You've surely heard plenty about moringa and soursop (guanábana). And although some people assume both are native to our continent, only one actually is. In recent years, they've gained enormous popularity thanks to their many benefits — and today we want to walk you through them, in case they aren't part of your healthy routine yet.
Moringa: the tree of life and its benefits
Many consider Moringa oleifera, its scientific name, to be an American tree. In fact, it originated in India and Pakistan, from where it may have arrived centuries ago, thanks to Chinese or African seafarers. In India, it's known as "the tree of life" or "miracle tree" for the many properties attributed to all its parts.
It has traditionally been used for medicinal purposes, such as helping wounds heal, and it's credited with many benefits still under investigation. At the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), laboratory and animal studies suggest it may help regulate glucose and show certain antibiotic effects, among others. (1)
Moringa is also recognized for its valuable nutritional content. It's known to contain 7 of the 13 vitamins and 15 of the 20 minerals essential to the body (like calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc), plus antioxidants such as beta-carotene. Its leaves are high in protein (comparable to milk) and provide enzymes and essential amino acids — the ones our body doesn't produce — making it an excellent dietary complement. (2)
Soursop (guanábana): the antioxidant fruit of our land
Chances are a smoothie made from this fruit — native to our continent, to the tropical and subtropical zones of Central and South America — is among your favorites. Its sweet-tart flavor is versatile, ideal for blends and healthy desserts. But the contributions of Annona muricata, its scientific name, go much further.
It has traditionally been used for a huge range of ailments, from skin and respiratory issues to fever, diarrhea, headaches, and insomnia. Because of that widespread use of each of its parts — from leaves to seeds — it's a plant under constant study.
According to an extensive review of 49 research articles from the past four decades, its many potential benefits and broad antioxidant support have been documented. Researchers have observed that it contains compounds like flavonoids (including quercetin) and vitamins that may be responsible for that biological activity. (3)
Moringa and soursop together: antioxidants in a single formula
Getting that immense nutritional and antioxidant power every day isn't always easy. That's why, at Santo Remedio, we created Moringa + Sousop. We combined both plants into one formula that concentrates their benefits and is simple to add to your routine.
Two capsules a day provide antioxidants, protein, vitamins, and minerals that help protect your body's cells from free-radical damage and support your immune system. If you want to understand better how antioxidants work, the evidence points to an antioxidant-rich diet being key to long-term wellbeing.
And if you'd like to reinforce your antioxidant routine even more, Cúrcuma (turmeric) is another great natural ally, recognized for its antioxidant contribution and support for overall well-being.
A simple way to strengthen your wellbeing, with two great allies from nature.
Let's be healthier together.
The Santo Remedio team.
