Many of you might wonder what are the benefits you will get if you include this green leafy vegetable in your diet. In the Philippines Moringa Oleifera is called "Malungay" or "Kalamungay." This vegetable is used to cure almost all the known diseases that is why it is also know as the "Miracle Tree." People benefit from Moringa Oleifira both prevention and healing. This has been proven by studies and researches that it energizes the body, boosts the immune system and relaxes the person's mind thus enabling him to live a fuller life compared to those who do not include Moringa in their diet.
VITAMINS AND MINERALS FOUND IN MORINGA
| Nutrients | Common food | Moringa Leaves | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | Carrot | 1.8 mg | 6.8 mg |
| Calcium | Milk | 120 mg | 440 mg |
| Potassium | Banana | 88 mg | 259 mg |
| Protein | Yogurt | 3.1 g | 6.7 g |
| Vitamin C | Orange | 30 mg | 220 mg |
| Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) | |
|---|---|
| Energy | 64 kcal (270 kJ) |
| Carbohydrates | 8.28 g |
| - Dietary fiber | 2.0 g |
| Fat | 1.40 g |
| Protein | 9.40 g |
| Water | 78.66 g |
| Vitamin A equiv. | 378 μg (47%) |
| Thiamine (vit. B1) | 0.257 mg (22%) |
| Riboflavin (vit. B2) | 0.660 mg (55%) |
| Niacin (vit. B3) | 2.220 mg (15%) |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.125 mg (3%) |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.200 mg (92%) |
| Folate (vit. B9) | 40 μg (10%) |
| Vitamin C | 51.7 mg (62%) |
| Calcium | 185 mg (19%) |
| Iron | 4.00 mg (31%) |
| Magnesium | 147 mg (41%) |
| Manganese | 0.36 mg (17%) |
| Phosphorus | 112 mg (16%) |
| Potassium | 337 mg (7%) |
| Sodium | 9 mg (1%) |
| Zinc | 0.6 mg (6%) |
| Percentages are relative to US recommendations for adults. Source: USDA Nutrient Database | |
The data above shows that Moringa Oleifera contains almost all the necessary vitamins and minerals that our body needs.
MORINGA OLEIFERA AND PANIC ATTACKS
These are just some of the benefits of Moringa Oleifera to people who experience panic attacks:
1. Relaxes the body
2. Improves mood
3. Energizes and Boosts the immune system
4. Reduces the risk of heart related diseases
5. Normalizes the Blood Pressure
If you are experiencing panic attacks I recommend that you include Moringa in your diet.
