Kompas.com – Moringa leaves are often referred to as superfood rich in benefits. This plant is well known for body health.
One of the claims is to help you lose weight. Is it true that Moringa leaves can help the diet?
Can Moringa leaves be able to lose weight?
Reported from the page Kompas.com Which aired on Monday (04/11/2024), according to the Chairperson of the Indonesian Traditional Medicine and Medicine Development Association (PDPOTJI) Dr. (Cand.) Dr. Inggrid Tania, M.Sc., Moringa leaves can indirectly help you lose weight because of its fiber content.
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“Not directly, yes. So Moringa leaves are rich in food fiber, it will help us not to be hungry too quickly, “said Inggrid when interviewed by Kompas.com, Saturday (11/02/2024).
By consuming Moringa leaves, the body feels full longer. This makes someone not easily hungry and can reduce the desire to overeat.
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Moringa leaves and metabolism of the body
In addition to giving a sense of fullness, Moringa leaves also help increase metabolism. The process of burning calories in the body can take place more efficiently with good metabolism.
However, the study of the effect of weight loss carried out not only using Moringa leaves, but a mixture with other plants such as turmeric and curry leaves.
“Research on humans is a mixture, yes. So Moringa powder mixed with turmeric powder and curry leaves powder, “explained Inggrid.
Research shows that the combination of this material has the potential to help weight loss. However, its role is more as a supporter than the main factor in the diet.
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Consumption of Moringa leaves for diet
To get the benefits, Moringa leaves can be consumed in various ways. Some people process it into tea, powder supplements, or mixtures in food.
However, Inggrid stressed that the main factor in weight loss remains physical activity. “If it is directly said to lose weight, but indirectly,” he said.
With a healthy diet and regular exercise, Moringa leaves can be additional in the diet program. This combination helps the body healthier and more controlled body weight.
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