August 2nd, 2010 by asia

What truly feeds you in your life?

Take a moment to think about what makes your days more enjoyable and worthwhile. Is it your morning yoga class? Time spent with your spouse or playing with your child? Maybe it’s the feeling of accomplishment at work?

Sometimes we’re fed not by food but by the energy in our lives.

It’s the things off of our plate – healthy relationships, regular physical activity, a fulfilling career and a spiritual practice – which can fill our soul and satisfy our hunger for life. We call these elements primary food.
So what is primary food?

Recall a time when you were deeply involved in an exciting project. You truly believed in what you were doing and felt confident and stimulated. Time fell away. Hours passed. Mealtime and sleep time were irrelevant. Or think back to your childhood, a time when you were playing outside and having fun. Suddenly, your mother announced dinner was ready, but you weren’t hungry at all. The passion of play took all of your attention.

These moments and experiences demonstrate that everything is food. We hunger for play, fun, romance, intimacy, love, achievement, success, self-expression, leadership, excitement, adventure and spirituality. When our primary food is lacking or out of balance, many of us reach for secondary food as a way to alleviate or suppress our hunger for primary food. Weight gain is often a consequence, along with more serious diet-related disorders such as heart disease, cancer, obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes. Chronic depression is also widespread in our society. Many also experience frustration, anger, disappointment, sadness and isolation.

These conditions and emotions are all cries for primary food, but instead of giving ourselves what we really need, we tend to find comfort and solace in secondary food. The problem is that this substitution does not work. If you are not getting the primary food you need, you will never be able to eat enough to satisfy your hunger.

June 16th, 2010 by asia

Now i know that sounds bragadocious but I have come across one natural product that deals with:
-Natural antibiotic that fights infections
-Ear Rinse
-Nasal Rinse
-gargle
-Skin rinse (skin irritations)
-Douche
-nail fungus
-scalp treatment
-facial cleanser
And that is Grapefruit seed Extract! Try to get Unfiltered formula. www.nutribiotic.com

May 24th, 2010 by asia

Detox Naturally!

We hear a lot about detoxifying… it’s kind of a buzzword really, but do
We know why and how we should detoxify?

Well for starters, toxins surround us in urban environments: the air we breathe (pollution, smoke), water we drink (lead from pipes, chemicals from water sources), and food we eat (pesticides, chemically enhanced). Add the toxic effects of stress (cortisol) and you have a recipe for disaster!

So in essence, detoxification is basically a cleansing routine to reduce the body’s toxic load. Instead of calling Tyrone to deal with all this toxic baggage we have a better approach to healing and riding our bodies of excess built up toxins.

If you have complaints such as fatigue that you notice is in excess of what you regularly feel, or skin rashes like eczema, or even excess weight, its your bodies way of saying, “Yo, clean me out!”.

Here is a basic chart that everyone can follow to keep the body clean throughout the year:

Daily use:
- Detox tea I recommend Triple Leaf Tea (A traditional Chinese Medicinal tea blend) has burdock and dandelion to cleanse blood.
-Fiber (adheres to fat and carries it out of colon, lowers cholesterol, bowel health)
-Probiotics (displaces harmful microbes, regulates immunity, enhances digestion)
-Green Foods (Sea moss, spirulina, chlorella all have concentrated nutrients and promote purification and rejuvenation)
-Red Foods (antioxidants, also fights infection and inflammation)
Also, consider an annual fast to really cleanse and eliminate. This site has great information on detoxification on every level: http://www.womentowomen.com/detoxification/naturalbodydetoxification.aspx

April 22nd, 2010 by asia

Earth Day takes off 40 years ago today!

The history of Earth day is a great lesson in how at a grassroots level, a seed can take root, and blossom into a forest of consciousness, because of the power of people using their collective voices to take action!

The brainchild of Senator Gaylord Nelson, he used the student infused power of the anti-war movement in 1969 and coupled it with environmental concerns of the public to shed light, and force the issue onto the political agenda, which until then was not taking head.

