Who Else Is Considering Natural Skin Care Supplements?

With the number of natural skin care supplements out on the market today, it’s easy to get distracted by a clever marketing ploy or be overwhelmed by information.

If you’re considering taking a supplement be sure you do your own research before you actually make the decision to purchase. Carefully research each product and if possible talk to other individuals who have personally used the supplement you are considering. You’ll quickly discover whether a product is legit or not.

The force behind this anti-aging boom is the routine of applying and reapplying topical agents. However, these topical remedies for sagging skin are not permanent as the skin regenerates itself every 28 days, requiring continued use of topical agents to maintain their effectiveness.

A more natural way to support skin health, without the dermabrasion and chemical peels of topical agents, is with Cytokinins.  Cytokinins are plant hormones that promote cellular growth and delay the aging process.  Cytokinins stimulate cell division, delay the aging and destruction of tissues, protect against cell oxidation, and postpone cell death.  Studies are now showing that the potent, protective, anti-aging effects of Cytokinins work the same way in human skin.   When the diet includes these plant nutrients, the body as a whole can fight aging, starting at the cellular level. The most potent Cytokinin is Zeatin.

The study also found that Zeatin increases the activity of some antioxidant enzymes counteracting the free radical-induced oxidative damage incurred during cell aging. Zeatin protects the skin. When human skin cells are nourished with Zeatin, they retain their functions longer and are more resistant to environmental stresses.”

Found in most plants,Zeatin is more abundant in one plant than any other, Moringa Oleifera.  Moringa  not only contains thousands of times more Zeatin than any other known plant, it is also the most nutritious plant discovered to date with over 90 nutritional compounds, including 46 antioxidants and 36 anti-inflammatories.

Dr. Monica Marcu, Pharm. PhD, concurs, “Cytokinins have proven to delay biochemical modifications associated with aging in culture human cells.  Zeatin protects the skin. When human skin cells are nourished with Zeatin, they retain their functions longer and are more resistant to environmental stresses.”

Dr. Lydia Marero, of the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI), also believes Moringa could be the new anti-aging alternative.   Dr. Marero says, “Because of its high content of vitamins A, C, and E, which are very potent antioxidants, Moringa is a very good quencher of unstable free radicals that can react with the damage of molecules that cause aging”.

This may be in part due to ozone depletion which seems to be leaving us more vulnerable to damage from ultraviolet (UV) radiation. This radiation causes formation of highly reactive “free radicals” within our bodies, damaging our cells in ways that increase the chance for cancer to develop. The best defense against the free radical damage of oxidation is a diet rich in antioxidant vitamins and minerals (and plenty of water!). Research suggests that certain antioxidants—vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, and vitamin A (in the form of beta carotene rich foods)—nourish and protect skin to extend its youthful appearance.

Don’t Like Fish, How do I get my Omega-3 and 6 ?

Fish, It is a top source of Omega-3 fatty acids, which studies show reduce blood pressure-and the risk of heart attack. But what if you just like its flavor? A study in England holds out hope that you can get nearly as much benefit from plant foods, which contain alpha-linolenic acid , a substance that your body converts into Omega-3s . The best sources of alpha-linolenic acid? Walnuts,flaxseed, tofu, and canola, soybean oils .

Moringa contains both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Researchers have discovered at least 19 specific nutritional compounds in Moringa Oleifera to benefit cardiovascular and heart health. Moringa’s heart healthy nutrients include Alpha-carotene, Beta-carotene, Beta-sitosterol, Carotenoids, Chlorophyll, Cystine, EFAs, Flavonoids, Glutathione, Methionine, Niacin, Niaziminins A & B, Quercetin, Selenium, Vitamins A, B2, B3, B6, C, E.

Moringa also includes an impressive amount of 25 supreme antioxidants to prevent free radical damage. Destroying free radicals may help fight cancer, heart disease and stroke, researchers believe.

Nature’s AIDS Therapy (UMTV)

The fast-growing moringa tree produces useful vitamins that help those with AIDS.

