Moringa has been referred to as "mother's milk," "the miracle tree," and "the tree of life." Because every part of the tree is good for both people and animals, it is frequently referred to as the miracle tree. There are several uses for leaves, roots, bark, and seeds. These uses including food and medicine. Being one of the planet's most nutrient-dense plants, it is quickly gaining appeal as the next "superfood" in the Wes, while also playing a bigger role in strategies to fight hunger in the global south. Moringa trees are being promoted more and more as a means of preventing malnutrition, particularly in young children and nursing mothers. Moringa has been promoted by development NGOs as "natural nutrition for the tropics."
The plant is deciduous, perennial tree that can reach a height of 6 to 10 meters. It is indigenous to northwest India, in the southern foothills of the Himalayas. Moringa grows best in tropical and subtropical climates. It is a great choice for a backyard shade tree because of its delicate foliage, drooping branches, and stunning pale yellow blossoms. It yields long seed pods. There are several wing-edged seeds (about 20) in each pod. Their fragrant flowers range in color from white to cream. It is capable of blooming throughout the year. The first crop from cuttings can be harvested six months after planting. Yields of fruits are typically low in the first few years. By year two, a single tree can produce around 300 pods, by year 3 around 400-500. A good tree can yield 1000 or more pods.

When the pods reach a size of about 1-2 cm in diameter and easily detach from the branches, they are ready for harvesting. Moringa leaves can be collected at any point; however, older leaves are more desirable than younger ones for producing moringa powder.
Nearly every part of the moringa plant, from the roots to the leaves and flowers, as well as the large pods and seeds that grow on the branches, is consumable. The leaves are often prepared as a vegetable or steeped for tea, and the oil obtained from the seeds is utilized in fragrances and soaps.
The advantages of moringa are attributed to its minerals, vitamins C and E, proteins, essential and non-essential amino acids, along with phenolic compounds such as gallic acid, vanillin, quercetin, myricetin, and various antioxidants. The leaves and seeds are rich in 27 vitamins, 9 essential amino acids, 46 antioxidants, various minerals, and high levels of protein. Some specialists suggest that moringa is on the verge of becoming a popular superfood. As stated by a U.S. manufacturer of moringa health supplements, a single gram of moringa leaves contains seven times more vitamin C than an orange. the calcium content is four times that found in milk, the potassium amount is three times greater than that of a banana, and the iron level is three times the amount present in spinach when compared gram for gram. Additionally, the leaves provide a complete protein source, as they include several essential amino acids.
As well as being a great source of nutrition, moringa also has proven health benefits and has been shown to boost immunity in HIV patients. It is reputed to lower blood pressure, alleviate stress, fight fatigue, improve digestive health – and is said to be a tonic for the hair, nails and skin. Moringa’s anti-inflammatory properties are achieved through inhibiting inflammatory proteins and enzymes in the body. As it is more quickly absorbed by the body, moringa is a more effective anti-inflammatory than turmeric. Keep in mind that consuming just one cup of moringa tea daily could help in slowing the aging process, shield cells from free radicals, regulate blood sugar levels, and support heart health.

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