By Cyrus A. Natividad 

The Moringa (Malunggay), is considered the most nutrient-dense plant, internationally. It is widely recognized for its numerous medicinal benefits. Moringga is rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin E; widely accepted to reduce the signs of aging. 

Also known as a vegetable tree’, moringa is grown for food rather than forestry. At this time of expensive remedies and prescriptions, the moringa powder is a good health alternative and cure for wounds and skin irritation. During our childhood, mother would resort to fresh boiled moringa leaves; use its pulp on the wound, which heals in a short time as expected. 

At this time of expensive remedies and prescriptions, the Moringa leaf powder is a good health alternative. Due to the increase in health awareness and recognition of its nutritional benefits, the Moringa leaf powder has grown in demand worldwide – with a projected market reaching up to USD 12.7 billion by 2023; a projection of 8.6 % between those years. 

This growing popularity of the moringa leaf powder is leading the trend towards natural and organic ingredients. This contributes much in the production of dietary supplements, capsules and powders. Moringa is used to fortify foods like bread, noodles, juices, milk and tea. I personally mix the moringa juice in my coffee. Since I never use sugar, I consider it a good sweetener. 

In addition, Moringa oil- derived from Moringa seeds is also growing in demand now. Moringa oil is used in cosmetics and skin care products. The ‘miracle green’ moringa powder will help people gain an array of vitamins, minerals and healthy ingredients.