Moringa
90+ nutrients. The most complete plant food used in Soma Delights.
Moringa (Moringa oleifera), known as drumstick leaves in South India, is one of the most nutrient-dense plants ever studied — containing 90+ nutrients including all 9 essential amino acids (a complete protein), iron, calcium, and vitamins A, C, and E simultaneously. The leaves are used; the roots are toxic and never consumed.
Good for
- Iron and calcium
- Lactating mothers
- Sustained energy
Watch for
- Active thyroid medication users (consult doctor)
Blood sugar management
Isothiocyanates, QuercetinIsothiocyanates in moringa inhibit gluconeogenesis (liver glucose production) and enhance insulin sensitivity. A 2014 clinical study showed 28% reduction in fasting blood glucose.
Complete nutrition in one ingredient
Complete protein profileAll 9 essential amino acids, 156% DV iron, calcium, and vitamins A, C, E simultaneously. Rarely found in a single plant food.
Liver protection
Quercetin, KaempferolMoringa reduces liver enzyme elevation (ALT/AST) caused by medications and toxins. Consistently hepatoprotective in animal and small human studies.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 64 kcal |
| Protein | 9.4g (complete) |
| Iron | 28mg |
| Calcium | 185mg |
| Vitamin A | 378μg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 51mg |
| Quercetin | ~57mg |
Moringa's iron content (28mg/100g) is the highest of any green leaf — 3× more than spinach. However, like all plant iron, it's non-heme and requires vitamin C for maximum absorption. We always pair moringa with amla or lemon for this reason. CAUTION: Only leaves are used. Moringa roots contain spirochin, a neural toxin — never juice the roots.
- Mbikay M (2012). Therapeutic potential of Moringa oleifera leaves in chronic hyperglycemia. Front Pharmacol.
- Stohs SJ & Hartman MJ (2015). Review of the safety and efficacy of Moringa oleifera. Phytother Res.
- Market
- Local Kukatpally vendors, Hyderabad
- Distance
- 5–10km
- Restocked
- Every 2 days
- Freshness
- Pressed within 12 hours of harvest
- Notes
- Year-round availability is a key advantage. We source tender leaves only — older leaves are tougher and more bitter.
Do
- Pair with lemon or amla — vitamin C is essential for iron absorption from moringa
- Start with small amounts (25g) — very concentrated nutritionally
Don't
- NEVER juice moringa roots — they contain spirochin, a neural toxin
- Don't consume if pregnant without doctor's advice — uterine stimulation possible
Moringa is used by the WHO and UNICEF in malnutrition programs across sub-Saharan Africa because a single serving of leaves provides more protein, iron, calcium, and vitamins than any other accessible plant food. For context: 100g moringa leaves has 4× the calcium of milk, 3× the iron of spinach, and 7× the vitamin C of orange.
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