LEAFY FACTS

Health Benefits of Malunggay Leaves

 Scientific name: Moringa oelifera

Malunggay leaves was once considered a "poor man's vegetables" but now it is known as a "miracle tree" or "nature's medicine cabinet" by scientists and health care workers from around the world because it is loaded with vitamins and minerals that can be an effective remedy against many kinds of ailments.
All parts of the malunggay tree are usable for nutritional and medicinal purposes - from the roots, trunk, and branches to the leaves, flowers, and seeds. The small, oval, dark-green leaves are famous vegetable ingredient in soup, fish and chicken dishes. The leaves can actually be eaten raw, but best added in meals due to its high concentration of nutrients. The roots is used to make tea, while the trunk, after it's scraped and squeezed for its juice is used to clean wounds.

Malunggay leaves- contain niacin and vitamins A and E that contribute to a healthy skin. Malunggay's  vitamin C increase body resistance to infection, promotes healing of wounds,bruise,and burns. it's vitamin K helps in blood clotting, enhancing the rebuilding process.