Noni fruit is a real discovery of recent years. If in the Pacific countries and in the East the healing properties of this product have been used for centuries, then noni is just beginning to gain popularity with us. It is used to treat various diseases, as well as for general rejuvenation of the body and various cosmetic procedures. What is the secret of this fruit?
What is noni fruit?
Noni is nothing but the fruit of a tropical evergreen tree. By the way, “noni” is only one of its names. In the scientific world, the plant is known as Morinda Citrifolia. In addition, the people call it "useful tree" and "Native American mulberry." Residents of Australia call it "cheese fruit," and in Tahiti Nui, it is known as "nono." By the way, for more than two thousand years, aborigines have been using it to tone and strengthen the body.
In fact, noni fruit is unlikely to please gourmets and aesthetes with a beautiful view or exquisite taste, and it is precisely these associations that most Europeans come up with when mentioning tropical fruits. In shape, the Indian mulberry looks like a small potato, but with a rough surface and a noticeable tuberosity. You probably will not like it too much and its smell, which is somewhat reminiscent of slightly spoiled cheese. And the taste of the fetus is slightly bitter.
But, despite all the taste flaws, noni fruit is extremely useful for the human body - even doctors can not argue with this.
Where does he grow?
As already mentioned, this fruit is harvested from an evergreen tree. It is worth noting immediately that the plant is able to bear fruit almost all year round. In twelve months a tree can produce up to 800 kg of fruit.
By the way, there is no need to create special plantations - the plant survives perfectly in the natural environment. The rocky and volcanic Hawaiian islands, the sandy coasts of Australia, the limestone soils of Guam - all these places are perfect for growing noni (fruit). Thailand is another place where this tree grows. But the largest number of fruits is harvested in the South Pacific islands.
Noni fruit: beneficial properties
In fact, the beneficial properties of this plant are difficult to overestimate. To begin with, it is worth mentioning that the fruits of the “healthy tree” are rich in vitamins and minerals. By the way, its calorie content is only 44 kcal per 100 g. That is why the fruit is popular among everyone who wants to keep a figure.
By the way, experts use not only the fruits of the plant, but also its other parts. For example, various decoctions, teas and grindings are prepared from leaves, which help improve digestion processes and activate metabolism. External compresses are used to eliminate skin irritations. Plant seeds, in turn, are rich in beneficial fatty acids, which contribute to rejuvenation and healing.
Fruits activate the immune system, are characterized by antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties. They also contain antioxidants, which help to improve well-being and slow down the aging process.
Application of the product in traditional medicine
In fact, noni fruit is used to treat a host of diseases. In particular, the indigenous people of the Marshall Islands use it for various diseases of the stomach, as well as to eliminate postpartum pain. But in Hawaii, in China and Japan, cheese fruit is used for fever. It is also considered an excellent tonic.
In Malaysia, plant leaves are used - they are first heated, and then applied to the stomach or chest. It is believed that such a tool quickly eliminates nausea, colic and cough. In the Pacific Islands, this fruit is used to treat diabetes and some sexually transmitted infections. By the way, here special shampoos are made from its fruits, with the help of which they get rid of lice. The inhabitants of the Philippines receive a special extract from the leaves of the tree, which treats joint pain.
Noni juice and its benefits for the body
It is immediately worth noting that noni fruit juice appeared on the world market recently. In 1996, the Americans developed and patented a technology for the production of juice, in which the loss of minerals and other useful components is minimal. In addition, with the help of some flavorings scientific
the staff managed to make the taste of the drink more enjoyable. And today it is very popular among adherents of a healthy lifestyle. So what are the beneficial effects of juice?
To begin with, it is worth noting that the drink has a beneficial effect on the body. It tones the immune system and helps fight infections, viruses, bacteria and fungal microorganisms. In addition, it effectively relieves inflammation.
It is also believed that regular moderate consumption of juice helps to prevent the development of cancer cells, as well as inhibit the growth of the tumor, if it already exists. It is often used in the treatment of burns, since the drink not only accelerates the regeneration processes, but also destroys pathogenic microflora. Juice of cheese fruit makes the bones stronger, positively affects the functioning of the cardiovascular and nervous systems. In particular, it is often recommended for people suffering from Alzheimer's disease.
Fruit Reviews
In fact, many people like noni fruit. Reviews about it are mostly positive. Men and women who consume fruits or juice from them regularly report a significant improvement in well-being. They say that after a few days insomnia disappears - the sleep becomes strong, and in the morning you feel cheerful and energetic. The introduction of this product in the diet affects the appearance. The skin becomes more elastic and acquires a healthy radiance, hair gets thicker and stronger, and nails cease to exfoliate.
Of course, the disadvantages of such a “therapy” include not too pleasant taste. On the other hand, it can be masked. For example, some housewives add a small amount of fruit or its juice to different dishes, in particular to salads from fresh vegetables.