Blog - Scientists Discover Secrets of Moringa Oleifera
Molecular biologists recently discovered the mystery of the Moringa tree, reinforcing the incredible value of consuming this plant for its nutrition. Moringa oleifera is known for supplying rich amounts of nutrients and minerals, and for providing numerous and diverse medicinal benefits. The study was published in the journal Genomics in April 2019.
Scientists at the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) in Bengaluru have deciphered Moringa’s transcriptome and analyzed the plant’s sequencing data. In other words, this team of biologists have figured out the science behind why Moringa is such an incredible supplement for your health. Led by Professor R. Sowdhamini, the team wanted to better understand the mystery behind the superfood, to understand the science behind Moringa’s known medicinal properties. The study confirmed a number of incredible facts:
- Moringa has thirty times more iron and one-hundred times for calcium than spinach.
- A specific anti-cancer agent–kaempferol–was found in abundant amounts in Moringa flowers.
- A bioactive compound called quercetin and its synthetizing agents were also found in the leaves and flowers of the plant. Quercetin and its synthesizing agents are effective for treating metabolic disorders.
- Specific enzymes that improve glucose tolerance and the metabolizing of lipids was confirmed to be found in seeds of Moringa oleifera.
- Ursolic and Oleanic acids, along with their synthesizing enzymes, known as anti-cancer agents, were also in abundance, especially in the roots.
- High amounts of Vitamin C were also confirmed in all give of the plant tissues studied (leaf, root, stem, seed, and flower).
- Iron transports and calcium storage proteins were also found in the roots and leaves.
Moringa grows in Southeast Asia and Africa, and it has been used to heal and sustain cultures and peoples for a very long time. Moringa’s high vitamin and mineral content–confirmed by the recent study published in Genomics–outranks the acai berry, goji berry, broccoli, and even green tea, making it one of the most nutritious superfoods available. Moringa is one of the few plant-based sources of complete protein. It contains all nine essential amino acids and is truly a miracle food!
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