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HOW MORINGA COMPARES
Moringa, known as the 'Miracle Tree', is a nutrient-dense leafy green. Gram for gram, dried moringa leaf compares well with kale and matcha, and adds iron, calcium, vitamins and plant protein to your meals.
How Moringa Compares
Moringa leaf powder side by side with kale and matcha, per 100 g
Moringa
- Protein 27.1g
- Calcium 2,003mg
- Iron 28.2mg
- Antioxidants Present
- Vitamin A —
- Caffeine Caffeine-free
Kale
- Protein 2.9g
- Calcium 254mg
- Iron 1.6mg
- Antioxidants Present
- Vitamin A 241µg RAE
- Caffeine Caffeine-free
Matcha
- Protein 29.6g
- Calcium 420mg
- Iron 17.0mg
- Antioxidants Present
- Vitamin A 2,400µg RAE
- Caffeine Contains caffeine
What Is Moringa? Benefits, Nutrition & The Miracle Tree
Moringa oleifera — widely known as the Miracle Tree — is a remarkably nutrient-dense plant. Used for centuries in traditional practices by ancient Egyptians, Romans, and Ayurvedic practitioners, moringa has earned its reputation as a celebrated superfood.
Moringa Nutrition: What Makes It So Exceptional?
Gram for gram, dried moringa leaf is rich in protein, calcium, iron and potassium. It provides a broad range of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, and contains all 9 essential amino acids — a welcome plant protein for vegetarians and vegans.
- Vitamins: A (as beta-carotene), B1, B2, B3, B6, C, E & K
- Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Potassium & Magnesium
- Antioxidants: Naturally contains polyphenols and other antioxidant compounds
- Phytonutrients: Alpha & beta carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin & chlorophyll
- Amino Acids: All 9 essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein
- Fiber: Contributes dietary fibre from the whole leaf
Moringa vs. Kale, Matcha & Spirulina
Per 100 g of dried leaf, moringa provides about 17 times the calcium of whole milk, 10 times the iron of raw spinach and 3 times the potassium of bananas (USDA FoodData Central; Gopalakrishnan et al., 2016). A serving is only a few grams, so moringa is best enjoyed as one part of a varied diet. As Time Magazine noted, it’s time to move over, kale. Curious how Moringa compares to Kale, Matcha & Spirulina? Read our full superfood comparison →
Where Does Miracle Tree Moringa Come From?
Our moringa is single-origin, sourced directly from Sri Lanka’s rainforest regions through a vertically integrated supply chain. We solar-dry our leaves to help preserve their nutrients, and every batch is USDA Organic certified. From farm to cup, we control every step so you get the purest moringa possible.
How to Use Moringa
Moringa is incredibly versatile. Brew it as a caffeine-free herbal moringa tea, try one of our moringa energy teas as a clean coffee alternative, or mix our organic moringa powder into smoothies, lattes, and recipes. We also offer moringa bundles so you can explore the full range and save.
New to moringa? Start with our full guide: what moringa tea is, how it tastes, how much caffeine it has, and what the research does and does not show.
Gram for gram, dried moringa leaf compared with everyday foods:
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3X the Potassium of Bananas
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17X the Calcium of Milk
17x -
10X the Iron of Spinach
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7X the Protein of Yogurt
7x
Compared gram for gram (per 100 g). A typical serving of moringa is only a few grams.
Sources: moringa leaf powder, Gopalakrishnan et al. (2016); whole milk, plain whole-milk yogurt, raw spinach and raw bananas, USDA FoodData Central.
VITAMINS
Studies show that Moringa leaves contain vitamins A (as beta-carotene), B1, B2, B3, B6, C and E.¹
ANTIOXIDANTS
Studies show Moringa leaves contain antioxidants such as vitamin C, beta-carotene and polyphenols like quercetin.¹
MINERALS
Studies show Moringa is rich in Calcium, Iron, Potassium, & Magnesium - minerals that are part of a balanced diet.¹
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Studies show Moringa leaves are rich in phytonutrients such as alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin and chlorophyll, naturally occurring plant pigments that make every leaf so vibrant.¹
AMINO ACIDS
Moringa leaves contain all 9 essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, making them a welcome plant-protein addition for vegetarians and vegans.¹
FIBER
Studies show that Moringa leaves are naturally high in fiber. Fiber can help support a healthy digestive system.¹
"MOVE OVER KALE"
- TIME MAGAZINE
WHAT IS MORINGA?
Moringa is prized for its nutrient density and is known worldwide as the Miracle Tree. Studies show that Moringa leaves contain a wide range of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and all 9 essential amino acids¹. For centuries, cultures across South Asia and Africa have enjoyed Moringa leaves as a food and a daily wellness tradition. Today, researchers continue to explore the leaf's remarkable nutritional profile.¹
"MORINGA IS RICH IN VITAMIN A & C..."
- USA TODAY
STRAIGHT FROM THE SOURCE.
What makes Miracle Tree's moringa powder and tea leaves different? We are the only vertically-integrated brand in the market with a direct source. This gives us an unparalleled control over our product sourcing and supply. Most importantly, our Moringa is single origin and originates from the naturally bountiful (and isolated) rainforest areas of Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka's tea and moringa manufacturing, soil quality, harvesting practices, and processing procedures are globally recognized as being best-in-class. See why our moringa is the only award-winning moringa concept and experience a new level of superfood with Miracle Tree's organic moringa products.
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