HealthZine_Issue 3

Problems Associated with Poor Nutrition The Wonders of Noni 2 The history of noni is rich and varied. Noni is a fruit that has been around for nearly 2,000-3,000 years. Noni, also known as IndianMulberry or Morinda Citrifolia, is believed to have originated in the Southeast Asia or the French Polynesian Islands. Noni was considered a sacred plant in Ayurveda and ismentioned in ancient texts as Ashyuka, which is Sanskrit for “longevity.” Noni was noted to be a balancing agent, stabilising the body in perfect health. When the time came for the brave explorers of the subcontinent to leave their oldworld behind, they took noni with themas an essential element in the establishment of their new island paradise. In traditional use, noni has been used both for medicinal purposes and food. It has been used inmany other ways and virtually every part of the tree is used in some formor another. The history of noni tells us about themorewidely known traditional uses andmedicinal uses of the di erent parts of this plant have been used to help heal wounds, to treat infections and also to treat diabetes, fevers and skin problems, among others. Stomach-related and digestive issues Weight loss Menstrual changes Tingling and numbness Poor Immunity How to Improve Nutrient Absorption • Manage stress in healthy ways, such as meditation, yoga, and exercise • Get eight to nine hours of sleep each night • Limit alcohol and caffeine intake • Vary foods at each meal • Include healthy fats in your diet • Stay hydrated every day • Dietary supplements may help