Drumstick-Moringa – शेवगा – मुंगना

Recently, Moringa has been proclaimed as one of the superfoods. Moringa has been used in Indian cooking since ages, be it sambar, sabji, rasam etc.

Nutrient profile:

1. Vitamin A
2. Thiamine (B1)
3. Riboflavin (B2)
4. Niacin (B3)
5. Vitamin B6
6. Folate (B9)
7. Vitamin C
8. Calcium
9. Phosphorus
10. Potassium

Following are the umpteen health benefits that Moringa has to offer.

1. Boon for Diabetics

Moringa is a boon for diabetics as it is known to reduce spiked blood sugar levels significantly. It enhances the gall bladder function, which in turn helps in lowering the blood glucose levels.

 

2. Improves Digestive health

It is an excellent source of B vitamins, which play an important role in improving our digestive health. B vitamin help break down the foods and make it easier to digest.

 

3. Strengthens Bones

Drumsticks are loaded with incredible amounts of calcium and iron, which are essential for strong bones. It also prevents the loss of bone density. Drumstick has anti-inflammatory properties that are beneficial in treating conditions like arthritis and healing minor bone fractures.

 

4. Prevents respiratory diseases

Drumstick is high in Vitamin C, thus helps to prevent common illnesses like common cold, flu etc. Anti-inflammatory properties of drumstick helps in lowering the symptoms of respiratory problems like asthma, wheezing etc

 

5. Improves Kidney health

Consuming drumstick in regularly helps in reducing the development of stones in Kidney and bladder.