Have you ever heard of Noni juice, and its multiple health benefits to man kind?In case you have someone suffering from hypertension, cancer, Arthritis, and other terminal diseases, this article is for you, please take time to read it and you will be happy you did
Noni,
scientifically known as Morinda citrifolia, is a small, flowering shrub native
to the Pacific islands, Polynesia, Asia, and Australia. It grows to a height of
up to 10 feet high, and the leaves are dark green and oval shaped. The flower
heads grow to become mature yellow fruit that have a strong odor.
Other common names for Noni include hog apple, canary wood,
beach mulberry, Indian mulberry, cheese fruit, great morinda and mengkudu,
depending on locale. This member of the coffee family is native to Malaysia and
harvested for its leaves, roots and fruit. The two main iridoid glycosides in this
plant are asperulosid and deacetylasperuloside. According to a study published
in the "Journal of natural products" in 2001, scientists at Rutgers
University isolated a new iridoid glycoside from Noni called citrifolinoside A.
Although the flesh of the fruit is inedible, its juice is extracted and drunk
as a beverage.
Noni is
widely available as juice or liquid concentrate. It can also be found in tablet
and capsule form.
Nutritional and phytochemical
components of Noni
Noni fruit
powder contains carbohydrates and dietary fibre in moderate amounts. These
macronutrients evidently reside in the fruit pulp, as Noni juice has sparse
nutrient content.The main micronutrients of Noni pulp powder include vitamin C,
niacin (vitamin B3), iron and potassium.Vitamin A, calcium and sodium are
present in moderate amounts. When M. citrifolia juice alone is analysed and
compared to pulp powder, only vitamin C is retained in an amount that is about
half the content of a raw navel orange. Sodium levels in M. citrifolia juice
(about 3% of Dietary Reference Intake, DRI) are high compared to an orange, and
potassium content is moderate. The juice is otherwise similar in micronutrient
content to a raw orange.
M.
citrifolia fruit contains a number of phytochemicals, including lignans, oligo-
and polysaccharides, flavonoids, iridoids, fatty acids, scopoletin, catechin,
beta-sitosterol, damnacanthal, and alkaloids.
Noni Iridoids
As a typical iridoid-containing plant, Noni is considered as a good source
for obtaining bioactive iridoids. Speaking with a nutritional expert, Dr. Paul
Nanna, in an exclusive interview on the health benefits of iridoids to the
human system, he said absence of iridoids in the human body may lead to a long
term disorder.
“Iridoids
are secondary metabolites which are organic compounds that are not directly
involved in the normal growth, development and reproduction of an organism.
Because they are such, their absence does not result in immediate death of the
organism. However, absence of these secondary metabolites may lead to a long
term impairment of the ability to survive, the reproductive capacity and
structure of the organism. Absence of the secondary metabolites may show no
significant change at all. They are produced by the plant for their defence
against herbivores and other interspecies defensive needs”.
Explaining
on the sources of Iridoids, which he said are commonly found in medicinal
plants, he defined them as bioactives with wide range of activities which
include analgesic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, cardiovascular,
antimutagenic, antitumour, antihepatotoxic, hypoglycaemic, pugative, immune
enhancement, antimicrobial and antiviral activities.
“ Iridoids
can be found in a wide variety of plants like blue berries, Noni, olives and
cornelian cherries. Specifically, researchers have found Noni iridoids to be
DNA protective, promotes healthy inflammatory response, protective of cells,
promote joint flexibility, cholesterol-friendly supportive of healthy blood
glucose level, prevent and protect against cancer and protects against stroke”,
he said.
Daily consumption of noni juice
Nutritional
experts on Noni juice have recommended that 5 ml of the juice should be taken
twice a day during the first three days. Then the person can continue with 10
ml twice a day, from the fourth day onwards.
It was also
suggested that Noni should be taken for 3 to 6 months, and then either reduce
the quantity or stop as per individual's needs. Also Noni can be taken twice a
day on empty stomach 30 minutes before food. Keep 12 to 14 hrs gap between two
intakes. It was also advised that a minimum of two liters of good clean water
should be drunk throughout the day to help the body to flush out toxins.
Health benefits of Noni juice
According to Dr. Nanna , “Noni juice is a usual part of the protocol that we
use for the management of cancer. Having said that I will like to add that not
one supplement is sufficient for the treatment of any kind of cancer. We
usually use a collection of supplements that we refer to as protocol. Be that
as it may, Noni juice is an important part of any protocol. In the third annual
International Iridoid symposium held on the 21st of August, 2012 at the Morinda
Bioactives in Provo Utah, researchers from all over the world made the
following conclusions about Noni iridoids: 1. Support healthy circulatory function, 2.
