Do you know that every part of the Moringa tree can be used in medical science?
Moringa oleifera, or simply known as Moringa, has an impressive range of medicinal uses with high nutritional value and health benefits. Different parts of Moringa contain a profile of important minerals and are a good source of protein, vitamins, beta-carotene, amino acids and various phenolics. Moringa provides a rich and rare combination of zeatin, quercetin, beta-sitosterol, caffeoylquinic acid and kaempferol.
In summary, Moringa can act as cardiac and circulatory stimulants, possess antitumor, antipyretic, antiepileptic, antiinflammatory, antiulcer, antispasmodic, diuretic, antihypertensive, cholesterol lowering agent, antioxidant, antidiabetic, hepatoprotective, antibacterial and antifungal activities, and is being employed for the treatment of different ailments in the indigenous system of medicine.
Moringa has been used traditionally in various parts of the world as part of herbal medicine repertoire for ailments ranging from gout to various inflammations and fevers. Some of the remedies are described here but there is no guarantee they will work for everyone or every case.
Medicinal Uses and Benefits of Moringa Leaves
- Moringa Leaf tea treats gastric ulcers and diarrhea.
- Moringa leaves, if rubbed against the temple, can relieve headaches.
- Moringa leaves extracts can be used against bacterial or fungal skin complaints.
- Apply a poultice of fresh Moringa leaves to stop bleeding from a shallow cut.
- Moringa leaves possess anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory effect when applied to wounds or insect bites.
- Taking fresh Moringa leaves is good for those suffering from malnutrition due to the high protein and fibre content.
- Moringa leaves treat fevers, bronchitis, eye and ear infections, inflammation of the mucus membrane
- Moringa leaves are rich in iron content and they are reportedly prescribed for anemia in the Philippines.
- Dried Moringa leaves treat diarrhea in Malawi, Africa.
- The powder ground from the leaves is also used in the treatment of scurvy skin diseases (common bacterial infections of the skin).
Medicinal Uses and Benefits of Moringa Flowers
- Flower juice improves the quality and flow of mothers’ milk when breast feeding.
- Flower juice is useful for urinary problems as it encourages urination.
- In Haiti, villagers boil Moringa flowers in water and drink the tea as a powerful cold remedy.
Medicinal Uses and Benefits of Moringa Pods
- If eaten raw, Moringa pods act as a de-wormer and treat liver and spleen problems and pains of the joints.
- Due to high protein and fibre content they can play a useful part in treating malnutrition and diarrhea.
Medicinal Uses and Benefits of Moringa Seeds
- Used for their antibiotic and anti-inflammatory properties to treat arthritis, rheumatism, gout, cramp, sexually transmitted diseases and boils. The seeds are roasted, pounded, mixed with coconut oil and applied to the problem area. Seed oil can be used for the same ailments.
- Roasted seeds and oil can encourage urination.
- They can also be used as a relaxant for epilepsy.
- Moringa seeds are effective against skin-infecting bacteria Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. They contain the potent antibiotic and fungicide terygospermin.
Medicinal Uses and Benefits of Moringa Roots, Bark and Gum
- The roots and the bark have all of the properties described above but are more concentrated. Therefore much more care should be taken if using them as medicines.
- The roots and bark are used for cardiac and circulatory problems, as a tonic and for inflammation. The bark is an appetizer and digestive.
- In Senegal and India, roots are pounded and mixed with salt to make a poultice for treating rheumatism and articular pains. In Senegal, this poultice is also used to relieve lower back or kidney pain.
- The alkaloid spirachin (a nerve paralysant) has been found in the roots.
- The gum is diuretic, astringent and abortifacient and is used against asthma.
Medicinal Uses and Benefits of Moringa Oil
- Oil of Ben is used for hysteria, scurvy, prostate problems and bladder troubles.
- Villagers in Oman use Moringa oil to treat stomach disorders. They also use it in perfume and hair oil.
The ayurvedic medicine of India has many uses for Moringa Tree products, such as a natural antibiotic, an aid in childbirth, for treating liver disorders, and many other uses.
Moringa & Siddha Medicinal Uses and Benefits
In Siddha medicine belief, Moringa leaves are full of medicinal properties. The drumstick seeds are used as a sexual virility drug for treating erectile dysfunction in men and also in women for prolonging sexual activity.
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