Moringa, native to parts of Africa and Asia, is the sole genus in the flowering plant family Moringaceae.
Moringa is a multiuse tree with great benefits hidden in every part of it right from root to bark, leaves, flowers and seeds. Moringa is becoming famous all over the world because of its richness in minerals and Vitamins. Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium, Vitamin C and Amino acids are found in abundance in Moringa. The fresh leaves are used like Spinach while the dried ones are powdered and consumed.Moringa leaves have been used in some parts of the world as an affordable way to combat malnutrition. They have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties and are also known to treat diarrhea.The leaves are cooked and used like spinach, and they are also dried and powdered for use as a condiment. Moringa leaves can be consumed fresh, cooked or as powder. It can be used in tea, in capsules, added to beverages, sprinkled in salades or soup... etc.Moringa contains proteins, vitamins, and minerals.