Moringa Soup Benefits for Vegetarians & Vegans

Moringa is an amazing “miracle” plant as it contains 17 amino acids, and all 9 essential amino acids, which makes it a complete protein, quite rare in the plants.

If you are vegetarian or vegan and feel strongly about staying this way during your postpartum recovery, I highly recommend adding the dried or fresh leaves to your soups, broths and meals.  Protein rich meals, that are easy to digest and not made of soy products, is so important while you’re recouping from 9 months of pregnancy, birth and sustaining breastfeeding.

Moringa is a tree from South Asia, and parts of Africa and the leaves are harvested for its amazing source of nutrients.  Some other nutrition it contains are: 

Vіtаmіn A: Thіѕ іѕ thе most important vіtаmіn еѕѕеntіаl fоr іmmunе рrоtесtіоn аgаіnѕt all kind оf іnfесtіоnѕ. One hаlf сuр оf сооkеd lеаvеѕ gives dаіlу rеԛuіrеmеnt оf Vitamin A.

Vіtаmіn C: Approx. 28 grams оf lеаvеѕ has 6 tо 7 tіmеѕ of thе аmоunt of Vitamin C іn orange juісе.

Vіtаmіn E: Approx. 85 grams оf Moringa powder gives 10 tіmеѕ mоrе thаn the daily rесоmmеndаtіоn оf Vіtаmіn E.

Cаlсіum: 4 times mоrе than milk

Prоtеіn: highest рrоtеіn соntеnt thаn аnу оthеr vegetable. 

Bеtа-Cаrоtеnе: 3 tо 5 tіmеѕ more than іn Cаrrоtѕ. Beta саrоtеnе іѕ vеrу important in healing & bone development, соntrоl of сhоlеѕtеrоl аnd аntі-саnсеr protection.

Iron: Mоrе thаn 3 times fоund іn ѕріnасh аnd rоаѕt bееf

Pоtаѕѕіum: 3 tіmеѕ mоrе thаn іn bаnаnаѕ

In addition to thе above, Mоrіngа Oleifera hаѕ Vіtаmіn B1, B2 аnd B3 

The above information has been taken from https://moringaproducts.com.au/  (I do not receive any benefit from this company)

I am lucky enough to have a small Moringa tree growing and also access to an abundance from a local lady.  I dried a heap in the dehydrator and now add to my nourishing soups. 

You can purchase dried Moringa leaf in Australia, as opposed to the powder.  

An option is to have the powder, but I’ve not explored how to incorporate this without being in a cold smoothie, which is not recommended during postpartum recovery.  Capsules are available too, however be sure it’s 100% Moringa and without unnecessary fillers.

Please note:  It has been noted that it may lower blood pressure, please consult your health care professional or herbalist if you’re unsure.

RECIPE:

4 Cups of broth (organic chicken, beef or vegetable broth.  The Vegan broth is delicious!)

2 cups  filtered water

1 tblspn ghee

2 carrots, diced

1 Stalk celery, chopped

1 fresh tomoto, chopped

3 Bay leaves

1/4 cup of Moringa leaves – fresh or dried

1 tspn turmeric powder

1 tspn cumin powder

Fresh grated ginger (about a thumb size piece)

Celtic Salt & pepper

(If your baby is older than 6 months you may like to add onion, garlic or leek)

Method:

Melt ghee and saute celery & tomato

Add tumeric, cumin and ginger

Pour in the stock and water

Add Bay leaves, carrots, moringa leaves, salt and pepper

Simmer for 30-45 mins

Serve yourself a bowl, allow the rest to cool then transfer 2 cups to each container/jar and freeze for later use.

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Many blessings,

Tara x

Disclaimer:  This information is not intended to replace any medical advice, and always consult your health care professional if you have any concerns.  It is imperative you take full personal responsibility for your choices and own research.