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 cure hemorrhoids, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. This decoction is also believed to be effective in treating kidney disease, weak heart and can quench thirst.
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. Treating diabetes
2. Treating edema
3. Protecting the liver
4. Preventing and treating cancer
5. Treating stomach upset
6. Fighting foodborne bacterial infections
7. Preventing rheumatoid arthritis
8. Treating mood and nervous system disorders
9. Protecting the cardiovascular system
10.Protecting and nourishing skin and hair
11. Treating asthma
12. Preventing kidney stones
13. Reducing high blood pressure
14. Improving eye health
15. Treating anemia and sickle cell disease