MORINGA OLEIFERA: THE MIRACLE TREE FOR HEALTH?

Moringa oleifera is the botanical name for the horseradish tree. The leaves, roots and seeds of the moringa tree contain numerous important nutrients that humans need throughout their lives. It is not for nothing that moringa trees are planted near medical institutions in many regions of Africa, India and the Philippines. The leaves of the tree are harvested, dried and ground. This is usually taken as a powder or in capsule form.

The names that people give the moringa tree all over the world express the high esteem in which this extraordinary plant is held. It is often referred to as the tree of life or miracle tree. In the Philippines, this superfood is known as mother's best friend, as children are said to be particularly well supplied with nutrients. For researchers at the National Research Council in Washington, Moringa is the supermarket on a log. In Africa it has the name Nebedaye, which means never die.

Originally from the Himalayas, the moringa tree is now mainly found in India, Arabia and eastern and south-western Africa. It got its name from the Indian Malabar Coast. In the tropics and subtropics, the leaves and seeds of the plant are used in various ways - for example as a dietary supplement, as a medicinal plant in Ayurvedic nutrition, as a disinfectant or as a beauty aid.

Moringa Oleifera contains over 90 important vitamins and minerals. These include vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B7, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K, calcium, copper, potassium, iron, magnesium, manganese and zinc. The superfood also contains all the essential amino acids such as quercetin, kämper oil, beta sitosterol, caffeoylquinic acid, zeatin, enzymes, omega 3, omega 6, omega 9 and secondary plant substances in highly concentrated form such as alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lutein, zeaxanthin and chlorophyll.


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The special thing about Moringa Oleifera is the unique combination of ingredients that can only be found in nature. The high concentration of the hormone zeatin ensures that the individual ingredients can be utilized particularly well. The various components of the plant can be used in many different ways.

Moringa fruits: The moringa tree bears fruit all year round in its native country. Moringa fruits look a bit like green asparagus or pea pods and are 25 to 70 centimetres long. They are therefore also known as drumsticks. They are prepared like vegetables by steaming, stewing or boiling them. They are often used in soups and stews and taste similar to asparagus.

Moringa leaves: The extremely nutrient-rich leaves are dried and either infused directly as a tea or ground into powder. The powder is considered a real superfood and is added to shakes and smoothies or taken as a dietary supplement in capsules. In Ayurveda, the leaves of Moringa oleifera are used to treat headaches, digestive problems, wounds and skin inflammation. They contain all the amino acids and fatty acids that are important for humans, as well as many vitamins and minerals.

Moringa roots: The root of the moringa tree has a very pungent, horseradish-like taste - which is why the plant is also known as the horseradish tree. This is due to the mustard oil it contains. Moringa root is often used as a seasoning, but also as a juice or powder. However, it must be peeled as the peel contains toxins.

Moringa seeds: Moringa oil is extracted from the seeds of Moringa Oleifera. It is used as salad oil and is used in cosmetic products. The seeds also have a disinfectant effect and are used to purify water.

Moringa powder is often taken as a dietary supplement due to its high concentration of vital substances. It also helps to normalize blood sugar levels. The numerous positive effects that moringa is said to have are also of great interest to scientists and are constantly being researched.

Science is also investigating the effects of moringa. The following study is interesting in this context:

Moringa against bacteria: The fact that moringa has an antibacterial effect has already been proven in studies - including by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical^Medicine1.

There are now countless Moringa Oleifera products on the market. You should therefore pay particular attention to quality when buying. Random tests by the Stuttgart Chemical and Veterinary Investigation Office have shown that many products are contaminated or contaminated with pesticides. Therefore, only buy premium quality moringa powder from European manufacturers and make sure that the products have been tested by independent laboratories. It is also important that moringa powder is produced carefully. This is because the processing also determines how many of the valuable ingredients are retained.