Moringa and Turmeric Fighter’s Herbal Tea

A Research Study presented to Mr. Alfredo T. Domingo in

Digos Central Adventist Academy, Inc. of Digos City

In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Subject

Science 11 (SIP)

By
Queen Heart M. Baddiri
Jassen Marie R. Gacho
11-Queen Jehoaida

January 2020

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  Acknowledgement

The researchers acknowledge the person who give importance for this investigation and

also a person whose valuable experience and for those people who help to make this

investigatory project together.

First of all the researcher give thanks for our JESUS CHRIST SON OF GOD, for those

wisdom and knowledge that He gave to make this project perfectly, by the God’s purpose by

the strength and blessings to be part of this project and by proving that all things are possible

by His name and also for His generous personality. PRAISE THE LORD that the researcher

receive it all from Him;

And for the researcher PARENTS who totally support in some activities of the school also

for this kind of experimentation and who has been there along his journey also giving

encouragement and inspiration.

And for the TEACHER of researcher who always understand, also giving inspiration and

giving strength, happiness at the back of stressful projects.

To his loving FRIENDS who cheer up along the journey and also proposing hope when the

things seemed to be impossible.

-THE RESEARCHERS

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  Dedication

This research is dedicated to the people who love tea. There are so many people who

love to drink tea’s but this time with some healthy ingredients. Instead of drinking your normal

everyday tea you can try drinking this herbal tea with so many benefits for our well-being, and

also by drinking this herbal tea you can save money instead of buying expensive medicine.

This research is dedicated to all the people who are looking for a cheaper/affordable herbal tea

and/or medicine.

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  Table of Contents

Title Page……………………………………………………………………….i

Acknowledgement………………………………………….…………………..ii

Dedication………………………………………….………………..………….iii

Table of Contents………………………………………………………………iv

Abstract…………………………………………………………………………v

Chapter I

Introduction……………………………………………………………………..1

Statement of the Problem……………………………………………………….2

Significance of the study

Scope and the Limitations

Definition of Terms………………………………………………………………3

Chapter II

Review of Related Literature…………………………………………………….4-13

Chapter III

Methodology……………………………………………………………………….14-22

Chapter IV

Results and Discussion……………………………………………………………27

Summary

Conclusion……………………………………………………………….27-28

Recommendation…………………………………………………………………28

References…………………………………………………………………………29

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  Abstract

Nowadays, attention is being focused on the investigation of the efficacy of plant in the

traditional medicine because they are cheap and have little side effects. Synthetic preservatives,

which have been used in foods for decades. As a good alternative, spices and herbs replace

synthetic preservatives as natural, effective, and non-toxic compounds. Spices and herbs have

been used as food additives since ancient times, as flavoring agents and natural food

preservatives. A number of spices show antimicrobial activity against different types of

microorganisms. The consumption of herbal medicines is increasing steadily throughout the world

as an alternative treatment for alleviating a number of health problems including heart diseases,

diabetes, high blood pressure, and even certain types of cancer. However, unlike drugs, herbal

products are not regulated for purity and potency. Herbal drugs are considered as food integrators

and readily available in the market without prescription.

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  Introduction

Tea drinkers all over the world are being experimental when it comes to flavors and aroma

of their favorite tea drinks. The classic honey blend is no longer the only variant available for

tea drinkers since the introduction and infusion of fruits, flowers, vegetables, and spices in tea

and herbal drinks like turmeric and Moringa. There are quite a number of Moringa and

Turmeric benefits for tea drinkers seeming that more people are eager to try and continuously

drinking this new healthy tea. Separate or combined, turmeric and Moringa on its own have

beneficial effects on humans whether these are used for cooking or drinking. Combining 2

elements always result to an extra boost and more powerful effect. The absorption of the body

will be a determining factor of an effective herbal tea that offers numerous benefits to one’s

health and over all being. Just imagine how powerful a drink tea would be when all these

powerful ingredients are taken in one cup. No caffeine but purely the goodness and wellness

of your body and mind with the Moringa and Turmeric benefits in every sip of your cup of tea.

