Friday, July 29, 2011

Moringa: the Miracle Plant

We discovered this plant today from some friends via one of the Cameroonian gardeners. The Moringa's benefits are manifest:

  • Virtually all of the plant/tree is edible
  • Remedy for tumors, dropsy, aches and pains, digestion, diabetes
  • Water purifier
  • Antibiotic properties (as Pterygospermin, if you are interested)
  • Healing of skin: cuts, scraps, sores, etc
  • Lowers blood pressure
  • Sleep aid
  • Requires little water

It is also well-known in Africa for its vitamin content, gram for gram:

  • 7x the vitamin C in oranges
  • 4x the calcium in milk
  • 4x the vitamin A in carrots
  • 2x the protein in milk
  • 3x the potassium in bananas

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