Drumstick tree leaves or moringa leaves, which have been traditionally consumed in India, as a humble substitute, are now also known as the superfood around the world.
We have seen people from villages eating drumstick tree leaves every day, without even knowing anything about their numerous benefits.
The high – nutrition content of these leaves is beneficial for those suffering from malnutrition. The benefits of consuming moringa leaves are many.
Your immunity increases with drumstick tree leaves. Because the leaves are loaded with vitamin C and help your body effectively fight infections. The leaves are excellent antioxidants and have iron as well as vitamin A, which makes your immune system function efficiently.
Daily consumption of drumstick tree leaves is advised for those who are suffering from diabetes because these leaves are rich in ascorbic acid, which increases the secretion of insulin in the body and lowers blood sugar.
Moringa leaves are believed to reduce cholesterol levels and also help in controlling body weight. They can reduce stubborn belly fat and they are capable of converting fats into energy.
drumstick tree leaves have abundant vitamin D, which makes digestion easy, and converts food into energy.
Moringa leaves contain amino acids that build cells and help activate hair follicles and therefore, reduce hair loss. These leaves also have vitamin A, which promotes hair growth.
Moringa leaves are rich in protein, calcium, and other vitamins which allow your body to build muscle mass and to heal faster if you have any injuries.
They are good for keeping your bones and joints healthy. Moringa leaves wash away toxins from your body and have been used in traditional medicine for this purpose too. One innovative use of moringa leaf powder is to use it as hand soap, because of its anti-bacterial properties. They are also available in the form of moringa powder, teabags, tablets, and capsules.
And the best thing is moringa leaves or powder can be eaten at any time of the day, maybe with a full stomach or even an empty stomach. Those who take moringa in the morning will be able to keep a very good energy level throughout the day. If taken at night, it provides your body with the essential nutrients required to heal faster and grow healthier. If you are lucky enough to have a moringa tree in your garden or farm, you can choose to directly take fresh leaves from the tree and chew them raw or you can add them to fresh juices, tea, soups, curries, deals, and salads.
According to Ayurveda, moringa or drumstick leaves can be consumed as normal food and at the same time provide extraordinary health benefits.
If you haven’t eaten these leaves already, then include moringa leaves in your daily diet to stock up on essential nutrients and vitamins that welcome good health.
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