Which vegetable has 4 times more calcium than milk and 7 times more vitamin C than oranges?

According to specialist doctor Huynh Tan Vu - lecturer of Traditional Medicine Department, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Ho Chi Minh City, Moringa is a vegetable rich in calcium 4 times more than milk, vitamin C 7 times more than oranges.

Moringa helps prevent cardiovascular disease, cancer, and protects the liver and kidneys. (Source: Health and Life Newspaper)

Moringa leaves contain 18 types of amino acids and 46 types of antioxidants. Scientists have compared the nutritional content of fresh Moringa leaves (100g) with other foods and found that the vitamin C content is 7 times higher than oranges, 4 times higher than milk, 4 times higher than carrots, 2 times higher than yogurt, 3 times higher than spinach, etc.

Prevent cardiovascular disease, cancer, protect liver and kidney: Moringa leaves contain a lot of vitamin C, zinc and other active ingredients that can protect cells from free radicals, substances that can cause cancer. Saponin compounds from this vegetable have the effect of protecting liver and kidney tissue.

The components flavonoids, hyperoside, rutoside, terpenoid, oleanoic acid, b-sitosterol in the leaves all have high antioxidant activity that can prevent heart damage and are proven to maintain a healthy heart.

“Medicine” for HIV patients: Moringa helps improve nutrition and is also used as medicine for HIV-positive patients.

Good for children and nursing mothers: Dr. Vu added that fresh Moringa leaves are considered by the World Health Organization (WHO) as an effective solution for mothers with low milk supply, pregnant women, malnourished children and weaned children from 1-3 years old. Children consuming 39g of this vegetable can provide 30% of protein, 75% of calcium and 50% of iron needed for the body.

For pregnant and lactating mothers, using 100g of fresh leaves per day is enough to supplement calcium, vitamin C, vitamin A, iron, copper, magnesium, and necessary B vitamins for the day.

Antibacterial properties: Moringa leaf extract has strong antibacterial activity against Candida albicans and Gram (+) bacteria, Gram (-) bacteria, effectively preventing and fighting fungi.

Good for digestion: Parts of the plant such as leaves, roots, seeds, bark, fruits and flowers... contain moringinin which stimulates digestion and cures dysentery. The high fiber content in moringa leaves softens waste, stimulates intestinal activity and improves constipation.

In addition, Moringa is also used topically to support the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections.

Dr. Vu warns that Moringa may interact with some medications used to treat hypothyroidism, diabetes, and high blood pressure. People with these conditions should consult their doctor.

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