Moringa leaves could practically wipe out malnutrition on our planet.
Experts agree that the long-term solution to malnutrition is the use of foods rich in the essential nutrients often lacking in people's diets. Modern scientific research is proving that Moringa leaves are one of the richest sources of such nutrients. Even small amounts of the leaves could protect thousands of people from suffering and death.
While it grows best in dry sandy soil, it tolerates poor soil, including coastal areas. It is a fast-growing, drought-resistant tree that is native to the southern foothills of the Himalayas in northwestern India.
Moringa Leaves are full of essential disease-preventing nutrients:
~ Vitamin A, which acts as a shield against eye disease, skin disease, heart ailments, diarrhea, and many other diseases.
~ Vitamin C, fighting a host of illnesses including colds and flu.
~ Calcium, which builds strong bones and teeth, and helps prevent osteoporosis.
~ Potassium, essential for the functioning of the brain and nerves.
~ Proteins, the basic building blocks of all our body cells.
Moringa leaves compared to common foods:
Values per 100gm. edible portion
Moringa Leaves Other Foods:
Vitamin A 6780 mcg Carrots: 1890 mcg
Vitamin C 220 mg Oranges: 30 mg
Calcium 440 mg Cow's milk: 120 mg
Potassium 259mg Bananas: 88 mg
Protein 6.7 gm Cow's milk: 3.2 gm