Well, the festive season has come and gone and if you’re anything like me, it left you a little tired, a little full, and wondering how you survived it all. That’s when I turn to my not-so-secret helper: moringa.

Yes, I talk about it often because it’s amazing! Moringa really is one of those rare supplements that earns its reputation. It’s particularly helpful at times of the year when our bodies are under pressure from stress, disrupted sleep and a few too many indulgences.

Traditionally, moringa has been valued for its potential to support:

• Natural energy levels
• Detoxification and alkalising processes
• Healthy digestion
• Immune system function
• Relaxation and sleep quality

Many people report a steady lift in energy rather than a quick burst, which makes sense given how nutrient-dense moringa leaves are.

Moringa leaves contain vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants that support overall wellbeing. Personally, I add moringa powder to my morning smoothie and find my energy and general sense of wellbeing carries me through the day.

Moringa’s nutritional value is so well recognised that international aid organisations have used it to help combat malnutrition in developing regions. Because the tree grows easily in subtropical climates, it’s often cultivated locally as a low-cost, sustainable way to improve nutrition. In some areas, moringa trees are even grown in orphanages to help support children’s diets.

Moringa is also highly alkalising. When the body becomes too acidic, it may contribute to issues such as joint discomfort, digestive disturbances, weight gain and bone health concerns. Many festive favourites such as meat, cheese, sugar, coffee and alcohol can promote acidity. So yes, our bodies appreciated all the alkalising help they could get over the holidays.

Immune support and sleep are also common reasons people turn to moringa. Many report improved resilience during stressful periods and better sleep quality which is a welcome relief after the hectic end-of-year rush.

So now you can see why I consider moringa the quiet achiever. Moringa offers nutritional support when your body needs it most and it’s available in both powder and capsule form, making it easy to fit into your everyday life. 

For further information on gout or any other health issue call to see the team at Go Vita Your Health Shop at 5 North St Batemans Bay or phone on 44729737. Don’t miss our weekly segment on 2EC radio, where Marianne and Go Vita’s Nutritionist Sofia talk about health and wellness with Kimmi Saker every Wednesday after 12.30pm.

References

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• Leone, A. et al. (2015). Cultivation, genetic, ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Moringa oleifera leaves: An overview. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 16(6), 12791–12835.
• Vergara-Jimenez, M., Almatrafi, M. M., & Fernandez, M. L. (2017). Bioactive components in Moringa oleifera leaves protect against chronic disease. Antioxidants, 6(4), 91.
• Gopalakrishnan, L., Doriya, K., & Kumar, D. S. (2016). Moringa oleifera: A review on nutritive importance and its medicinal application. Food Science and Human Wellness, 5(2), 49–56.