, 体质虚弱, 食欲不振, 肝病, 手脚麻痹, 肝脾肿大, 肿瘤, 增强性功能等。

叶为妇科药, 治子宫发炎, 赤白带, 淋病, 梅毒, 不孕症。

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