It was announced that in spring of 1970 there would be a massive demonstration around the nation on behalf of the environment, inviting all to participate. This opened the floodgates to public outcry with a flood of questions and comments about environment being voiced directly to the Senate office in D.C.

Senator Gaylord says, “Earth Day worked because of the spontaneous response at the grassroots level. We had neither the time nor resources to organize 20 million demonstrators and the thousands of schools and local communities that participated. That was the remarkable thing about Earth Day. It organized itself.”
Props to President Kennedy and Attorney General Robert Kennedy for the 5 day 11 city “Conservation Tour” and for seeing the relevance of this tremendously important issue back then. This is the seed that eventually flowered into Earth Day on every April 22.
http://earthday.envirolink.org/history.html
Lets bless our Mother Earth, and give back to the hand that feeds us!
Here is some things you can do:
1. Don’t drive at all today, use public transpo or carpool more often
2. Turn off your facet (when brushing teeth, washing face, etc)
3. Recycle (only 25% of Americans recycle)
4. Don’t throw away old batteries, buy rechargeable ones if possible, and take old batteries to recycling center
5. Turn down your water heater and your furnace
6. Air dry your clothes
7. Don’t let your car idle, turn the engine off.
8. Don’t buy Styrofoam.
9. Buy recyclable items
10. Plant a tree, or a bunch of them, then breath!

LA Earthday Fest!

South Bronx Earth Day Fest!

April 20th, 2010 by asia

Creative Memory

If we didn’t have memories, then how could we use them as a platform to come up with new solutions to problem solving and new creations? But how do we remember things? And why are some memories much clearer and others fuzzy? The answer lies in our conscious state, especially at the time of the experience. In order to retain, we must fully “live in the moment”, to be present, to retain. When we choose to recall a memory or an experience, we are simply allowing ourselves to return to the original experience, and it comes back completely “refreshed”.

So it isn’t really about retaining, it’s about retrieving. All of these experiences are lying dormant in our subconscious, waiting to be reactivated. When it comes to our brains, there is still a lot of mystery. Many scientists are coming to understand that its not just about localized areas of the brain that store memories, and that consciousness is not a function of the brain, but more of something that is processed through the brain, that exists beyond the material world. Again giving more to the argument that we are beyonders, spiritual beings that transcend our earthly residence. Our brains, function more like computers, hardware, that process consciousness that manifests as mind. Going further into esoteric reaches, our mind can exist in non-local areas of the body, and memory can be electrochemical as well as etheric, surrounding the human body and brain! Dr.’s Karl Pribram, Karl Lashley, Paul Pietsch, and Rupert Sheldrake all contributed to these findings.

This gives us the special ability called ‘collective consciousness’ that Carl Jung introduced us to, that all humans can contribute to as well as access, giving us superpowers in global, even universal problem-solving and healing.

We do not need to suffer from brainpower depleting diseases such as Alzheimers and dementia. Our food and exercise choices and stress all directly contribute to this, as does our level of brain exercise. Wake up folks, our brain is a muscle! If you don’t use it, you will loose it. But do not fear, we can restore it, via natural means of course like Kundalini Yoga, and the ‘breath of fire’ to electronically stimulate the brain for lasting effects. Dr. Dharma Singh Khalsa, renowned brain guru, respected by both the medical and naturopathic fields has worked with Alzheimer’s patients. Peep out this great site, as well as tips, and exercises for your brain, and share it will everyone you love!
http://enchantedmind.com/html/science/brain_food.html

April 19th, 2010 by asia

Fasting for Life

Yes its that time of year, spring has sprung, and things are beginning to sprout anew.
As in nature, we must also sprout anew. Humans do spring cleaning on their homes,
switch their closets up; maybe even get a fetching new cut to refresh the winter doldrums.
But what about our internal cleanse? Beyond the surface..

