Moringa dishes improve winter health

1. Health benefits of moringa leaves

- Prevent arthritis:Inflammation is the root cause of many diseases such as cancer, arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and many autoimmune diseases. In particular, winter, cold climate is a favorable condition for the onset of bone and joint diseases.

Moringa contains many vitamins and minerals that help reduce inflammation, thereby limiting osteoarthritis.

- Lower blood pressure:Moringa has antioxidant properties and protects against free radical damage, which is responsible for many chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart problems and Alzheimer's disease.

Furthermore, Moringa leaves are rich in vitamin C and beta-carotene which fight free radicals. Moringa leaves also contain quercetin, an antioxidant that helps lower blood pressure. Blood pressure tends to increase during winter, so consuming Moringa has beneficial effects on health.

-Hypoglycemia:Prolonged high blood sugar levels lead to the development of diabetes. This condition can cause heart problems and damage to organs in the body. Regular use of moringa leaves helps stabilize blood sugar levels due to the presence of isothiocyanates.

- Reduceccholesterol, liver protection:Along with oats, flaxseeds, and almonds, moringa leaves are an effective remedy for high cholesterol. Cholesterol is a major cause of heart disease, and eating moringa leaves has been shown to significantly improve high cholesterol levels.

Furthermore, Moringa leaves also help speed up the process of repairing liver cells and stabilizing liver enzymes. The reason is that Moringa leaves have a high polyphenol content that increases protein concentration in the liver and fights against oxidation that is harmful to the liver.

- Improve digestion:In addition, Moringa leaves are effective against digestive disorders due to their antibacterial, antimicrobial properties and high vitamin B content. People suffering from constipation, bloating, flatulence, gastritis and ulcerative colitis should add Moringa leaves to their diet.

- Skin and hair care:Moringa contains antioxidants along with vitamins A and E that help to overcome dry skin and hair loss caused by cold, dry weather in winter.

2. Processing dishes from Moringa

Moringa is also known as the almighty tree, the tree of life, the miracle tree, the wonder tree, the horseradish tree, the drumstick tree, and the bel oil tree. Moringa has the scientific nameMoringa Oleifera Lam(M. Pterygosperum Gaertn) belongs to the Moringa family -Moringaceae. The parts used for medicinal purposes include the roots (tubers) and the whole plant (leaves, flowers, fruits, seeds, bark).

According to Physician Bui Dac Sang, Hanoi Oriental Medicine Association, in addition to being used as a medicine to treat prostate fibroids, physical weakness, stabilize blood pressure, enhance physiology, nourish skin and hair... Moringa can be processed into a daily dish that has the effect of improving health.

- Raw vegetables:Moringa leaves can be mixed and eaten raw like lettuce.

- Cook soup:100g moringa leaves, 50g beef (or pork), cook soup or 100g moringa leaves, 50g shiitake mushrooms, cook soup.

- Smoothie:20g Moringa leaves, 2 spoons of coffee, enough milk, blend into a smoothie to drink.

In addition, dried and powdered moringa leaves can be stored for a long time without losing nutrients and can be used in many dishes such as porridge, children's nutritional powder, cake powder, and drinks.

3. What should I pay attention to when using Moringa leaves?

Although it has many benefits and is generally considered safe and healthy for most people, there are some side effects to be aware of.

In large doses, the leaves, bark, roots, and fruits of Moringa can cause mild diarrhea. Pregnant women should not use Moringa leaves, as the roots, bark, and leaf extracts can cause uterine contractions. In some cases, Moringa leaf powder has been found to contain higher levels of lead than the recommended safe level, so caution should be exercised and reputable products should be purchased.

Do not eat Moringa at dinner because it can cause insomnia. People taking blood thinners, thyroid medications, diabetes medications, and blood pressure medications should consult their doctor to avoid increasing or decreasing the effects of the medication./.