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Followers of all the latest food and wellness trends are well versed in the health benefits of chia seeds, turmeric, kale and acai. There’s no end to the number of food fads that come and go, but there’s a new superfood in town that’s quickly gaining staying power for its antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties and cardiovascular benefits.
Moringa (or moringa oleifera as it’s formally known), is a small tree found in India, Pakistan and Nepal that is commonly used in the East to treat and prevent arthritis, anemia, diabetes and liver disease. It’s also a popular treatment for digestive, skin and respiratory disorders.
To reap the benefits of moringa, the leaves of the tree are ground up in powder form. However, the root, bark, seeds, fruits and flowers are also edible!
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If you’re curious about this powerful superfood, and you want to incorporate it into your health routine, there’s no limit to the number of ways that you can add it to your soups, smoothies and salads. You can even use it as a moisturizer!
If you want to get experimental and think out of the box, try this grilled cheese recipe, featuring blueberries, honey and moringa.
Want to keep it simple? Add a scoop of moringa powder to your morning smoothie, drink some moringa tea, or make this morning moringa matcha latte.
