Moringa Oleifera is the scientific name of the Drumstick tree (also called horseradish tree/ben oil tree/benzoyl tree) which is most widely cultivated in the tropical and subtropical regions of South Asia. Drumsticks and their leaves are used in multiple ways to prepare curries, soups, sweets, or for external uses (especially in South Asian countries). It is popularly known for its medicinal uses, especially drinking Drumstick leaves juice gives you a great number of health benefits when consumed every day.
Moringa leaves or Drumstick leaves are rich in Vitamins and Minerals such as Vitamin B, Vitamin C, Provitamin A, Vitamin K, Manganese, Protein, Calcium, Potassium, Phosphorus, and Zinc.
Benefits of Drinking Drumstick Leaves Juice
Relieves Constipation
Drinking Drumstick Leaves Juice every day early in the morning either one hour or half an hour before breakfast is the best home remedy to relieve constipation because these leaves are having a laxative effect. Therefore, loosens the stools and increases bowel movement.
Alleviate Pain and Swelling
Moringa or Drumstick leaves are having anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, Drinking this juice aids in relieving pain, redness, and swelling caused by small injuries, wounds, and cuts. In addition, it is also able to reduce the severity of ulcers and overall inflammation.
Controls Diabetes
Drinking Drumstick leaves Juice 3 times a day for 3 months without fail will help in controlling the high levels of sugar in the blood and also helps in controlling diabetes without side effects. The major advantage of these Leaves is, that it is easily available, and cost-effective and the juice can be prepared at home effortlessly within a few minutes.
Reduces Cholesterol
Bad cholesterol also known as LDL (Low-density lipoprotein) leads to heart diseases, strokes, chest pain, and pain in the lower legs or calves. However, Drinking drumstick leaves juice can help to reduce/eliminate bad cholesterol in the body. Therefore, helps to reduce/prevent cardiac risks, chest pain, strokes, etc.
Strengthens Immunity
Drumstick leaves Juice contains Vitamin C which helps to improve immunity in the body and also contains bactericidal, bacteriostatic, and anti-fungal properties. Therefore, Drinking this Juice every day helps to stop or eradicate the growth of bacteria and also prevents infections and diseases.
Prevents Ageing
Drumstick leaves have anti-oxidant properties. Therefore, drinking Drumstick Leaves Juice every day helps your skin to delay or prevent cell damage, reduces the elasticity of the skin, and wrinkles, and makes your skin look brighter and younger.
Treats Gastric Problems
Drum stick leaves are rich in Vitamin B. Hence, treats gastritis, and ulcerative colitis and improves digestion. Eliminate your gastric problems by consuming Drumstick Leaves Juice every day and maintain your good health and well-being by using this natural remedy at home.
Promotes Healthy Hair
This juice keeps your hair and scalp healthy because Drumstick leaves are rich in vitamins and minerals which are essential for hair. This juice also nourishes and strengthens the hair. In addition, prevents hair fall and damage.
Lessen Fatigue and Stress
Drinking this juice recovers you and your body from physical and mental stress. It also improves or strengthens your body’s resistance to stress by balancing the body’s cortisol levels.
Treats Cancer
This juice is beneficial for people who are suffering from cancer because this contains anti-cancer agents and helps by preventing the growth of cancer-causing cells, thereby promoting cell death in several types of cancers.
How to Prepare Drumstick Leaves Juice?
Take Drumstick / Moringa Leaves with 1 glass of water, and blend them together until a fine juice appears. Then, filter the juice and add lemon drops or honey to mask the bitter taste. Now, the Drumstick leaves juice is ready to drink. It is preferable to drink on an empty stomach every day.
If you can’t Drink the Raw Juice Directly, try this easy soup:
Add washed Drumstick leaves in a pressure cooker along with tomato, cumin seeds, black pepper, turmeric, and coriander powder. Now, add 2 cups of water and let it boil until 4 whistles. Then, drain the fluid into a bowl by using a stainless steel soup strainer and extract the soup. If you prefer to drink the soup hot, reheat it and add pepper powder and salt to enjoy the taste!