The Benefits of Moringa
Moringa Tree also is often called the “Tree of Life” or “miracle tree” and is used for multiple purposes. It is also a popular super food.
Moringa oleifera is a shrub with numerous benefits especially in the treatment of human and animal health. Every part of Moringa oleifera, including the seeds and roots, are very useful in tackling many diseases.
The Many Uses of Moringa
- Source of vitamins & minerals
- Source of antioxidants
- Source of proteins
- Source of amino acids
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Has anti-aging properties
- Insect repellant
- Controls obesity when used as food
- Best for breast-feeding supplement
- Helps to control diabetic problems
- Anti-fungal properties
- Used to purify polluted water
- Animal feeding
- Fight erosion and desertification
- Skincare products
- Used to produce biofuel
- And many more….
Moringa for Health & Climate Change
Disease Prevention
Moringa helps boost the immune system and has been proven to assist in preventing diseases such as cancer, diabetes, cholesterol, herpes, HIV/AIDS, high blood pressure and more.
Nutritional Value
Moringa has 9 times more protein than yoghurt, 10 times more vitamin A than carrots, 25 times more iron than spinach, 17 times more calcium than milk, 15 times more potassium than bananas and 7 times more vitamin C than oranges.
Environmental
Moringa is known by humankind to be the best CO² absorbent from the environment, e.g. planting 5 trees per citizen can eradicate the earth’s CO² emissions. Moringa’s CO² absorption from our environment indirectly helps to sustain life underwater.
Moringa Products
The moringa product range, produced and distributed by Afya Health Products comprises of a variety of moringa products, including capsules, tablets, oils, teas, cosmetics, foods such as porridges, cereals and health drinks.
