Malunggay Pandesal

Description: Hot baked and Delight taste of nutritious                              Malunggay Pan de sal

There are many benefits of the malunggay tree, but the health benefits are the most important. Research has shown that various parts of the malunggay tree can be effective in a significant number of health concerns. Here’s a quick look at a few of them:

• Malunggay is rich in Vitamin A. It contains four times more Vitamin A or beta-carotene than carrots. Hence, it is a weapon against blindness.
• It is also a rich source of Vitamin C many times more than oranges.
• Normally milk is said to be a rich source of calcium but the amount of calcium present in Malunggay leaves is way higher than in milk.
• The Malunggay leaves are said to contain two times the protein present in milk.
• Bananas are a rich source of potassium. But Malunggay leaves contain several times more potassium than bananas.
• Along with potassium, zinc is also found in large quantities in Malunggay.
• If Malunggay leaves were to be eaten by one and all, the world will be free of anemia as it contains three times more iron than spinach.
• With all the junk food eaten these days, many people face problems of high cholesterol. Malunggay helps in balancing the cholesterol levels in the body.
• Essential Amino acids are also found in Malunggay.
• Malunggay is also said to balance sugar levels, hence it is helpful in the fight against diabetes.
• The body's natural defense mechanism increases with the consumption of Malunggay in the daily diet pattern. Since it is an immunity-stimulant, it is prescribed for AIDS afflicted patients.
• Malunggay leaves can be consumed to stimulate metabolism.
• It is also said to have digestive powers.
• It is a nutrition booster and is known to promote a feeling of well-being in people.
• If you are looking for non-sugar based energy, then Malunggay leaves is the answer. Thus, it will also help in the weight lossprocess.
• The cell structure of the body is stimulated by the Malunggay leaves.
• It is especially useful for lactating mothers. The consumption of Malunggay has shown dramatic increase in the quantity of breast milk.
• It is also famous for its anti-bacterial properties.
• The paste of the Malunggay leaves is said to beautify the skin and is hence applied by women regularly.
• It protects the liver and kidneys.
• It can also be used as a water purifier.

 Malunggay contains more than 90 nutrients and 46 types of antioxidants. With all the health benefits of  Malunggay  it can easily be termed as the most nutritious plant on the face of the earth. There are no side-effects of  Malunggay tree leaves which have been proved till date. At the same time it can be consumed by small children and adults alike. Therefore, many people have started using it in porridge, pastas, breads, etc., to reap the everlasting health benefits of the extraordinary ' Malunggay'.According to Dr. Monica G. Marcu, researcher and clinical pharmacologist,  Malunggay is unique because, even in small amounts, it can supply daily a wide gamut of vital nutrients with few calories. 

Vitamin and mineral content are just the beginning.  Malunggay has 18 amino acids, including the eight essentials – the ones your body can not survive without but can not manufacture on its own; they must be supplied through diet.

 Malunggay is as good a source of roughage as carrots but has quadruple the beta carotene content.  It also has plenty of omega-3 oils and chlorophyll, plus 45 compounds with antioxidant properties and 36 with anti-inflammatory properties.

To the average Joe,  Malunggay is a simple way to manage many health problems.  It can help reduce cholesterol and triglycerides, control blood sugar, and offer anti-aging and anti-inflammatory substances, many of which have anti-cancer properties.

source:http://www.edlagman.com/moringa/moringa-health-benefits.html