Health Benefits of Malunggay
Malunggay tea health benefits are enjoyed across the world. The malunggay plant is grown in many countries. It’s scientific name is moringa oleifera.
Malunggay is also called horseradish tree, moringa and drumstick tree. It is known as the Miracle Tree because of its numerous health benefits, which include strong antibacterial properties. The leaves, pods and practically every part of the tree have some form of medicinal benefit.
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Malunggay leaves are the source of Malunggay tea health benefits. Malunggay leaves are rich in beta-carotene and a pound of moringa leaves contains 4 times the amount of vitamin A found in a pound of carrots.
Malunggay is also loaded with Vitamin C. A pound of moringa leaves gives seven times the amount of Vitamin C that a pound of oranges does.
Moringa is also a fine source of iron, protein and potassium.
Moringa Flowers are Enjoyed in Bangladesh as a Delicacy-Image via Wikipedia
In the Philippines moringa is planted in many areas for its leaves. In Jamaica, the sap of the tree is used to make a blue dye. Malunggay leaves contain two times the quantity of protein found in milk and three times more iron than spinach.
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Moringa leaves are an ingredient in soups in the Philippines. Consuming them in this way assists with maintaining the balance of the cholesterol levels in the body.
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It also helps to improve milk production in lactating women.
Malunggay is relatively simple to grow and is grown from cuttings or from seeds. The seed should be sown directly in the soil. It is better suited to big open spaces, since the plant grows into a tree.
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Malunggay improves the metabolism and strengthens the immune system. It shields the liver and kidneys and is used to purify water.
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You can benefit from the health benefits of moringa while using it in a variety of tasty dishes, such as salads. Dried malunggay leaves are utilized in sauces. Fresh malunggay can be an ingredient in quiche. It can be steamed, like kale and spinach.
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ilovebaboy | Aug 21, 2011 | Reply
We call it malunggay too. Are u a pinoy? hehe
Jimmy Shilaho | Aug 21, 2011 | Reply
I have never seen this plant…sounds funny considering the many benefits!
K Kristie | Aug 21, 2011 | Reply
We call it Kalamunggay in our dialect.
Nali | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
nice info!
Joe Ram | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
Nice to know.
pruelpo | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
Sharifa thank you for featuring my favorite vegetable. Almost all of its parts are useful.
webseowriters | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
thanks 4 sharing
mtrguanlao | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
Oh we have malunggay trees in our backyard Sharifa and mom would always make a soup out of it.
reiny | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
maluunggay, it’s new for me, thanks for share
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
Hi ILove
I am Jamaican
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
Jimmy, maybe it is not grown where you live.
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
Thanks for sharing that KKristie.
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
Thanks Nali.
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
Hi Joe
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
@Pruelpo
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
You’re welcome Webs
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
@Mtr
It’s nice to be able to pick fruit and vegetables fresh like that.
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 22, 2011 | Reply
You’re welcome Reiny
Ruby Hawk | Aug 23, 2011 | Reply
I had never heard of it, but it certainly sounds like a useful plant.
papaleng | Aug 23, 2011 | Reply
Unknown to many locals in our place, Malunggay fruit is also a delicacy. Thanks for sharing this highly informative article.
mphsglo | Aug 23, 2011 | Reply
Very interesting. I’ve never heard of it before now.
Likha | Aug 24, 2011 | Reply
Malunggay trees grow everywhere in the Philippines. Yes, malunggay has enormous health benefits so Filipinos are maximizing its use. We have recently come up with malunggay bread. Thanks Sharifa.
gaby7 | Aug 24, 2011 | Reply
What kind of fruits are these Shariffah? We have a version of this kind of plant in Northern Uganda but the fruits are shorter, just about 2 ft! This one is just amazing!
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 24, 2011 | Reply
Lol. I think it should grow well where you are Gaby. We have it in Jamaica too.
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 24, 2011 | Reply
I would like to taste that Likha.
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 24, 2011 | Reply
Hi Mph.
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 24, 2011 | Reply
Thanks for sharing that Papaleng.
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 24, 2011 | Reply
It is certainly useful Ruby.
isloooboy | Aug 25, 2011 | Reply
Interesting and very useful information thanks for sharing
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 25, 2011 | Reply
You’re welcome.
CA Johnson | Aug 25, 2011 | Reply
This is really informative. I never heard of this plant, but it is good to know that it has health benefits. Thanks for sharing.
1hopefulman | Aug 25, 2011 | Reply
thanks for telling us about the wonders of this plant!
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 26, 2011 | Reply
You\’re welcome!
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 26, 2011 | Reply
Hi CA
Michal Dorcak | Aug 26, 2011 | Reply
I have never seen this plant before either. Thanks for the info …
Melody SJAL | Aug 28, 2011 | Reply
I love malunggay and its soup.
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 28, 2011 | Reply
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 28, 2011 | Reply
Hi Michal
wonder | Aug 29, 2011 | Reply
How beneficial and I loved the blue herbal dye besides others..
SharifaMcFarlane | Aug 29, 2011 | Reply
Good to know.
athena goodlight | Sep 8, 2011 | Reply
I agree. This is a highly recommended food because of its nutritional value. It’s also helps breastfeeding mothers lactate. In our country its everywhere. It grows like weed anywhere. I just hope people will eat them more often.
SharifaMcFarlane | Sep 9, 2011 | Reply
I hope so; it’s a power food.
lrdl3535 | Jun 17, 2012 | Reply
Thanks
I’m trying to grow some trees of my own
pat | Sep 9, 2012 | Reply
i have this tree in my backyard for over 40 years and did not know that it was a miracle tree until a few days ago.