Yoga instructor Shalini Abhilash took to Instagram to share that most women feel high levels of fatigue, exhaustion, weakness or hormonal-related issues in these stages due to iron deficiency, which, according to her, can be managed with a natural food — moringa leaves.
While most women are recommended iron supplements in pregnancy and post-childbirth, it’s still important to consume moringa powder because it’s not just a source of iron but also a superfood packed with multiple other important nutrients like calcium, and magnesium.
It is also a must for immunity building as no medicines like Paracetamol or pain killers are prescribed during pregnancy and post-childbirth. So, developing immunity and gut health should be a high priority in these stages.
Adding, Dr Shobha Gupta, medical director and IVF specialist from Mother’s Lap IVF Centre New Delhi and Vrindavan said that moringa leaves help in preventing stress, something women often feel during pregnancy, by helping regulate the cortisol levels of pregnant women.
Also, many pregnant women often complain of uncomfortable pregnancy-related constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and cramping. Moringa contains up to nine per cent fibre, which aids in improved digestion and nutrient absorption.
Improved digestion helps eliminate harmful substances such as parasites and bacteria from the intestinal tract. Additionally, moringa contains Vitamin B (among many others) that assists in the prevention of any other digestive concerns.