10 Reasons Why I Love Moringa

The list is really endless, but I'd only bore you...

The reasons are many - and I discover more of them weekly! You know, when you LOVE something, it is often difficult to say why, but Moringa makes it easy.

Moringa is a fast growing plant. We have had some of our Moringa trees grow over 20 feet tall their first year!

You can start to eat its leaves as early as 3 weeks from planting the seeds - but you won't get many that way!

Moringa leaves are just delicious, right off the tree, raw- the best way to eat them!

Their leaves grow "clean" and if I strip a lot of them off the branches, to eat in a meal, they require minimal rinsing. When I eat them right off the tree, I never rinse them at all!

The nutrition God packed into Moringa leaves is legendary. Merely eating its leaves has been scientifically proven to dramatically affect one's health, and I have seen some incredible results from eating it, in my own body.

Moringa can be grown as an annual in cold climates. or as a perennial in warm ones. Being a heat-loving tree, Moringa doesn't like cold temperatures, at all. My Moringa Oleiferas and Moringa Stenopetalas should really not still be alive, after this last cold winter, but - they live!

There are so many other things that I love about Moringa, but the main thing is that you can help others get extreme nutrition into their bodies, with a humble, incredible tree - that is safe for infants and adults, alike!

It is so easy to grow, even a child can do it, and it is a LOT of fun for them to see how fast it grows!

Moringa leaves are easier to prepare than just about any green I've eaten.

Moringa can be incorporated into the natural landscaping of any hot climate, and it is especially beneficial to many poverty-stricken nations, to combat malnutrition.

A little Moringa - goes a LONG way!
We have only cited TEN REASONS WHY WE LOVE MORINGA, when there are actually hundreds, but it's hard to swallow a whole meal at one time!

So,... I'll let you do some investigating on your own, as Moringa has people who passionately love it, all over the world!

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Moringa oleifera a plant base source of essential amino acids.

Proteins (chain of amino acids) are complex organic compounds. While most amino acids can be synthesised by the human body from the food we consume, the essential amino acids have to be consumed from external sources.

There are two classifications for Protein containing food. The classifications are complete or incomplete and are in accordance to whether the food has all the eight (8) essential amino acids or some of the essential amino acids. Unfortunately, most of the complete protein containing foods are animal based such as, meat, eggs, milk, poultry and, as we now know from scientific researches, too much consumption of meat products can contribute to many health problems such as cholesterol, hypertension, gout and so on. The other alternative is to consume soybean, the only know protein complete plant base food or to consume a combined diet of a number of incomplete plant based protein food such as beans, rice, and corn and so on. 

Although soybean is a good source of complete protein, Moringa oleifera has higher content of essential amino acids. Regular consumption of Moringa health supplements will certainly help to keep the body's immune system in good form and efficient.

The table below shows the value of amino acids in 100gm of raw mature soybean seeds and in 100gm of fresh Moringa oleifera leaves:

Descriptions	Type of Amino acids	Soybean	Moringa oleifera
Arginine	Amino acids	3.2g	6.0g
Histidine	Amino acids	1.1g	2.1g
Lysine	Essential Amino acids	2.7g	4.3g
Trytophan	Essential Amino acids	0.6g	1.9g
Phenylanaline	Essential Amino acids	2.1g	6.4g
Methionine	Essential Amino acids	0.5g	2.0g
Threonine	Essential Amino acids	1.8g	4.9g
Leucine	Essential Amino acids	3.3g	9.3g
Isoleucine	Essential Amino acids	2.0g	6.3g
Valine	Essential Amino acids	2.0g	7.1g

Human beings tend to be lazy and are always looking for quick and easy ways to accomplish things. Consuming soybeans for its essential amino acids requires substantial efforts as soybean needs to be cooked before it can be consumed. With Moringa oleifera, you can actually consume it raw and fresh. It is as simple as eating it like a salad or if you have access to its dried leaf powder, it can be simply sprinkled over the food before consuming the food or in capsule form.

 Moringa oleifera leaves can be eaten raw. It is a little "spicey" and is best eaten raw with other salad leaves and some dressing such as Italian dressing.

 

Moringa dried leaf powder can be sprinkled over any food before it is consumed to enjoy the benefits of its rich source of vitamins, minerals and amino acids. The powder can also be made into a dip as a side-dish or even be capsulised to be taken as a health supplement.

Science has confirmed that consumption of Moringa oleifera leaves can help reduce cholesterol.

For many years, in India, the leaves of the Moringa oleifera tree were used as an herbal remedy to help reduce cholesterol with great success by traditional medicine practitioners. This wonderful remedy would have simply remained just an unproven herbal remedy if not for the great interest in Moringa oleifera tree generated by its rediscovery by those NGOs in their fight to eradicate malnutrition in Africa.

