MORINGA
Moringa is an extremely nutrient-dense and multi-use tree that is often referred to as a super food. At Lago Bay we have planted this easy to grow 'wonder' creatively in order to integrate permaculture ideas within a residential community.
Near the entrance of Lago Bay is a labyrinth made with shaped moringa trees and flowers that makes for a beautiful garden. Many of the fences or boundary markers of the project have moringa. Because moringa is best when pruned and shaped, it is great for a variety of locations that would otherwise obstruct views. The frequent pruning is synonymous with harvest time.
HEALTH BENEFITS
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Moringa has over 40 powerful antioxidants
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Moringa contains flavonoids for maintenance of healthy hair and nails
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Moringa helps stimulate clear vision
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Moringa is proven to combat harmful bacteria in the body
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Moringa contains a powerful plant hormone called zeatin, which protects the skin and increases the antioxidant activity of enzymes that fight aging
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Moringa reduces cytokines, which are involved in inflammatory processes
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Moringa leaf is used to treat gastric ulcers. It's an acid-reflux fighter
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Moringa is a blood sugar balancer shown to effectivly improve insulin response for treating diabetes.
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Moringa has a complete amino-protein profile (18 amino acids and 28% protein) for high stamina.