Diamond Agro Industry: Investment on Moringa

Moringa olifera, besides meeting humans and animals nutritional needs, as has been studied by international medical researchers, it can cure 200 different diseases, says Mr. Habte Arefayne, General Manager of Diamond Agro Industry.

Taking its myriad uses in nutritional and medicinal sectors inconsideration and as it grows best in arid conditions and a drought-tolerant plant, the investment is recommendable, he added. Moringa can be cultivated in most of Eritrea’s arable land, hence if the investment has taken seriously, Eritrea can have a share in the exportation of Moringa products to regional and international markets, he notes. Click Here To Read the Complete Story

Moringa: Nature’s Medicine Cabinet

Malunggay as it is called in the Philippines, and “Moringa” in English, is now eyed by the Department of Agriculture to take the center stage in the reduction of malnutrition and poverty in the country.

Philippines President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo was “pleased to hear about the use of nutritious indigenous vegetables like Malunggay which we are using extensively for our School feeding program” during the opening of tradeshow. Aqualink 2008 is the country’s most prestigious annual trade show on the agribusiness, food and aquaculture.

Many Asians use the leaves of Moringa like spinach and also the fruit it produces as a vegetable, like asparagus. Malunggay is best known as an excellent source of nutrition and natural energy booster. For centuries, people in India, Philippines, Malaysia, and Thailand, have been eating these leaves as a part of their food.

Scientific evidence shows that has been known for thousands of years by people in the tropical parts of the  world.

University laboratories around the world have studied Moringa’s ability to purify water…attaching itself to harmful material and bacteria, and allowing them to be expelled as waste.

Other health benefits identified by people who use Moringa continue this same pattern: immune system strengthened, skin condition restored, blood pressure controlled,  headaches and migraines handled, diabetes sugar level managed, inflammations and arthritis pain reduced, turmors restricted and ulcers healed. Scientifically speaking , Moringa sounds like magic. It can rebuild weak bones, enrich anemic blood and enable malnourished mother to nurse her starving baby.

-Philippine Information Agency

 

Moringa Facts

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Peace Corps- Fantastic endorsement of Moringa

The United States Peace Corps is promoting Moringa as a food crop to help save the nation of Togo ( a country in West Africa).The Peace Corps is sponsoring a year-long campaign to plant,eat and live with the Moringa Trees:

 

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Moringa Benefits

Many have reported improvements in

Diabetes & Complications leading to Kidney Diseases

High Blood Pressure, Stroke and Heart Diseases

Obesity brought on by Malnutrition (overfed-undernourished)

Tumors & Cancer

Lupus, Arthritis & other Auto-Immune Diseases

Glaucoma – Blindness

Skin Diseases

Prostate Enlargement & Prostate Cancer

Hepatitis

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Additionally, Moringa has been shown to bring relief from the ravages of HIV and AIDS, malnutrition and diseases caused by bad water, bad food and environmental toxins.

In the final chapter of the Holy Bible, Revelations 22:1-2-3, there is a promise of this Savior, and I quote:

“And he showed me a pure river of water of life. . .

In the midst of the street of it, and on either side

of the river, was there a Tree o Life which bare

twelve manner of fruits, and yielded her fruit every

month; and the leaves of the tree were for the

healing of the nations…

And there shall be no more curse.

 

Medicinal Values of Moringa : Moringa oleifera starting with the Leaves:

v     Leaves:  relieve headaches, expel worms, relieves swelling, heals skin diseases, inflammation of the eyes and ears, bronchitis and inflammation of  mucous membranes, scurvy and increase milk production in lactating women

v     Flowers: are a good tonic, expel worms, treats tumors and enlarged spleen, relieve sore throat, and treat anxiety

v     Pods & seeds:  purify water, treat tooth ache from tooth decay, treat problems of the liver and spleen, and relieve joint pain

v     Roots:  used as a laxative and to treat spasms of the colon, treat circulation problems, high blood pressure, kidney dysfunctions and low back pain; for gout, asthma and hiccoughs.

v     In laboratory tests the leaf extract of Moringa (Nebedaye) lowers blood sugar within three hours, heals stomach ulcers, is a powerful muscle relaxant, reducing blood pressure and causing sleep.  Also in laboratory tests, juice extract from leaves and bark have shown antibacterial and antiviral properties, and show strong activity against the tuberculosis bacteria.