With the growing interest in the tree, there are now many independent universities conducting scientific research on the many herbal remedies of Moringa oleifera. Consumption of Moringa oleifera leaves as Moringa health supplements can help reduce cholesterol. Now, we have scientific evidence to show that the leaves of the Moringa oleifera leaves can really reduce bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol. Although these studies are conducted in vitro and in vivo at university laboratories, they are conducted independently (that is not paid by interest groups) and are published in respected scientific journals.

In one study published in the ¹Journal of Ethnopharmacology in year 2000, the crude leaf extract of Moringa oleifera was administered to rats fed with a high fat diet. In this study, it was found that Moringa oleifera leaf extract decreases the high fat diet induced cholesterol in the rats’ serum, liver and kidney by significant amounts as much as 14.4% for serum, 6.4% for liver and 11.1% for kidney respectively.  This research concluded that the leaves of Moringa oleifera have hypocholesterolemic (low cholesterol) activity and supports the traditional use of the Moringa oleifera leaves for treating cholesterol.

In another study published in the ²Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences in year 2008, the research work compared the effects of Moringa oleifera leaves extract with the commercial drug Atenolol on serum triglyceride and cholesterol, blood glucose, heart weight and body weight in adrenaline induced rats. The study shows that Moringa oleifera leaves has profound hypolipidemic (low lipid) activity significantly lowering of blood glucose, heart weight and body weight. The researchers concluded that Moringa oleifera may be used as herbal drugs or as health supplement in the treatment of different cardiovascular complications due to high lipids in the body.

Moringa oleifera is truly a “miracle tree” and if you have the opportunity to plant it in your garden then I strongly urge you to do so and to include the leaves at as many meals that you are able to.


Reference:
¹  S. Ghasi, E. Nwobodo, J.O. Ofili; Hypocholesterolemic effects of crude extract of leaf of Moringa oleifera Lam in high-fat diet fed wistar rats, Journal of Ethnopharmacology 69, 2000, 21-25.

²  Naznin Ara, Mamunur Rashid 1 and Md. Shah Amran; Comparision of Moringa oleifera leaves extract with Atenolol on Serum triglyceride, Serum cholesterol, Blood glucose, heart weight, body weight in Adrenaline Induced rats; Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences 15(2) 253-258 December, 2008.

Benefits of HighHill Moringa Leaf Powder

Moringa powder is made from the freshly harvested leaves of the Moringa oleifera tree.  Fresh Moringa powder has a deep green color and a rich nutty smell.  The nutrient-packed powder is soft and fluffy when it is pure and grown in organic conditions.  It dissolves easily into water or juice and is an excellent ingredient in a variety of healthy recipes.

Making Moringa Powder
Our 100% pure and organic Moringa powder is created from the fresh young leaves of organic Moringa trees.  We harvest these trees every few months when they reach a height of approximately five feet.  Moringa trees are second in the world only to bamboo in their speed of growth, and cutting the trees back stimulates a vigorous return of plant tissue and increased leaf production. 

We remove the harvested leaves from their branches and sterilize them using environmentally safe ozone water.  The remaining branches are composted and recycled back into the Moringa plantation.  After the leaves are cleaned, they are dried at low temperatures, which insures that the vital nutrients, some of which are heat sensitive, remain preserved in the fresh leaf tissue. 

When the leaves have dried to a sufficient level, they are pulverized until the plant tissue reaches a fine powder consistency.  This powder is then screened for impurities before it’s packaged into capsules or sealed in bags.  Once the powder has been packaged, it will remain fresh for several months, retaining nutritional value of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and complete amino acids. 

Our Moringa powder is pure and contains no other ingredients.  Watch out for Moringa powders that are cut or diluted with cheap fillers such as teas and grass powders.  We provide only 100% pure and organic Moringa leaf powder. 

Moringa Powder's Benefits
Taking Moringa powder will provide you with many benefits that you may notice within just days of using it.  Moringa powder is perhaps the most nutrient dense single food source on the planet.  Many people who take Moringa powder notice a significant boost in:

Energy
Focus
Stamina
Mental Clarity
Emotional Balance

A long list of other positive benefits
These beneficial changes are due to the unique and complex blend of nutrients that are only found in the Moringa oleifera tree.  The balance of powerful antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and complete proteins deliver a potent boost of energy and increase the body's functioning in many ways. 

