Moringa is a multiuse tree with great benefits hidden in every part of it right from root to bark, leaves, flowers and seeds. Moringa is globally used because of its richness in minerals and vitamins. Potassium, magnesium, calcium, vitamin C and amino acids are found in abundance in Moringa.
The most nutritious part of the plant, leaves can be eaten as spinach or powdered and added to sauces and soups. They are rich in vitamins (B vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin K, beta-carotene), minerals (calcium, magnesium, iron , potassium) and proteins.
Moringa leaves have been used in some parts of the world as an affordable way to combat malnutrition. They have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties and are also known to treat diarrhea.Applied to the skin, they help wounds and bites heal, and help relieve some skin conditions. Due to the high iron content, moringa leaves have been traditionally used to cure anemia.