Can Moringa leaf be taken by a pregnant woman? I keep getting this question from concerned pregnant women. Today I saw this question again in a group on Facebook and decided to share my research findings about it. So can Moringa leaf be taken by a pregnant woman?
To answer the question, let us look at constituents of the Moringa leaf and consider their health implications to a pregnant woman.
WHY MORINGA LEAF IS GOOD FOR PREGNANT WOMEN
Pregnant women need lots of healthy and highly nutritious foods to boost their immune system, supply the fetus with the required nutrients for proper development, etc. Moringa leaves suppliy all these nutrients in high amounts. The following are selected nutrients highly necessary for pregnant women diet.
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1. CALCIUM
Calcium is highly beneficial for the formation and maintenance of your bones and teeth. Your developing infant requires the particular calcium supplement she needs out of your body. To keep your your bones and teeth nutritious, it is advisable to acquire adequate calcium to supplement. That way, your bone density is taken care of. That also may help prevent high blood pressure which you are prone to have when you are pregnant.
2. CHOLINE
Moringa leaves and pods comprise 423 mg of Choline for every 100 g
Choline Aids in preventing issues inside the spinal cord and brain, termed neural tube defects, and enhances mental faculties growth.
It forms strong bone tissues and could assist in preventing high blood pressure.
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3. FOLIC ACID
Folic acid also known as folate facilitates control spinal-cord birth defects during the initial 30 days of pregnancy, prevents the occurrence of miscarriages and premature delivery. Folic acid also prevents anemia.
Others are potassium, vitamin C, other B complex vitamins, vitamin and zinc.
WHY MORINGA ROOTS AND FLOWERS ARE NOT GOOD FOR PREGNANT WOMEN, OTHERS.
Moringa roots on the other hand are NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PREGNANT WOMEN! It is dangerous to ingest moringa roots when pregnant as that may result to abortions. And not only are moringa roots not recommended for pregnant women. Others too should take caution when consuming moringa roots. It is important to remove the ROOT BACK before using the roots for medicinal purposes. The roots contain two substances that are said to be poisonous at some dosage.
Also, as a pregnant and expectant mother, avoid the MORINGA FLOWER. Why bother yourself with the remaining parts of the tree when the leaves can do you a whole lot of good?
WHAT ABOUT EATING MORINGA SEEDS WHEN PREGNANT?
One day, a lady called me and asked a straight question: Dr. Moringa, does moringa seeds cause abortion? I answered her but tried to find out why she asked. Now I quizzed her to know if she deliberately wanted to abort the child. Because some girls would call and request for information on how to abort their foetus using moringa.
What I would suggest is as soon as you discover you are pregnant, PAUSE taking moringa seeds and SWITCH to taking more of the leaves.
HOW PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD EAT MORINGA LEAVES
How should pregnant women eat moringa leaves or leaf products?
Moderation is key. Therefore, pregnant women should include moringa leaves to their diet in moderate amounts too. But exactly how many grams should I eat per day? A tea spoon full is ok at a time and three times a day is what I recommend.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU THINK EATING MORINGA LEAVES IS NOT GOOD FOR YOUR PREGNANCY
If for any reason you are not sure if eating moringa leaves while you are a pregnant is the best thing to do, kindly speak with your Doctor for proper advise. Remember that what is good for Johnson may not be for Mary. :)
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FINAL THOUGHTS...
Finally, I think it is good to generally eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables while you are pregnant. These will supply your body with the required nutrients keeping you and your baby healthy.
Do not eat too much for because you are "eating for two". Only eat foods that are twice as nutritious as what you have been eating before. Avoid junks!
If you have some additional thoughts about moringa and pregnancy or an experience you want to share, kindly do below.
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Thanks..moringa is really helpful in pregnancy..i take moringa as supplement as I 12 week pregnant.:) no side effects.
ReplyDeleteHow are things going with your pregnancy? Still no negative effects from moringa?
DeleteI suppose all will be well. Taking moringa leaves/leaf tea during pregnancy is so helpful especially when you take it moderately.
Deleteyeees, i feel the same but i dont know what MODERATELY IS :) especially when drinking tea, help please
DeleteHello Anja. Taking one to two tea bags per day is what I mean please. I wish you well. Blessings!
DeleteI've been reading up on moringa and so far the articles online all sound scary, I'm not pregnant but we are trying to conceive. Is it just the root that can lessen my chance of conceiving or are the leaves also not good while trying for a baby?
ReplyDeleteThanks in advance!
Hello dear Steffi, eating MORINGA leaves in any form: leaf powder, tea, fresh, etc is just OK along eating the seeds. But as soon as you become pregnant, stop the seeds and eat ONLY the leaf products. Avoid the ROOT completely. Don't be scared anymore. Blessings!
DeleteDoes anyone know if Moringa is ok in topical form if pregnant? There is Moringa oil in my face moisturiser and I'm wondering if I should stop using it if I want to become pregnant.
ReplyDeleteYes it is ok, Carla. Continue using it.
DeleteHello Juliet. This is quite interesting to learn about your experience with moringa seeds. I wanted to get things straight. Are you trying to conceive? This will help us answer you better please. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteI used moringa tea as from week one on my pregnancy. Am now 21 weeks no complications so far.
ReplyDeleteGreat! Thanks for your feedback. This is helpful so others can learn.
DeleteBlessings!
Hi I came across you blog and wanted to leave you my comment. I have a Moringa tree in my backyard. I purchased it at a garden store. I was told that it was very healthy and helped a lady with her diabetes.
ReplyDeleteSo, I took the tree home and been using it since then. I ate leaves while pregnant and breastfeeding. And my child is completely fine and very healthy with no complications. Thanks for sharing!
We would like to be pregnant. I am currently taking 1 tsp of powdered moringa leaves twice a day. Should I be filtering it in a tea or is it fine to ingest it completely?
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