The Health Benefits of Drumstick Leaves
The Moringa or Drumstick trees make themselves at home almost anywhere. They are the only genus of the family Moringaceae. The trees branch out profusely and bear pods which are edible.The leaves are highly nutritious.
Drumstick trees grow almost everywhere, but they prefer a tropical climate.
Livestock, monkeys feed on the leaves which serve to be a tonic for them, unawares. It is known to increase milk production in cattle. WHO have been utilizing the leaves for more than forty years, to treat malnourished children: as a cheaper alternative in the countries that needed them.
The leaves have essential amino acids, vitamins A, B, C and minerals.
They are anti inflammatory, promote metabolism and support normal sugar levels of the body.
It is the secret of athletes to boost themselves and big companies prefer to keep the general public in the dark about its value, the plant being so abundant.
The chemicals in the leaves are an antioxidant; they beautify the skin, aid in digestion and are nourishment for the the eyes and brain.
The leaves increase the natural defences of the body.
At home the tender leaves could be taken in a boiled form, boiled with lentils. They could also be sautéed in oil with a little garlic or spices for taste. Even the blossoms are edible.
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Dreamy777 | Jul 10, 2011 | Reply
Thanks for the very great information
Rosettaartist1 | Jul 10, 2011 | Reply
I must look them up to see if we have them where I live.
willie wondka | Jul 10, 2011 | Reply
it would be good to harvest this to share it with the world. thanks for sharing.
Aiyanna | Jul 10, 2011 | Reply
I loved this when I was in India and having it with lentils was my favourite. …
I love Drumsticks especially in Sambar…
The Silver Phoenix | Jul 10, 2011 | Reply
a very enjoyable and informative article.
Jimmy Shilaho | Jul 10, 2011 | Reply
I didn’t know that, thank you.
vijayanths | Jul 10, 2011 | Reply
The drumsticks leaves juice can decrease your blood pressure.
Eunice Tan | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
Wonderful info. New for me.
Prince Raj 5 | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
Very good posting.I think you researched well on this subject.Keep it up
SharifaMcFarlane | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
This plant is good. No wonder big companies try to keep people ignorant of its uses. Wish you had a picture Wonder.
Martin Kloess | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
very good.
kanivel | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
I love the taste these leaves, especially in sambar. We can add them in the dough for making vada, dosa, etc. The taste would be great. As the other one commented, why don’t you ask for a fix now, and add a picture, for those who don’t know this?
Starpisces | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
wonderful information about drumstick leaves, first time heard of that, so far only heard of chicken drumsticks and ice cream drumsticks.
Jewelstar | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
Drumsticks is also good as a blood purifier and rich in iron. I love its taste.
chitragopi | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
They taste very good with dhal. I love the flavour.
siriiiii | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
Good one and thanks for sharing
Saurav Banerjee | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
Didn’t knew they had so many benefits.
PartizAnka | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
new information for me, thank you!
erwinkennythomas | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
very good!
CA Johnson | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
I have never heard of drumstick leaves, but it is good to know the health benefits of it. Thanks for sharing.
Ruby Hawk | Jul 11, 2011 | Reply
I see trees here that look very much like those pictured. I wonder if they are the same.
Andrew | Jul 12, 2011 | Reply
Fantastic. Spread the news! Moringa is one of the most healthful ways to get tons of vitamins.
The Elements | Jul 12, 2011 | Reply
I know this vegetable, very nutritious.
Tulan | Jul 12, 2011 | Reply
thanks for the information. I don’t recognize the tree, though.
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Something I never knew about, but wow quite a bit of health benefits.
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Julie Kovacs | Jul 16, 2011 | Reply
Thank you, I am very much into herbalism and this is perfect!
SharifaMcFarlane | Jul 17, 2011 | Reply
Thanks for the picture
Cassle Tang | Jul 18, 2011 | Reply
I laughed on myself when I read this, I thought the drumstick leaves are somehow related with drumstick I could find at fast food restaurant!
Thanks for sharing and broadened my knowledge.
beingwell | Jul 24, 2011 | Reply
Thanks for sharing.
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Uma Shankari | Aug 6, 2011 | Reply
Good for all, flowers are also used and given as soup especially to pregnant women
T. S. GARP | Aug 7, 2011 | Reply
Very interesting facts about drumstick leaves, I didn’t realize they had so much health benefits. Great share!
ankit | Aug 29, 2011 | Reply
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