TACCA INTEGRIFOLIA
What is this?
Tacca integrifolia is a tropical herb with a core distribution in Southeast Asia. In the wild, this plant occurs in the understory of rain forests in deep shade, but in a diversity of soil types. The species is most often found growing in accumulations of decayed organic matter. It is known from Pakistan, eastern India, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and eastern China.
What it is used for?
The herbal plant (roots, leaves and fruit) is boiled and the decoction is consumed twice a day to ease hemorrhoids, high blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar level.
MORINGA OLEIFERA
What is this?
Moringa oleifera is a tree with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Also known as the drumstick tree, the miracle tree, the ben oil tree, or the horseradish tree, people have used moringa for centuries due to its health benefits. It is native to India and it contains proteins, vitamins, and minerals, making it useful to fight malnutrition.
Moringa contains many essential compounds, such as:
- vitamin A
- vitamin B1 (thiamine)
- vitamin B2 (riboflavin)
- vitamin B3 (niacin)
- vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
- calcium
- potassium
- iron
- magnesium
- phosphorus
It is also low in fat and contains no harmful cholesterol.
What it is used for?
Around the world, many people traditionally use moringa as food and for medicinal purposes.
1. Lowering blood sugar level
2. Easing stomach upset
3. Fighting foodborne bacterial infections
4. Preventing rheumatoid arthritis
5. Protecting and nourishing skin and hair
6. Treating asthma
7. Preventing kidney stones
8. Reducing high blood pressure
9. Improving eye health