Enhance cognitive function, 3. Support healthy inflammatory response, 4. Reduce
advance glycation end products, 5. Promote healthy angiogenesis, 6. Help
normalize blood sugar level and 7. Augment immune system function”.
“Apart from enhancing cognitive function, the other findings
are very important in the management of cancer. I believe that Noni iridoids being part of the protocol for the treatment of cancer play significant roles in the treatment of cancer.
It may also be useful in other conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular
diseases”.
Animal studies
evaluating the effects of Noni, suggest that it may have anti-cancer,
pain-relieving, and immune system-enhancing effects
Alleviates
symptoms of arthritis:
There are
several ways in which Noni may alleviate the undesirable symptoms of arthritis.
Pain is the number one complaint with arthritis. Because Noni has analgesic
qualities, it can help relieve this pain. Noni has also been shown to contain
scopoletin, which has anti-inflammatory and histamine-inhibiting effects, both
of which are excellent for the promotion of smooth joint movement. The
cellular-enhancing qualities of Noni may also minimize damage to the joints and
other involved tissues.
Fights
heart diseases:
Noni juice
can help with high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. Some scientists
believe that Xeronine can help promote a healthy cell structure within the
circulatory system. Noni juice can also lessen the symptoms of heart disease.
Lowers high blood pressure:
In a
research study, 85 percent of Noni juice drinkers reported decreased blood
pressure while drinking Noni juice.
Strengthens
the Immune system:
Noni juice
boosts the overall immune system of the body and helps to maintain optimal
health. Noni may help modulate a healthy immune system by either enhancing an
already functioning system, by stimulating the components of a sluggish one, or
by decreasing an overactive immune system. The mechanism by which Noni can do
these different functions is called Adaptogenisis.
Reduces
symptoms of fibromyalgia:
Many people
who suffer from fibromyalgia experience loss of energy. An increase in energy
from Noni is a very positive side effect from the juice. Seventy seven percent
of people with fibromyalgia reported lessened symptoms after they began
drinking Noni juice.
Fortifies cell structure:
Noni is
believed to fortify and maintain cell structure. This can be accomplished by
Noni helping the body heal itself and because Noni can aid "sick"
cells in repairing themselves.
Helps
control diabetes:
Noni can aid
in the regulation of insulin secretion by the pancreas, helping control
diabetes. Drinking Noni may also help relieve diabetic symptoms through its
ability to stimulate the body's production of nitric oxide. Both may also be
important factors in decreasing symptoms such as poor circulation and vision
problems.
Reduces
Symptoms of Asthma:
Noni may
help in reducing the severity of the symptoms of asthma by boosting and
modulating the immune system and enhancing the cellular structure of the
bronchioles.
Fights
Depression:
Noni's
ability to modulate natural bio-chemicals such as brain hormones might be why
many people have felt less depressed after drinking Noni juice.
Promotes
weight loss:
Noni may
help you lose weight by promoting better sleep, aiding in the regulation of
blood sugar levels, and by boosting the number of antioxidants in the body.
Helps
control ADHD:
Noni may be
helpful for this condition in both children and adults through its ability to
modulate the production of some of the chemicals in the brain as well as
increase overall cellular health in the brain.
Helps
treat migraines:
Preliminary
results show that there is a non/serotonin relationship. Studies suggest that noni
juice was clinically helpful in the treatment of migraines.
Successful
in the treatment of addictions:
Noni juice
has been said to be successful in the treatment of addictions to heroine,
cocaine, marijuana, nicotine, alcohol, prescription drug use and caffeine.
Protects
against strokes:
Noni may
help inhibit premature coagulation in the blood, preventing platelets form
clumping together into clots associated with strokes.
Lowers
cholesterol:
Noni is a
potent free radical scavenger that can contribute to lower cholesterol levels
and prevents LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) from oxidizing.
Increases Memory:
Noni may be
used by the brain to encode long-term memory and enhance blood flow to the
brain.
Strengthens
the nervous System:
Noni
functions as a "messenger molecule" that may allow nerve cells in the
body and the brain to communicate effectively.
Improves
skin condition:
Noni can be
used topically. Its anti-inflammatory and histamine-inhibiting effects can help
fight allergies, skin conditions and inflammation.
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