Our small intestine is 20 feet long and carries what’s left of the food we eat, once the nutrients are absorbed out of it. Meat, and other food substances that are hard to digest, often linger longer in the small intestine, petrifying. Think of your small intestine like an old closet you throw things in that you don’t want to deal with, that eventually starts to have a funny odor.
Our bodies have extra storage compartments that harbor old stuff that is not eliminated or used efficiently, and these are called lymph nodes. Kind of nasty stuff I think we can agree to do with out! So, what is the proper way in which to thoroughly clean our internal house out?

Our ancient relatives used a fairly simple method in which to keep clean, and to rid the body of waste and/or prevent disease with. It was called, “Natures operating table”, and it is called fasting. Some fear word, or think it unhealthy to do. Well think again, but not with your stomach this time! We do fear the unknown, or anything that threatens our regular way of life or thought, or even a challenge. We think we will die without food, or at least end up a heap on the office floor. I can assure you neither will happen. What I can also assure you will happen, if you fast for 10 days, is that you will:
-Have more energy (since you are not expending energy digesting food)
-Need less sleep (since you are not expending energy digesting food, your mind is clearer and more awake than usual)
-You will breath freer and easier (since mucus is ridding your body)
-You will think clear and more esoterically than ever before (why do you think gurus fast?)
-You will loose on average 10-12 pounds if overweight and only a few pounds if at your ideal weight
-Feel more loving and tolerant of others and challenging circumstances (i.e. stress)
-Save a lot of money on food

It does take a little advanced preparation daily, as to get the full effect of the cleanse it is recommended to take a natural laxative tea in the evening, and also a saltwater tonic (sea salt and warm water) drink in the am. Both of these methods combined will make you eliminate (crap) a lot in the morning, so give yourself an hour and 45 minutes before you have to go anywhere. Use that time to make your daily 6-10 glasses of lemonade drink (fresh lemon, grade B maple syrup, spring water with a pinch of cayenne) and fill up your bottles to take with you for your day ahead. I don’t recommend taking off work or forgoing your regular activities. The first 3 days are a little intense, as the cravings play with your mind, making your think your hungry. But after that the “hungry” feeling dissipates, and you feel rather tranquil. Not having to eat gives you a lot more time! You can exercise and do what you like socially. Even though you don’t have the same kind of “amped up” energy we get from energy drinks, if you do exercise you will be amazed that you don’t get tired, but have a good steady stream of sustainable energy. I usually feel more like yoga, hikes, walks, mellow actives, but I have had to perform and train at times during fasts and get through it just fine. So don’t over plan. You dictate your life, not food.
You will have a glow about you, and a little smile on your face, so why not share it with the world? After 10 day of fasting, on your 11 day, when you come off of it, treat your body as a temple, and ease back into it, by drinking fresh squeezed OJ. It will taste like liquid sun.
On your 12-day, eat soup and salad, and then on your 13-day do the same or add a few things (not dairy yet or meat). You will look and feel like a million bucks. And the lessons you will have learned along the way will be life changing. Such as how we view food. Do we eat to live, or live to eat? Food pressure by friends/family. Why people who proactively take care of their bodies are a minority. And sooooo much more.

Pick up the guide by the master himself, Stanley Burroughs, called “The Master Cleanse” that has the lemonade recipe and all the info you will need. It’s only needed once a year, you can do it!

www.http://amzn.com/0963926209

March 10th, 2010 by asia

With all these toxins running rampid in the cities, oil refiners burning out of control, oil spills in the ocean, axing through the rainforest, pillaging the Earth w/o concern, its amazing that our collective spirit of perserverance remains intact!

We need to arm ourselves with a different kind of defense, our brains!
With virtually no real knowledge of what are brain does (over 3 parts of the brain that we dont know what are for/what they do?) Many leading scientists are coming to believe that the brain is more like a holographic image machine, that takes pieces of information in and forms a picture. Like a microcosm of the bigger picture: The Universe!

Read the article below. It has the best information I’ve found thus far on the brain, in laymen’s terms, esp dealing with valuable nutrient info that can help our brains be better, strong, faster like Daft Punk! We are the real final destination warriors, and the battle will be fought with our brains!

