You have heard the wonderful news that you are pregnant, what now? If I can take my own experience with my first baby, one of the first thoughts that came up for me was nutrition. I was a vegetarian at the time, but not necessarily the healthiest eater, so I was a bit concerned about my baby getting all the essential nutrients she needs.
I wish I knew about moringa back then! A completely natural way to supplement with all you need from a plant source. With 27% protein and a nutrient profile that reads like a multi vitamin, but is of course bio available, which makes it superior to even a high quality formulated multi vitamin. It is actually a plant that is unparalleled in it’s category, they say the most nutrient dense plant ever discovered. Below is a quote by Dr. Monica G. Marcu that is so in love with the moringa tree that she wrote a book on it called “The Miracle Tree” in 2005.
“Moringa is a powerful vitamin factory; some of those present in the various parts of the plant include vitamin c, beta-carotene (a precursor of vitamin a), vitamin e, vitamin k, and many of the B complex group of vitamins.”
“Absolutely no negative effects to daily consumption of Moringa leaves and seeds have ever been reported.” “Moringa is considered to have the highest protein ratio of any plant so far studied on earth!” “…many suppliers offer vitamins that are not truly absorbed due to poor formulations. These vitamins are not truly “bioavailable” (absorbable and available for maximum effectiveness to the body). Alternatively, all humans need complex, natural vitamins provided by a nutritious diet consisting mostly of plants (leaves, fruits, roots, sprouts, mushrooms, etc.). Remember, nutrients are meant to work in a delicate balance with each other, not as separate compounds, as often formulated in pills, capsules and tablets.”
Dr. Monica G. Marcu, Pharm. D., P.D.
It is not a surprise then that in many parts of Africa moringa trees are planted around maternity clinics and the leaves are utilized to treat malnutrition in mothers and children. It is so effective in bringing weak children back from the brink that several medical papers have been published singing its praises. Pregnant mothers health are supported, babies are born with healthy birth weights and lactation is naturally boosted, all by consuming moringa leaves. In fact moringa leaf has been promoted by the World Health Organization (WHO) for years as an inexpensive health booster for poor countries. In Ayurvedic medicine, an ancient Indian medicine system, it has been used to treat up to 300 ailments.
You might think, if it is that good, why have I not heard of it before? It is actually something that midwives and doulas know about and recommend regularly to their clients. If it hasn’t been recommended to you yet, ask your midwife about it.
With all this in mind, imagine what it can do for your body while going through the miraculous process of growing a new life. In our modern world where our food is no longer as nutritious as it was, we all need to be aware of not lacking in certain vital nutrients during this very important time of our lives.
It doesn’t stop there. Moringa is gently energizing without keeping you awake, so can be taken at any time of day and helps you maintain stamina. If your body is fully supported by getting all the nutrition it needs, not to mention all the antioxidants, it is able to function at it’s best capacity.
When I had my first baby I thought I had never worked so hard in my life and I was someone who held down three jobs at once in my early twenties! Being on constant call to your newborn’s demands, your body still healing from the birth, working 24/7 producing milk to feed your baby and on top of that the sleep deprivation is quite a cocktail. Some of us have other small children to care for or even have to return to work!
Who couldn’t do with someone or something in your corner supporting you throughout.
It is a great habit to start now as a lifestyle choice and continue to support your immune system through your youth, midlife and into your later years.
To top it all moringa is very affordable and safe for the entire family to use. Children love the tea which is of course caffeine free and so nourishing. Did I mention that it boosts breastmilk production? It is hands down one of the best health investments you will ever make.
Your trusted moringa brand since 2012, we sell a whole variety of moringa products on our website shop. They are all equally effective, so decide what matches your taste and lifestyle. Could you mix a green powder into your smoothie, yogurt or soup? Do you prefer to rather swallow some capsules, or having a relaxing herbal tea? O, I forgot to mention, easily absorbable, moisturising Moringa oil to combat stretch marks. Whatever you prefer, your body will thank you.