Students and workers alike can benefit from Moringa powder with improved concentration and increased ability to stay on task for long periods of time.  Athletes and working professionals will benefit from using Moringa powder to increase their endurance during exercise and long, grueling parts of the work week.  Others say that Moringa is an excellent supplement in helping with weight loss because the energy and vitality it provides reduces the need for eating to increase energy levels. 

Small Dosage, Large Effect
A dosage of just two or three spoonfuls of Moringa powder provides a substantial amount of most people's iron, calcium, vitamin A, and vitamin C.  Especially important – a dosage of Moringa powder delivers food-based nutrients which are proven to have far higher levels of resorption by the body than traditional multi-vitamin pills.  This means a moderate daily dose of Moringa provides you with a healthy amount of daily nutrients that your body can use with maximum efficiency. 

Moringa Powder Recipes
In addition to being taken as a supplement, Moringa powder is an excellent addition to many recipes.  Moringa powder can be used effectively as a thickener for soup and sauce recipes.  Moringa powder can also be sprinkled on top of many dishes before they are served, including meats, stews, soups, and salads.  Best of all, every recipe in which Moringa powder is used receives not only the pleasant nutty taste of Moringa leaves, but also the nutritional benefit with eating Moringa powder. 

You will find our Moringa powder for sale among our other Moringa products.  Enjoy it blended with your favorite juice, added in smoothies or shakes, or as an ingredient in your recipes.  You are sure to love the health boost you receive from adding Moringa powder to your diet. 

We offer 100% Moringa Leaf Powder in its purest form. Compare our maximum strength, pure Moringa Oleifera 100mg powder and our low price of just N1000 for 1 bottles and see for yourself the incredible benefits and value Moringa has to offer.        

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Moringa health Powder a nutritional food supplement

At HighHill Moringa we are offering Moringa health Powder that is herbal and ayurvedic and known as a nutritional food supplement. These health powders are rich in a number of essential nutrients such as calcium, iron, vitamins, protein, potassium and b-complex and essential amino acids. Our health products are beneficial for children and pregnant and lactating women. Our products are completely safe natural food and dietary supplement that help in recovering from severe fatigue as well as loss of energy. These products are also free from heavy metals and hence do not cause side effects when consumed within the permissible dosage

Our Moringa powder can be consumed in its natural form and can also be consumed with staple food, tea, soup and porridge. packed in 100gms bottled

Dosage
One rounded tablespoon of powder added to an infant's food thrice a day, provides him with the following amount of nutrients:

    Protein: 42%
    Calcium: 125%
    Magnesium: 61%
    Potassium: 41%
    Iron: 71%
    Vitamin A: 272%
    Vitamin C: 22%

Women suffer from nutritional deficiency at the time of pregnancy as well as breast feeding. Six tablespoons of leaf powder provides following nutrients:

    Protein: 21%
    Calcium: 84%
    Magnesium: 54%
    Potassium: 22%
    Iron: 94%
    Vitamin A: 143%
    Vitamin C: 9%

Giving 25 gms of the powder to children between the age group of 1 to 3 and 60 gms of it to pregnant and lactating women is sufficient.

Our Moringa dry leaf fine powder has a fine grain size and Moringa powder can be added to milk, soup, tea, sauce and other food items. Sugar, salt, spices can be added as per the taste of an individual.

Benefits of the moringa leaf powder:

1. Increases the Natural Defenses of the body

2. Provides nourishment to the eyes and the brain.

3. Promotes metabolism with bio-available ingredients

4. Promotes the Cell structure of the body

5. Promotes natural Serum cholesterol.

6. Lowers the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

7. Promotes the normal functioning of the liver and the kidney.

8. Beautifies the skin

9. Promotes energy

10. Promotes proper digestion

11. Acts as an antioxidant

12. Takes care of the immune system of the body

13. Promotes healthy circulatory system

14. It is an anti-inflammatory

15. Gives a feeling of general wellness

16. Supports the normal sugar levels of the body.

Leaf Powder Analysis per 100 mg

Leaf Powder Analysis per 100 mg
























  MINERALS

  Calcium      2,003 mg

  Iron                    28 mg

  Potassium 1,324 mg

  Sulfur              870 mg

  Copper             .57 mg

  Magnesium    368 mg

FOOD VALUE

  Protein              27 mg

  Carbohydrate  38 mg

  Moisture          7.5 mg

  Fat                     2.3 mg

  Calories          205 mg

VITAMINS

  Vitamin A       16.3 mg

  Vitamin B1       2.6 mg

  Vitamin B2     20.5 mg

  Vitamin B3       8.2 mg

  Vitamin C        17.3 mg

  Vitamin E         113 mg

These are the main nutrients in the dried leaf powder. As soon  as we can, we will give you the analysis on the fresh leaves and pods.