BRAIN FOOD

“My Soul is dark with stormy riot,?Directly traceable to diet.”
Samuel Hoffenstein
Creative thought depends upon a well nourished brain. The brain is the master controller of the body as well as the mind. It is estimated that there are over 100 billion neurons available to facilitate thought.

Thus, the brain requires 20% of our oxygen and 50% of available glucose to do its job. If this supply of energy and oxygen is interrupted for 15 seconds unconsciousness occurs, if stopped for approximately five minutes, brain death occurs.
It makes common sense that a balanced nutritional diet is crucial for the brain to process thought. Our focus here is on those particular nutrients that can specifically enhance neuron firing and cross linking in the brain. There are certain substances that clinical research has found to minimize brain damage, repair damage already done, and alleviate the natural deterioration process or to enhance normal functioning to superior levels. First I’ll give a little background on the nutrients in a good diet that aid this process, and then we’ll discuss the substances that have been found to aid specific conditions.
Nutrients
To maintain optimum health we need a balanced supply of the four essential elements, hydrogen, oxygen, carbon and nitrogen. These are the stuff of organic life. Fats consist of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Water combines hydrogen and oxygen. Proteins consist of nitrogen. Sugars utilize carbon and hydrogen.

All food and nutrition is utilized by the body to produce one essential element, ATP (Adenosine Tri Phosphate). This one substance releases stored energy to generate neurotransmitters, transport proteins to cells, and aid in conducting electrical impulses. Brain neurons are the one cell that does not reproduce, therefore, it is critical that they receive enough of the essential ATP molecules to maintain longevity and remain viable.
Amino acids are the basic chemical building blocks of life, required to build all the vital proteins, hormones and enzymes. Neurotransmitters are made up of amino acids, except for acetylcholine. Acetylcholine is made from pantothenic acid, choline and ATP. Sixty neurotransmitters have been discovered, 10 of which are considered major conductors. Seven of the most common are:
Acetylcholine is essential for movement and memory.
Serotonin is produced by the pineal gland and is responsible for the waking/sleeping cycle as well as a counterbalance for adrenaline and noradrenaline.
GABA is helpful in alleviating chronic anxiety as an inhibitory neurotransmitter. It also aids in concentration.
Adrenaline and noradrenaline promote alertness, activity and mood elevation.
Glycine is an inhibitory transmitter, which with GABA can help to prevent the seizures of epilepsy.
Dopamine is essential for initiating and coordinating the libido responses.
Histamine aids the thalamus in sensory integration.
Proteins are made of amino acids, and are critical to proper brain functioning. Proteins contain nitrogen, which other foods lack. Twenty-two different amino acids are known. All but nine of these acids, however, can be made by the cells from fat or sugar combined with the nitrogen freed from the breakdown of used proteins. The nine which the body cannot make are called essential amino acids. This means it is essential that they be present in the diet if health is to be maintained. These nine are tryptophane, lysine, methionine, phenylanlanine, threonine, valine, leucine and isoleucine. Children also have difficulty making enough arginine, and histidine.
Amino acids are present in greatest abundance in egg yolk, fresh milk, liver, kidneys and cheese. Also, brewers’ yeast, some nuts, soybeans, cottonseed and the germ of cereals contain complete proteins.

Nootropics
Nootropics, from the Greek word meaning “acting on the brain”, are a category of synthetic and natural supplements known to enhance brain function. They have also been called smart drugs. Many were originally discovered as a treatment for dementia, or amnesia. It is now known that anyone can benefit from the effects of these substances if taken in proper dosages. Reported effects include, short and long term memory capacity, enhanced concentration, increased alertness, energy and work performance.
One important way some nootropics can enhance cognition is by cleansing the brain of lipofuscin–a fatty material that interferes with the brain’s synapses. Lipofuscin prevents synapses from releasing neurotransmitters that enable the communication of information among nerve cells. Lipofuscin is a product of the buildup of free radicals.
There are many substances on the market that promise to enhance brain functioning. Many of these can be addictive or have toxic side effects. Of those I’ve studied there are four substances I feel to be of benefit. These four substances are known to alleviate the symptoms associated with various forms of dyslexia, amnesia, attention deficit disorder and certain emotional disorders. Though the FDA has not approved all of them for use in the U.S., they are approved in other countries. If you want to obtain any of these four substances do a keyword search on the Internet, and there are various mail order companies marketing them. I found one product particularly intriguing and you can visit their website for more information.

