Breast milk is widely considered to be the best food source for a newborn. Loaded with nutrients and protective antibodies, it contains everything needed to defend against infections, prevent allergies and support babies' delicate immune systems and overall health.
Some women choose not to breastfeed for a variety of reasons (lifestyle, medical) and for those women, formula milk can be a healthy alternative. Other women would like to breastfeed but experience difficulties producing enough milk to fully nourish their babies, so end up weaning early or using formula to top up their supply.
Herbal supplements have come a long way in helping nursing mothers boost their milk supply. Fenugreek, fennel, milk thistle, cumin, among others have risen in popularity as a galactagogue or milk stimulating food.
For mothers looking to increase breast milk supply in a safe, organic and natural way, the answer lies in the leaf of the mighty moringa tree.
Moringa leaves are a natural galactagogue - a substance that promotes or increases the flow of a mother's milk. It has been used since ancient times to boost breast milk supply as well as providing a source of nourishment for babies and mums alike.
Widely acknowledged to be the most nutrient-dense food in the world, moringa leaves are rich in 5 essential vitamins & minerals including iron, calcium, vitamins A, E & K. It is also a complete source of plant protein with all 9 essential amino acids, high in fibre and contains exceptionally high levels of antioxidants.
All of these nutrients but particularly protein, iron, vitamin K and calcium are needed in good supply for new mums, and especially for those who are breastfeeding.
• Iron is essential for the reduction of tiredness and fatigue - something experienced by the vast majority of new parents for whom sleep deprivation quickly becomes the new norm. New mums are often deficient in iron as they can lose blood during birth, and this can leave to extreme exhaustion and feeling generally weak. A single serving of Moringa Powder contains 46.8% of your iron requirement - so mixing some up into a green smoothie with other leafy greens or taking a shot mixed in apple juice is a great natural way to reduce tiredness and fatigue
• Calcium is important for strong bones and teeth for both mum and baby. New borns suck up a lot of their mum's calcium supply when breastfeeding so mothers need to supplement to ensure both themselves and their babies are getting the calcium they need for optimum health and growth.
• Vitamin K contributes to normal blood clotting and is particularly important for new mums and their babies. Vitamin K is actually given to newborns via an injection or oral tablet when they are born. Vitamin K is also important for new mums post birth who can often be bleeding heavily.
• For breastfeeding mothers, undoubtedly one of the most amazing benefits of moringa is that it has been scientifically proven to increase breast milk supply - by as much as 100%.
This serves as excellent news for all mothers looking to increase breastmilk flow in a safe and natural way; thus far there have been no known reported side effects of consuming moringa — other than increased energy and nutrition!
The moringa tree is considered to be one of the most sustainable sources of food and energy. The tree is easy to grow, can thrive in poor soil, withstand drought, and is capable of producing multiple leaf harvests in a year — making it an attractive crop for farmers both in the developed and developing world.
The Moringa Oleifera plant is the most inexpensive and credible alternative to not only providing good nutrition, but also the cure and prevention of a lot of diseases.
As more and more people are looking to address their health concerns in a natural way, it should come as no surprise that moringa is a leading source of nutrition for expecting mothers and those who are already nursing newborns. But don’t just read about it; give this powerful plant a place in your regular rotation of super-foods for optimal healing and nutrient content — you will be glad you did.
How to Prepare Moringa Tea for Breast Milk Production
• Gather 100 grams of moringa leaves
• Boil 500 ml of water
• Add the moringa leaves
• boil for 5 minutes
• Drink as tea or as water substitute
• Do it everyday to produce healthy breast milk
• Breast milk volume increased 28-32% by day 3, 51-58% by day 4, and 152-176% by day 5!
References:
https://breastfeedingmommas.com/increase-breast-milk-supply-with-moringa-an-amazing-superfood
https://aduna.com/blogs/aduna-world/improve-your-breast-milk-supply-with-moringa
http://reset.me/story/study-moringa-more-than-doubles-breastmilk-supply/
https://www.moringapowder.com/benefits/moringa-breastfeeding-mothers-increase-breast-milk-moringa/
https://blog.kulikulifoods.com/2016/04/06/3-ways-moringa-can-help-new-mothers/
http://www.mommyyah.com/2014/10/how-malunggay-or-moringa-helps-in.html