Moringa Tea

Moringa is nicknamed as “the MIRACLE TREE”, and is now considered a superfood. The leaves of the Moringa plant are the most nutritious part, containing most antioxidants and macro nutrients. It is abundantly available all over India. It's the cheapest nutritional supplement. It is safe to use about one tablespoon (15 grams) of dried powder daily. Start with 1/4th tablespoon and increase dosage slowly. In Ayurveda it is used to cure or prevent about 300 diseases. It is the best detoxification tool for the body. Its leaves can be used to make varieties of dishes like salads, side dishes, curries and tea. Its fruit is used as a vegetable to make side dishes or in curries. Moringa powder is very much in demand nowadays to make tea.

HEALTH BENEFITS

  • Antioxidants
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Balances hormones
  • Slows the effects of ageing
  • Improves digestive health
  • Balances blood sugar levels
  • Protects and nourishes the skin
  • Stabilize mood and protect brain health
  • Natural aphrodisiac
  • Weight loss

RECIPES

DIFFERENT WAYS OF CONSUMING MORINGA

1. MORINGA TEA USING FRESH LEAVES

INGREDIENTS

  1. Fresh Moringa leaves - 1 tablespoon (15 grams)
  2. Water 200 ml

METHOD OF PREPARATION

  • Boil water
  • Put in the Moringa leaves, simmer for few minutes, strain
  • Drink with or without honey

2. HOW TO MAKE MORINGA POWDER

  • Take fresh leaves
  • Spread on a cloth or paper to dry in shade
  • Put in a mixer grinder and powder it
  • Pass through a sieve
  • Store in airtight bottle

3.MORINGA TEA USING POWDER

  • Water 200 ml
  • Moringa dried powder -1 teaspoon

METHOD OF PREPARATION

  • Boil water and switch off
  • Put in Moringa powder, close lid
  • After 5 minutes, strain
  • Drink with or without honey

4. MORINGA DRINK

Add ½ or one teaspoon of moringa powder to any juice of your choice and drink. Example

  • Buttermilk
  • Tender coconut water
  • Sugarcane juice
  • Vegetable juice
  • Fruit juices