DMAE
Di-Methyl-Amino-Ethanol (DMAE) is known to increase learning, memory and intelligence. It also has the effect of increased alertness without the restless effects that caffeine produces. DMAE is naturally present in small amounts in the brain. DMAE affects the brain’s levels of acetylcholine. It is thought that low doses of DMAE should be used at first, with a gradual build up to 500 mg. per day. If taken in doses higher than the body needs, DMAE can cause insomnia, headaches and muscle tension. Adverse side-effects are rare in proper dosages, but it has been noted that those who suffer from bipolar disorders or chronic depression should avoid this substance. DMAE can be found in fish, hence the reason fish has is referred to as “brain food.”

Piracetam
Piracetam has been used for over fifteen years as an aid in the treatment of alcoholism, dementia and stroke. Developed by UCB laboratories in Belgium, it has been found to increase the flow of information across the corpus callosum, the set of fibers that connects the right and left hemispheres. It has been shown in clinical studies to improve the integration of information processing, attention span and concentration. Piracetam has also been used to treat conditions of hypoxia, or too little oxygen. It has been particularly effective in the treatment of dyslexia, stroke, senile dementia, and in rehabilitating a brain that has been damaged chemically. It acts to step up the production of ATP and improved cerebral microcirculation (blood flow). It also appears to enhance protein synthesis. The fact that is has been shown to increase the flow of information between hemispheres is particularly important, as this alone will improve cognition, memory and all learning skills.
It has been shown to have no known side effects or toxicity of it’s own but should not be used with amphetamines or other psychotropic as it will increase their effects.

Hydergine
Hydergine (ergoloid mesylates) is made from an organic source, the ergot fungus of rye plants. It was discovered by Dr. Albert Hoffman at Sandoz laboratories. As with the other nootropics, it appears to increase mental cognition, prevent damage to brain cells, improve protein synthesis, reduce accumulation of lipofuscin, increase oxygenation and increase the production of neurotransmitters. It has also been found to be a powerful antioxidant. One of it’s most powerful abilities is to prevent damage to the brain from hypoxia, or too little oxygen. Therefore it has been very useful for stroke victims.
One presumed effect of Hydergine is that it appears to mimic a substance known as nerve growth factor (NGF). Thus it enhances the growth and branching of dendrites. This can be critical for creative thinking and memory.
Hydergine is available by doctor’s prescription, though it can also be obtained through mail order. Known side effects with improper dosage are nausea, dizziness and headaches, but it is otherwise considered non-toxic.

Ginkgo Biloba
This is considered to be the oldest tree on earth. The leaf extract from this tree has been used for centuries to increase blood circulation to the tiny blood vessels of the brain. This results in improved memory, cognition and alertness. It is widely prescribed by doctors in Europe and Asia. Additionally it is a known antioxidant and helps the brain to create ATP.
Effects are usually noticeable after two or three weeks of continue use. There are no reported side-effects in the medical literature but some have experience stomach troubles in high doses. You can obtain this from most health food suppliers.
This is just a small sketch of what it available for proper brain nutrition and improved creative thought. Hopefully, it will lead you to do your own research into what is available for enhanced brain functioning. Doing a keyword search on any of the amino acids or the four substances I’ve named, will bring you a wealth of detailed information and avenues to obtain these substances. I would strongly urge anyone so inclined to educate themselves thoroughly before taking anything you are unfamiliar with.
A well nourished brain is vital to creative thought. The body can produce most of what you need with a good balanced diet. Sufficient water, of course, is essential to the electrical firing of the brain and can not be overstated. Use your own intuition to know what to add to your regular diet as a supplement. Dosage is critical and would be different for each individual. More is not always better. Have respect for your brain and it will serve you well as the architect of your creative experiences.

