Moringa oleifera is a plant that has been praised for its health benefits for thousands of years. It is very rich in healthy antioxidants and bioactive plant compounds. So far, scientists have only investigated a fraction of the many reputed health benefits.
Here are 6 health benefits of Moringa oleifera that are supported by scientific research.
1. It’s packed with vitamins and minerals.
Many of the healthy foods you eat have a single standout nutrient. Think carrots and vitamin A, citrus and vitamin C, nuts and vitamin E.
Moringa leaves stick out as a superfood because one cup of chopped leaves is considered a good source of iron, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and riboflavin and has notable amounts of potassium, vitamin A, vitamin E, and magnesium.
In fact, the leaves are more concentrated in vitamin C than oranges. That means moringa can contribute to everything from better vision and immunity to bone health and skin radiance.
2. It’s a source of plant-based protein.
Whether you’re a vegetarian or just trying to cut down on meat, it’s not always easy finding convenient plant-based protein.
Sure, there are lentils and tempeh, but sometimes you just want a quick, no-cook add-in to sprinkle on smoothie bowls or add to soup.
That’s where moringa comes in. Powders made from its crushed leaves are packed with protein—3 grams of protein per tablespoon, in fact—and have a leg up on legumes because they contain all the essential amino acids, necessary for muscle repair, energy production, and mood regulation.
3. Helps balancing hormones.
Menopause can throw women’s hormones out of whack—and make them feel off, but moringa may help.
A study published in the Journal of Food and Science Technology found that postmenopausal women who took a combination of moringa leaf powder and amaranth leaf powder for three months not only had decreased markers of oxidative stress, but they also had better fasting blood glucose and increased hemoglobin levels, which could mean more balanced hormones.
Moringa has also been linked to improved thyroid health, which controls hormones related to energy, sleep, and digestion.
4. It protects the liver.
Think of your liver as the body’s detoxifier. It filters the blood, detoxifies chemicals, and metabolizes fat—and moringa may help it work better.
First off, moringa contains high concentrations of polyphenols to reverse oxidation in the liver, and preliminary research in animals has shown moringa consumption to reduce symptoms of liver fibrosis and protect against liver damage.
5. It reduces inflammation.
Move over, turmeric, there’s a new inflammation-fighter in town. Moringa has been shown to significantly lower inflammation in cells.
In addition to containing inflammation-lowering polyphenols and isothiocyanates, moringa reduces inflammation by suppressing inflammatory enzymes and proteins in the body.
6. It helps balance blood sugar.
Spikes in insulin and blood sugar levels can cause mood swings and sugar cravings and even lead to the development of type 2 diabetes and obesity. The leaf powder has been effective at reducing lipid and glucose levels and regulating oxidative stress in lab studies.
Recent clinical studies also showed therapeutic antioxidant properties as well as lower fasting glucose levels in postmenopausal women who took a supplement with moringa, and amaranth, leaves for three months.
One animal study even showed that moringa in the diet could help reduce weight gain and insulin resistance.
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