Scientific name of Noni is 'Morinda citrifolia'.Noni is a fruit from a sacred tree Morinda citrifolia
which grows as big as 20 feet with large evergreen leaves and small white flowers, which develop into
a small bumpy fruit. The fruit is called by different names like hog apple, cheese fruit, lade, pain killer
tree and Indian Mulberry.(In Hindi: Ach)
Benefits of Noni Drop
Analgesic
Noni has the nicknames of “The Tree For Headaches” or “The Painkiller Tree”. Studies have shown that noni
reduces pain and effectives for Arthritic and other joint pains.
Immune system booster
Noni activates macrophages and strengthens the immune system, which then produces more lymphocytes.
It also contains antibacterial agents that fight infectious bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus
and Escherichia coli.
Antidepressant & sedative
Noni stimulates seratonin and melatonin, two very important hormones. Seratonin affects mood, emotions,
and sleep; imbalance in levels of serotonin may contribute to depression. Melatonin regulates the Circadian
rhythm, which helps you sleep; keeping this regular will help you get a good night’s rest, also improving
your mood.
Skincare & Hair
Noni’s properties are useful on skin and scalp conditions, such as eczema and ringworm; also rubbed on
scalp for lustrous hair; and will keep your skin young. Just rub some juice on affected skin/scalp,
leave on for 15 minutes, rinse off. Ingestion of juice may help your nails to grow stronger.
Anti-tumor & anti-cancer
Noni stimulates the production of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide is an extremely useful substance,
one that is at the base of many of noni’s benefits. In this case, it reduces tumor growth and helps your
body fight against the cancerous replication of cells. It also contains an immunomodulatory polysaccharide
rich substance known as noni-ppt that further fights cancer.Phytochemicals are found in vegetables and herbs,
if eaten regularly will build up preventive amounts.
Hypertension
Noni is high in phytonutrients, selenium, and vitamin C, which fights free radical damage on blood vessel
walls; scopoletin, a compound that may lower blood pressure; it is alkaline, which keeps bodily fluids from
becoming too acidic, therefore hurting free radicals. It also has proxeronine, which is needed for the body
to produce xeronine. Xeronine helps coordinate the cells to work harmonious, lowering stress and in turn,
blood pressure. Also has the amino acid, tryptophan. When tryptophan enters the blood stream and goes to
cells, it helps produce other substances that are important, such as even more seratonin, which is great for
lowering blood pressure by way of its relaxing effect.
Cholesterol
Noni prevents the absorption of LDL cholesterol, thus reducing plaque in arteries, keeping you healthy
and alive longer.
Memory
Noni, as mentioned before, prevents absorption of cholesterol by way of its large amount of phytosterols.
This directly helps your brain stay healthier, and plaque does not build up in arteries feeding the brain,
keeping it properly oxygenated.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome & constipation
Noni is high in soluble fiber, which helps ease the strain on your intestines and softens stool. Also has
necessary vitamins and minerals to keep your intestines healthy.
Antibacterial,antifungal & antiviral
Noni has properties to fight infections.It contains anthraquinones,scopoletin,
and terpenes, among others all work together to fight diseases.
Special Precautions & Warnings
Pregnancy & breast-feeding
Do not take Noni if you are pregnant. It is also best to avoid Noni if you are breast-feeding.
Not enough is known about the safety of taking noni during breast-feeding.
Kidney problems
Noni contains large amounts of potassium. This can be a problem, especially for people with kidney
disease. It is not recommended to use noni if you have kidney problems.