http://enchantedmind.com/html/science/brain_food.html

January 12th, 2010 by asia

WE are descendants of Stars! Not Hollywood ones, but real ones from the Heavens above Us. In a sense we are all star-crossed lovers! But we need not stumble around blindly through life. We have a map! There are auspicious times and bad times to do important things in life. Astrology help us understand the nature of the 7 creative planet’s qualities and how they impact our day to day lives. From time to time I will be dropping important info regarding planetary happenings. Think of it as your CNN of the Stars to the Streets. Let’s go visit our friend Saturn, law of Karma, the taskmaster of the zodiac.

Saturn turns retrograde on January 13 and all of us will feel the energy of Saturn retrograde in Libra in one way or another. Saturn is charged with the duty of teaching us our lessons in life — giving us the ability to grow and persevere, granting us the will to succeed and the strength to accomplish the tasks at hand. As we learn, we are rewarded by Saturn when the lesson or job is done.

The energy of Saturn retrograde is a fairly powerful force. This is an excellent time to grasp that retrograde energy, to bring projects to completion, and to let go of old problems and issues. By letting go of self-limitations, the future becomes more exciting and clear.

While this may not be the best time to launch new projects, it is a fabulous time to start working on those plans — particularly because of the Libra energy entwined in this retrograde. The plans you make now, if the foundation you have built is solid, will most likely begin to manifest when Saturn goes direct on May 30, 2010.

December 21st, 2009 by asia

Don’t be SAD this winter! There is a reason we need to gather close together, by the fire, sing, dance, eat, and fellowship like our ancestors did! Even in modern cultures these gatherings are still valued for emotional comfort, having something to look forward to at the darkest time of the year, especially for those who live near the polar regions of the hemisphere. The depressive psychological effects of winter on individuals are experienced as: coldness, tiredness, malaise, and inactivity. This is known as seasonal affective disorder.
Also, insufficient sunlight in the short winter days increases the secretion of melatonin in the body, throwing off the circadian rhythm with longer sleep. That’s why we are cooler and sleepier than a polar bear’s toenails! What can we do about it? Exercise, light therapy, increased negative ion exposure (which can be attained from plants and well ventilated flames, burning wood or beeswax) can reinvigorate the body from its seasonal lull and relieve winter blues by decreasing melatonin secretions, increasing serotonin and temporarily creating a more even sleeping pattern.

Today is the Celebration of Winter Solstice: Monday, December 21, 2009 marks the Winter Solstice traditions, and this is the announcement of the official start of the winter in the Northern Hemisphere. Winter Solstice is also known as Yule.
More precisely, winter solstice will take place at 12:47 pm EST (1747 GMT) on Dec. 21. It is a date that will also mark the shortest day and longest night.
Winter solstice falls every year around Dec. 21. It is because of the earth’s axial tilt, which is farthest away from the sun at its maximum of 23° 26?. At this time of the year, the sun is closer to the horizon, thus giving out least amount of daylight therefore shortening the day and lengthening the night.
But there is a bright side to it. Starting Tuesday, the days will start getting longer, leading to summer solstice, which in 2010 will fall on June 21. At that time, the day will be the longest with the daytime lasting for about 15 hours compared to 9 hours on Monday.
Now, what are the traditional celebrations during the Winter Solstice? Throughout the history, solstices have been accompanied with the countless cultural and religious traditions.
Our ancestors lived in a world where everyone believed in mystery and magic. Every year, they gathered together to celebrate the seemingly miraculous return of the light after the longest night of the year and that’s how Winter Solstice festivals were born. To this day, people all over the world celebrate Winter Solstice as a time of rebirth, a new beginning and a chance to marvel at the power of transition from darkness into light.

