What are the benefits of drumstick (moringa) leaves?
By Madhuri.A
krishna murthy
Moringa, known as drumstick in common parlance (or Sahjan ki falli or Shevga or Shevgyache Sheng or Murunkai/Murungai in several parts of India) has a lot of potential health benefits.
The Moringa Oleifera plant are rich in amino acids, the building blocks of proteins.
Leaves of moringa has many important vitamins and minerals.
Moringa leaves have 7 times more vitamin C than oranges and 15 times more potassium than bananas.
Moringa also has calcium, protein, iron, and amino acids, which help your body heal and build muscle.
Regular intake of Drumsticks, the fruits of Moringa, helps significantly reduce inflammation in cells by suppressing certain enzymes in the body.
Moringa leaves have powerful phytochemicals which can reduce sugar levels in the blood.
Moringa leaves can also reduce the levels of cholesterol, lipids & oxidative stress
Moringa leaves are said to protect the heart & support the cardiovascular system.
Leaves of moringa are rich in Vitamin A that supports healthy eyes, clear visions & prevents eye problems.
Moringa leaves contain high concentrations of polyphenols that protects the liver against any damage.