Moringa
Moringa oleifera
Why We Love It:
The history of moringa begins in the lush areas of north India, the Philippines, and the deserts of Pakistan, where indigenous people used the herb for food and medicine. Moringa is naturally rich in vitamins A, B, and C, as well as iron and potassium, and it can be an incredible source of essential nutrients for the body.
Moringa has been recognized as a galactagogue to help support lactation. Double-blinded studies have found that moringa helps support breast milk production in postpartum mothers. Evidence from five small randomized controlled trials concluded that Moringa produces an “increase in breast milk volume compared to placebo.” As always, before taking an herbal supplement, we recommend consulting with your doctor.
What It Looks Like:
Moringa is a deciduous tree, which means that it sheds its leaves annually. What distinguishes this tree from others is its white-grey bark and purple or green-colored shoots. Moringa has fragrant pale-yellow flowers and low hanging brown pods. Harvests will typically include moringa’s leaves, fruit, flowers, and immature pods.