Since 45 BCE, when the 25th of December was established in the Julian calendar as the winter solstice of Europe, (Latin: Bruma), the difference between the calendar year (365.2500 days) and the tropical year (365.2422 days) moved the day associated with the actual astronomical solstice forward approximately three days every four centuries until 1582 when Pope Gregory XIII changed the calendar bringing the northern winter solstice to around December 21. Yearly, in the Gregorian calendar, the solstice still fluctuates slightly but, in the long term, only about one day every 3000 years.

The winter solstice may have been immensely important because communities were not certain of living through the winter, and had to be prepared during the previous nine months. Starvation was common in winter between January and April, also known as the famine months. In temperate climates, the midwinter festival was the last feast celebration, before deep winter began. Most cattle were killed so they would not have to be fed during the winter, so it was almost the only time of year when a supply of fresh meat was available. The majority of wine and beer made during the year was finally fermented and ready for drinking at this time. Mmmm, pour me a cup!

Worldwide, interpretation of the event has varied from culture to culture, but most cultures have held recognition of rebirth, involving holidays, festival, gatherings, and rituals around that time. Don’t fight the feeling, get up, get into it, get involved!

November 30th, 2009 by asia

Moringa leaves could practically wipe out malnutrition on our planet.

Experts agree that the long-term solution to malnutrition is the use of foods rich in the essential nutrients often lacking in people’s diets. Modern scientific research is proving that Moringa leaves are one of the richest sources of such nutrients. Even small amounts of the leaves could protect thousands of people from suffering and death.

People in several countries have found that Moringa leaves are quite acceptable to taste, especially when added to common foods.

The most widely known species is Moringa oleifera, a multi-purpose tree thought to be native to northwestern India, which is what is commonly referred to when the name Moringa is used. This species is cultivated throughout the tropics. The African species Moringa stenopetala, is also widely grown, but to a much lesser extent than Moringa oleifera.

According to TreesForLife.org, Moringa oleifera has great potential in combatting extreme poverty and hunger. The nutritious leaves grow quickly, and in many types of environment, and can feed people as well as livestock and sanctuary animals. Surprisingly, the leaves contain a well balanced profile of the essential amino acids, which is rare for a plant. Check out these nutritional equivalents:
2x Protein of Yogurt
7x Vitamin C of Orange
3x Potassium of Banana
4x Vitamin A of Carrots
4x Calcium of Milk
*These figures reflect gram-gram comparisons with Moringa leaves
8-24g of leaf powder daily improves health. I tablespoon (3 teaspoons) is around 14g. A good way to get all you need would be to add 1 teaspoon to a cup of your favorite tea, add some ginger for taste and drink 3cups of this a day. Or make a pitcher of juice, around 3 cups, (you must first dissolve the leaves in hot water) and drink throughout the day. This is amazing for children, and especially pregnant women, they benefit even more greatly!

According to Dr. K. Shaine Tyson of Rocky Mountain Biodiesel Consulting, the defatted meal contains 60% protein, 40% more than soy meal. The high protein leaves can be used as animal fodder and together with the defatted meals, have been shown to increase weight gain in animals by 32% and milk production by 42-55%. The defatted meal can also be used to purify water, settling out sediments and organisms.

Moringa can also provide oil for making biofuels. The seeds contain 30-50% oil, or 112-185 gal/acre/year. The oil contains 65-75% oleic acids and, unlike Jatropha oil, is beneficial for both humans and fuel.

Moringa is drought-resistant and can grow in a wide variety of poor soils, even barren ground, with soil pH between 4.5 and 9.0. The Moringa Oleifera species is said to have originated in the Himalayas, but although the current cultivars can withstand frost, they do not generally survive a hard freeze. It could probably be grown wherever oranges grow successfully.

Moringa holds promise as a sustainable crop which can benefit humans and animals nutritionally, economically and as an energy source.

http://www.treesforlife.org