Please note: 

Moringa is an excellent vegetarian source of CALCIUM! 

How to Grow a Moringa Tree

For edible landscaping, a Moringa tree is hard to beat. This versatile tree can be ground year-round in any tropical climate, and as an annual in temperate zones. Fast-growing, nutritious, and lovely to behold, Moringa is gaining in popularity daily. What could be easier than walking into your yard, and gathering healthy greens to put on the table?

Steps

1. Obtain some Moringa seeds from one of the many fine sources that sell them. There are several varieties, but the seeds of Moringa Oleifera and Moringa Stenopetala are the easiest to obtain. For a fast-growing tree that will bear leaves, blossoms and seed pods - called drumsticks, the first year - choose Moringa Oleifera. If you want a fast-growing tree with much larger leaves, making the task of gathering them for a meal easier, opt for Moringa Stenopetala. The flowers and seed pods take longer to develop on the African variety of Moringa - Moringa Stenopetala. Moringa Oleifera seeds are round, brown, and winged. Moringa Stenopetala seeds, out of their husk, are almond-shaped and light tan in color. The seeds are very different, but they both grow Moringa trees. In actuality, the seeds are basically the same size; but, you can see they are not alike, in appearance.


2. Decide where you would like to grow your Moringa tree. Keep in mind that Moringa trees can grow over 20 feet tall, their first year. The average growth is about 15 feet, however, in optimum conditions, they can grow much taller. Because the branches will grow, on the average, to about three to four feet wide the first year, you will need to consider whether you want to plant your Moringa tree close to any existing structures. Moringas need a lot of sunlight, warmth, and water, in order to thrive - so think about where your tree will obtain the best exposure to the sun.


3. Get the best organic potting soil that you can find. Moringas do not like heavy, clay-like soil or vermiculite. They will grow in poor soil, sandy soil, and depleted soil, but they do not like their roots getting wet. Bear this in mind, and if necessary, purchase sand to add to the potting soil mixture, or use whatever soil is available in your area, and add coconut coir, peat moss, perlite, or sand to loosen it. This gives the roots of the Moringa tree room to spread out, go deep, and drain well.


4. Make a hole in the soil, and plant the Moringa seeds about ¾" to 1" deep, cover with soil, and tamp it into place. Make a note of when you planted the seed or seeds, so you can monitor their growth. Once you have covered the seeds, thoroughly water the soil. Whether you plant the seeds in pots, or right into the ground, they will need a thorough soaking every day, until you see the seedling emerge from the soil. Once they have sprouted, they can be watered once every other day, until they are about 18 inches tall. Then, once a week will be sufficient. Some people soak the seeds in water until they sprout, and then plant them. This method also works, but Moringa seeds are very hardy, and do not really need this additional step.


5. Moringa can be grow as a solitary tree, in rows, or as a hedge. If you would like to grow it as a hedge, plant the seeds into the ground, about 1 foot apart. Pinch back every other new leaf growth, to force the tree to grow like a bush, and once they are about 2 feet tall, cut the branches in half lengthwise, and pinch back the new leaf growth that will sprout out at the top of the Moringa tree. If you are going to grow your Moringas in rows, then plant the seeds about 3 feet apart, in rows that are at least 6 feet apart, for easy weed removal and walking through the rows. If you are going to grow your Moringa as a solitary tree, just remember to give it plenty of room, so its branches can spread out. Periodically, cut back the top of the tree, to encourage new growth, and cut the branches' length back, by half. This will insure that your Moringas thrive, and give you lots of beautiful flowers, edible leaves, and drumsticks - for years to come.

Tips

• • The leaves are edible, and there are many places, online, that will tell you how to incorporate them into your diet.


• The flowers buds and blossoms can be cooked slightly and eaten, as a nourishing vegetable.


• Keep those pruning shears handy, as the more you prune them, the faster they will grow.


• Maintain your Moringa tree at a height of about 6 feet maximum, if you wish to be able to reach its harvest.

Warnings

• • Worldwide, some people eat the root. Do not eat the root. It tastes like horseradish, but the root's bark contains a powerful neurotoxin. In large enough quantities, it can be fatal. Leave the roots alone.
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• Constantly trim your Moringas. If you do not, you will eventually have a very tall, very thin tree, with branches at the very top; inaccessible, and unattractive.


• The leaves, pods, flowers buds, blossoms, and seeds can all be eaten. The flower buds and blossoms must be cooked, the seeds should be cooked, but the leaves can be eaten raw or cooked.

• Moringa seeds.


• Loose potting soil.


• A sunny location for the Moringas.


• Water


• Pruning shears or scissors

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