Moringa or the drumstick tree is one of the underrated superfood native to India that deserves your attention for all the good reasons. From the bark of the tree to its seed, each part of this tree can be put into use for improving health. Used in Ayurveda for years now, moringa can prevent diseases like diabetes, anemia, arthritis, liver, and heart diseases. Whether you consume the drumstick cooked in your sambar or mix its dried leaves to your smoothies, here are all the health benefits of adding moringa to your diet.

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Regular intake of moringa powder has been found effective to reduce lipid and glucose levels in the body. This in return can maintain blood sugar and prevent oxidative stress that can lower the risks of diabetes.

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Moringa can control lipids to prevent arterial plague. It can also control bad cholesterol levels to reduce chances of developing cardiovascular diseases.

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Moringa can reduce oxidative damage of liver and regulate liver enzymes.

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The antioxidants present in moringa helps to fight free radicals that can cause inflammation, cell damage and oxidative stress.

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Moringa is known to prevent common infections easily, thanks to its antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. It can ward off skin infections, blood and urinary tract infections.

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Long-term exposure of arsenic can cause cancer and heart diseases. Moringa leaves can combat these effects from arsenic toxicity.

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