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Moringa powder for older adults: plant nutrition and calcium
If you are an older adult, or you are shopping for a parent, you may be looking for a simple way to add more plant nutrition to the day, and calcium is often at the top of the list. Moringa leaf naturally contains calcium.
Gram for gram, per 100 g of dried leaf, organic moringa leaf powder contains 2,003 mg of calcium (Gopalakrishnan 2016), about 17x the calcium of whole milk. A serving is only a few grams: 2 tsp (4 g) gives 10% of the Daily Value for calcium, per our label. It is a simple addition, not a replacement for your regular meals. A tea bag gives you far fewer nutrients than the powder.
- 10% DV calcium per 2 tsp of powder
- 100% moringa leaf powder
- USDA Organic
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Why moringa powder, for calcium and more
Our powder is 100% organic moringa leaf. Per 100 g (Gopalakrishnan 2016): 2,003 mg of calcium, 27.1 g of protein, 28.2 mg of iron and 1,324 mg of potassium.
- About 17x the calcium of whole milk, gram for gram
- About 7x the protein of plain yogurt, gram for gram
- About 10x the iron of raw spinach, gram for gram
- About 3x the potassium of bananas, gram for gram
Those comparisons are gram for gram, per 100 g of dried leaf (Gopalakrishnan 2016). On our label, 2 tsp (4 g) gives 10% of the Daily Value for calcium. That adds a little to a day. It does not replace milk or other calcium foods, so think of it as a spoonful added to a smoothie, soup or yogurt. Calcium supports normal bone health, and protein supports muscle.*
Powder first, tea as a daily habit
If you are looking for nutrition, choose the powder. A tea bag gives you far fewer nutrients than the powder does, because the leaf is steeped rather than eaten.
Tea still has a place. A caffeine-free cup, such as Honey & Vanilla or Lemon & Chamomile, is a pleasant daily habit, and it pairs well with a spoonful of powder stirred into the day's smoothie or soup.
Why Miracle Tree
Miracle Tree is a family-owned brand. Our moringa is certified USDA and EU organic and grown on family farms in Sri Lanka, a single origin, then solar-dried and hand-processed. Our herbal tea bags are plastic-free and biodegradable, and the leaf is ethically sourced.
You can see how it prices out: herbal tea runs about $0.36 a bag for a single box of 25, about $0.25 a bag in our 4-flavor sets, and about $0.18 a bag on a 12-pack. Shipping is $5.95, and free over $28. Subscribe and Save takes 15% off. There are 10,000+ reviews across the tea family. You will find us in 3,000+ stores in 18+ countries, and H-E-B carries our Ginger tea bags and our Superfood Powder.
How to add it to a day
- Stir 1 to 2 teaspoons (a few grams) of powder into a smoothie, soup, oatmeal or yogurt.
- Start with a small amount, as the taste is leafy and green.
- Enjoy a caffeine-free tea after a meal. Steep one bag for 4-5 minutes.
- If you take medication or have a health condition, talk to your doctor first.
Our picks
- Organic Moringa Powder, 16 oz: our lead pick for nutrition: 100% moringa leaf, and 2 tsp (4 g) gives 10% of the Daily Value for calcium, per our label.
- Organic Moringa Powder, 8 oz: the smaller size if you want to try it first.
- Honey & Vanilla Moringa Tea: caffeine-free, a pleasant daily cup.
- Life Set (Lemon Chamomile, Peach Ginger, Watermelon, Hibiscus): four caffeine-free flavors, 100 bags.
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Frequently asked questions
How much calcium is in moringa powder?
Gram for gram, per 100 g of dried leaf, our organic moringa leaf powder contains 2,003 mg of calcium (Gopalakrishnan 2016), about 17x the calcium of whole milk. The serving on our label is 2 tsp (4 g), which gives 10% of the Daily Value for calcium, per our label. That adds a little to a day and does not replace other calcium foods. Talk to your doctor about your own calcium needs.
Does moringa have more calcium than milk?
Gram for gram, per 100 g of dried leaf (Gopalakrishnan 2016), yes: about 17x the calcium of whole milk. But a serving of powder is only a few grams, while a glass of milk is much more. It is best seen as something you add to your day, not a swap for milk.
What is the best way to add plant nutrition for older adults?
Small, regular additions are the easiest way to keep up a habit. Stir a few grams of moringa powder into a smoothie, soup, oatmeal or yogurt. Choose the powder for nutrition, as a tea bag gives you far fewer nutrients.
Does moringa tea have as much calcium as the powder?
No. A tea bag gives far fewer nutrients than powder, because the leaf is steeped in water rather than eaten. Choose the powder if you want more of the leaf, and the tea for a caffeine-free daily habit.
Is moringa tea caffeine-free?
18 of our 20 herbal flavors are caffeine-free, including Honey & Vanilla, Lemon & Chamomile and Ginger. Green Tea moringa is decaffeinated (under 1 mg), and Earl Grey is low caffeine (5-10 mg). Our Energy line has 155 mg of natural caffeine per bag.
Can I take moringa if I take medication?
Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist first if you take any medication or have a health condition, or if you are on a calcium or other supplement. They know your history, and moringa is not a replacement for advice from them.
How much moringa powder should I use?
The label serving is 4 g, about 2 teaspoons. Start with less, such as 1 teaspoon, and see how you like the taste, then follow the label. As with any new food, ask your doctor if you are unsure.
Is the powder easy to use?
Yes. It is 100% organic moringa leaf. Stir it into a smoothie, soup, yogurt or oatmeal.
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