Leaves of Moringa can substitute for meat, soy bean products or dairy products as the leaves have a complete compliment of amino acids, the complete protein that is needed in human nutrition for good health.

Ounce per Ounce leaves of Moringa oleifera:

*      contain more vitamin A than carrots for good eyesight and to prevent blindness; contain a high quality vitamin A- beta carotene

 

*      more Calcium than milk for strong bones and teeth

 

*      more Iron than spinach for healthy blood cells

 

*      contain the full balanced compliment of B vitamins, as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, for brain, muscle and neurological development

 

*      fresh leaves and pods contain high levels of vitamin C, ascorbic acid, which make it excellent for preventing scurvy

 

*      leaf powder is an excellent source of Vitamin E, tocopherol acetate, for DNA and sexual development

 

Moringa Articles

Following are links to articles about Moringa:

The Drumstick Tree: A Natural Multi-Vitamin – moringa tree cheap solution to malnutrition in Africa, Joystna Sreenivasan
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Radiation Therapy, Daily News:
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Moringa oleifera in HIV/AIDS supportive treatment
Burger,DJ, Fuglie L, Herzijg JW
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Moringa: the Ideal Food for the Obese and the Malnourished,
Monica Marcu, Pharm.D.,Ph.D.
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Moringa, AIDS, & the immune system
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A Common Tree
Mark Fritz, LA TImes
Review

Malunggay: The Magic Tree
by Junelyn S. de la Rosa
Review

Growing Moringa
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CWS Moringa Work Recognized
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Versatile Moringa tree eyed as wonder drug in Africa
Shelvia Dancey
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What is Moringa Oleifera

Moringa Oleifera is the most well known of the 13 varities of Moringa.  It is progated from either stem cuttings or seed.  It is an exceptionally nutritious vegetable tree.Except for the bark, which can be toxic, every part of the tree is edible. The young, tender, mustard-favored leaves are eaten raw in salads and cooked as a tasty potherb. The cooked leaves are also placed in soups and curries. The leaves can also be powdered and used as a spice.  The edible flowers taste similar to radish.  Either the flowers, fresh or dried, or young leaves can be used for tea.  The immature pods are cooked whole or the seeds removed and cooked as peas.  Mature  seeds are roasted and eaten as nuts.  Mature seeds are also pressed for their oil.  The roots can be ground and used as horesradish.  The tree itself, is used as a living fence.

 

Which is what Moringa Oleifera is: A tree, with a gnarly trunk and tousled head of foliage that make it look like a cypress that just rolled out of bed. It is a common tree that thrives in both the desert and the living room and produces leaves, pods, seeds and flowers that each do uncommon things” ………
Mark Fritz, LA Times, Staff Writer

Moringa is known in 82 countries by 210 different names, but the one name that fully encompasses all its attributes is “the Miracle Tree”. The indigenous knowledge and use of Moringa is referenced in more than 80 countries and known in over 200 local languages.  Moringa has been used by various societies (Roman, Greek, Egyptian, and Indian to mention a few) for thousands of years with writings dating as far back as 150 AD

While the continued use of Moringa for food and medicinal purposes by cultures in separate and distant parts of the world attest to its beneficial effects, Moringa is a recent “discovery” of modern science.  The leaves of Moringa Oleifera are nature’s multi-vitamin providing 7x the vitamin C of oranges, 4x the calcium of milk, 4x the vitamin A of carrots, 3x the potassium of bananas, and 2x the protein of yogurt.  On top of that, science is proving Moringa to be a power house of nutrients; 90 are known to date, with the possibility of more yet to be identified.  If that were not enough, Moringa has no known impurities, with no adverse reactions ever recorded.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and the primary Federal agency for conducting and supporting medical research has started to pay attention to Moringa oleifera. A recent article in the March 2008 issue of NIH Record held a “mystery plant challenge”. They praise the plant and mention “…perhaps like no other single species, this plant has the potential to help reverse multiple major environmental problems and provide for many unmet human needs CLICK HERE