Characteristics of the Noni tree
An article on the Medlatec General Hospital website, with medical consultation from Dr. Duong Ngoc Van, states that the noni tree belongs to the coffee family and grows abundantly in the Southeast and Central Highlands regions of Vietnam. Almost all parts of the tree can be processed into medicine to support disease treatment and improve health.
The nutrients in the fruit and other parts of the noni plant have been shown to help control blood sugar, balance blood pressure, and improve bone and joint function.
Since 1753, the first scientific documents on the noni plant have been published. Today, both traditional and modern medicine recognize the outstanding health benefits of this plant.
The noni tree can be easily distinguished from other plants by its external characteristics.
Body
The average height of the trunk ranges from 4m to 8m, with a green or light brown trunk depending on age. The tree usually branches into a small, four-sided canopy.
Leaf part
Noni leaves grow in a symmetrical pattern. Each leaf is oval-shaped, averaging 12cm to 30cm in length and 6cm to 15cm in width. The leaves are wavy and oval-shaped, with the upper side being a darker green. The leaf surface has many distinct pinnate veins, while the lower side usually has prominent veins.
Flower part
The oil palm blooms in clusters, with the flower heads rounded or slightly oblong. Each flower stalk resembles a cylinder, the shaft is green and has a smooth surface, and the stalk is on average 1 to 2 cm long.
The flowers of the noni tree are hermaphrodite, with each petal being fairly uniform. Each small, lemon-colored flower grows around the stem, is white, and has either 6 or 5 petals.
Fruit
The fruit develops as a compound drupe (a combination of the ovule and the leaf body). Outwardly, the noni fruit appears as many eyes, each corresponding to a flower that had previously grown there.
When unripe, the noni fruit is light green, averaging 5 to 7 cm in length and 3 to 4 cm in diameter. As it matures, the fruit gradually turns yellow. The inside of the fruit is now soft, containing yellow flesh that is edible.
Seed
The seeds of the fruit are small, dark brown, oval-shaped with a pointed tip. Each noni fruit contains quite a few seeds.
Root
The roots of the noni tree are taproots that penetrate quite deep into the soil. The roots are usually harvested in large quantities during the winter, then easily dried and sliced into thin pieces.
What are the benefits of noni fruit juice?
According to Healthline, as reported by Lao Dong newspaper, noni fruit has been used for medicinal purposes for a long time, but nowadays it is mainly used to make juice. Noni juice contains many powerful antioxidants and has several health benefits.
Noni juice is very good for your health.
Powerful antioxidant
Noni juice is high in antioxidants, so it can help prevent cell damage caused by free radicals.
Additionally, studies indicate that diets rich in antioxidants may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes.
The main antioxidants in noni juice include beta-carotene, iridoids, and vitamins C and E.
Reducing harm from tobacco
Tobacco smoke increases the amount of free radicals to dangerous levels, which can cause cell damage and oxidative stress, leading to heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
Numerous studies have shown that foods rich in antioxidants, such as noni juice, can reduce oxidative stress and cell damage, particularly cell damage caused by tobacco.
However, noni juice cannot prevent all the harmful effects of tobacco, so you should still quit smoking as soon as possible to prevent disease.
Reduce pain from arthritis.
Both traditional medicine and some modern studies indicate that noni fruit has pain-relieving effects. Joint pain is often caused by inflammation and oxidative stress. Noni juice may help relieve pain naturally by reducing inflammation and fighting free radicals.
Helps improve the immune system.
Noni juice can help improve your immune system health. This juice is rich in vitamin C, which supports the immune system by protecting cells from damage caused by free radicals and environmental toxins.
Furthermore, many other antioxidants found in this juice, such as beta-carotene, can also improve immune health.
Source: https://vtcnews.vn/nuoc-ep-trai-nhau-co-tac-dung-gi-ar910499.html
