2. Morinda citrifolia, commonly known as great
morinda, Indian Mulberry, Mengkudu (Malaysia),
Beach Mulberry, Tahitian Noni, Cheese fruit
or Noni (from Hawaiian) is a tree in
the coffee family, Rubiaceae.
3. Morinda citrifolia is native to South East Asia but has
been extensively spread throughout the Indian
subcontinent, Pacific Islands, French
Polynesia, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico and
recently the Dominican Republic.
4. It is sometimes called starvation fruit.
Despite its strong smell and bitter taste,
the fruit is nevertheless eaten as a
famine food and in some Pacific Islands,
even a staple food, either raw or cooked
Southeast Asians and Australian
Aborigines consume the fruit raw
with salt or cook it with curry.
5. The US Government War Department indicated
that Noni is edible during World War II, and
Pacific Islanders instructed soldiers about
using Noni for emergency food.
6. Various types of noni supplements in the form of
powder, tablets, liquid, are available these days
Noni Juice is more recommended because there is less
chance of losing nutrients through
digestive processes as it is easily and
quickly absorbed in the blood
7. Noni fruits contain of over 150 types of nutrients
that are beneficial to human body which include:
Proxeronine/ Proxeronase
β-Carotene
Plant fibers
B3/B9/H/B5/A/B/C/D/E/K
Carbonates/ Calcium/ Iron/ Magnesium/
Zinc/ Iodine/ Phosphorus/ Copper/
Chromium/ Manganese/ Sulfur/ Sodium/
Potassium/ Selenium/ Germanium/
Molybdenum
8. Noni Fruit is the Best Way
to Replenish Xeronine Stores in the
Body
Dr. Ralph Heinicke, a famous biochemist from the
U.S., discovered that Noni is the most abundant
source of Proxeronine and Proxeronase.
These two substances are combined in the intestine
to form Xeronine, an alkaloid that can activate the
proteins in our body.
Proteins act like catalyst in living cells; without
proteins our body will die, while a lack of proteins
can lead to major health problems.
9. Aging Disease Prevention
Rich in beta-carotene, the Noni fruit has impressive
antioxidant properties.
It also plays an important role in enhancing immune
system and slowing the aging process.
In recent years, some researchers believe that Xeronine
can make cancer cells die like normal cells and replaced
by new healthy cells.
10. Detox and Colon Cleanse
Harmful toxins can accumulate in our bodies over
time due to modern lifestyle, polluted environment
and poor nutritional habits.
Noni fruit is rich in fiber, that can help to remove
toxins from the body along with impacted feces,
and improve the bowel problems.
11. Improvement in Sleep Quality
Noni is a fruit that stimulates the secretion of
melatonin and improves sleep quality in older
adults.
It allows them to get enough rest and wake up
feeling refreshed.
12. NONI juice may help you to take control of your life because
it seems to operate on the very basic and critical cellular
level.
Research indicates that it strengthens immune system,
regulate cell function and regenerate damaged cells.
13. The main micronutrients
Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin B3 Niacin ,
Potassium,
Calcium and Sodium are present in moderate
amounts.
Noni fruit contains a number of phytochemicals,
including
lignans, oligo- and polysaccharides, flavonoids,
iridoids,
fatty acids, scopoletin, catechin, beta-sitosterol,
damnacanthal, and alkaloids.
14. Immune system:
It supports the immune system, which strengthens the
body’s natural ability to fight disease and infection.
Circulatory system, tissues and cells:
It is a superior antioxidant helps your body rid
itself of harmful free radical and may increase your
energy level.
16. Skin and hair:
NONI Juice is good for so many systems of the
body, it gives your hair a healthy shine and lets you skin glow
17. Sinus & Nasal Problems
Nasal inflammation and sinus congestion can cause a more serious
effect known as venous congestion, which is interfering with the
return path of blood to the heart after it has been pumped out.
18. Anti-inflammatory
–Noni helps reduce pain due to
inflammation and swelling.
-Steroids and non- steriod
inflammatory drugs like aspirin,
cortisone and ibuprofen are anti-
inflammatory substances frequently
used to relieve the pain of arthritic
joints.
- Noni juice is anti-inflammatory
19. -This is beneficial because oxidation is thought to
cause damage to cells.
-They bind themselves to free radicals
- that otherwise would cause damage to cells.
-Natural antioxidants in the body decrease
- with age, leading to age-related disease.
- Noni juice is an antioxidant.
20. -Removes excess fat deposits
-Detox and colon cleanse
-Eases constipation
it is rich in carotenoids and plant fibers,
that will help you to detox your body as
well as to lose weight.
21. Noni has been claimed to help with breast cancer,
cancer, immune system diseases, joint
and arthritis disease, blood pressure
regulation, controlling cholesterol and
many other good benefits.
22. -use of Noni as food,
-use of Noni as a calming and relaxing agent,
-blood pressure control,
-inhibition of COX-2 enzymes,
-use for lowering cholesterol levels, effects of
use by smokers on heart and cholesterol, effects
on athlete endurance and performance
23. Noni fruit has been traditionally
used as a medicinal food for
improving or treat:
Pain, inflammation, burn,
constipation, food poisoning, fever,
infection, menstrual pain, aging,
breathing problems, arthritis,
diabetes, cancers, high blood
pressure, indigestion and many
other health conditions.
