VIVA – Moringa leaves become one type of plant that is quite popular among the people of Indonesia. Some people are more familiar with Moringa leaves as a plant for removing talismans or implants.
But behind all that, the benefits of Moringa leaves as medicine and health. Moringa leaves are known to contain vitamin A, vitamin B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B-6 folate and ascorbic acid (vitamin C), calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, zinc phosphorus. In addition, Moringa leaves are very low in fat and do not contain harmful cholesterol.
The various benefits of consuming Moringa leaves, one of which is that it can overcome disease disorders indigestion. This was revealed by Clinical Nutrition Specialist, dr. Feni Nugraha, MARS, M.Gizi, SpGK in tvOne’s Healthy Living program, Tuesday, October 26, 2021.
“Indeed, research shows that Moringa leaves can treat ulcers. Moringa leaves are also known to reduce gastric acid production,” he said.
It was further explained that Moringa leaves contain flavonoids and gastroprotective, anti-bacterial properties that can inhibit bacterial growth. In addition, Feni said, Moringa leaves are also high in fiber which is good for the digestive tract.
So how to process Moringa leaves to treat ulcer disease? Related to this, Feni explained that Moringa leaves can be processed into clear soup.
However, in the processing, said Feni, don’t cook it too long. This is so that the vitamins and minerals in the Moringa leaves are not lost.
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