Enjoy the goodness of this soothing and spicy tea hot or cold each morning of every day.

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  Statement of the problem

This product, Fighter’s Herbal Tea, aims to determine if moringa and turmeric

combined together can be a good herbal tea. Some questions may follow as:

1. What are the benefits of Moringa and Turmeric Fighter’s Herbal Tea?

2. Why Moringa and Turmeric is good for you/us?

3. How do you make Moringa and Turmeric Fighter’s Herbal Tea?

 Significance of the study

The Significance Of The Study Is That the Moringa & Turmeric can be made into a

Herbal Tea and that it is cheaper than most medicines and also the Moringa & Turmeric

comes from the natural environment and can be planted and/or find it in your neighbors

garden.

 Scope and limitation of the study

This study focuses only to the efficiency of the Moringa and Turmeric as Herbal Tea. In this

manner, it is less expensive and affordable compare to others. This also focuses the availability

of the product to the people. Some people living in rich industrialised societies, however, have

the luxury of being able to choose herbal treatment from a palette of healthcare options which

include orthodox modern medicine. The study covered the sensory attributes and general

acceptability of the prepared herbal tea from Moringa and Turmeric. The only part of the

Moringa that was studied was its Leaves and Turmeric.

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 Definition of terms

● TURMERIC- Luyang Dilaw

● INFLAMMATION- Inflammation is a process by which the body's white blood cells

and substances they produce protect us from infection with foreign organisms, such as

bacteria and viruses. However, in some diseases, like arthritis, the body's defense

system -- the immune system -- triggers an inflammatory response when there are no

foreign invaders to fight off. In these diseases, called autoimmune diseases, the body's

normally protective immune system causes damage to its own tissues. The body

responds as if normal tissues are infected or somehow abnormal.

● MORINGA- Malunggay

● HERBAL TEA- Herbal tea is an infusion or blend of various leaves, fruits, bark, roots,

or flowers belonging to almost any edible, non-tea plant. In Europe and other areas of

the world, herbal teas are commonly known as tisanes.

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 Review of Related Literature (RRL)

 According to Fuglie LJ (1999) The Miracle Tree: Moringa oleifera: Natural Nutrition for

the Tropics has reported that Malunggay or Moringa Oleifera is widely believed to have

an aphrodisiac action that enhances the sexual activity. Malunggay or moringa oleifera

young leaves is also widely used to increase the flow of milk for lactating mothers.

 According to Anhwange et al. in many parts of the Africa use Moringa oleifera as a

food. For example, dried Moringa leaves and fresh Moringa are involved in meals in

countries such as Ethiopia, Nigeria, Malawi East Africa and Ghana used as food

 According to Dr. Majambu Mbikay, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Canada,

studies have demonstrated that administering moringa helps in managing blood

glucose levels, urine sugar, and urine proteins in test subjects with diabetes. Intake of

its extract has shown a remarkable improvement in the hemoglobin levels and total

protein content of the subjects. Supports that its leaves may be useful in treating

chronic hyperglycemia and dyslipidemia (high blood lipid levels).

 According to Villafuerte and Villafurte-Abonal research reports, Moringa contains full

of vitamins and nutrients and therefore it is good to have as food for human

consumption and as food for animal’s consumption. Also it was reported that

seeds Moringa contain about between 30-40% oil, 82% unsaturated fatty acids and

13% saturate fats.

 According to: Fuglie LJ (2000) New Uses of Moringa Studied in Nicaragua. ECHO

Development Notes #68, June, 2000. Malunggay or Moringa has been shown in

studies to have an anti-tumor capacity. Moringa contains benzyl isothiocyanate. There

are many studies that have shown this chemical and compounds derived thereof to

have anti-cancer and chemoprotective capabilities. This chemoprotective aspect is

critical for those who are battling cancer; this helps strengthen cells so that they can

tolerate chemotherapy. Malunggay is also considered in the treatment of prostate

cancer and skin cancer

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 According to Charles & Geogr (1992) conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-

controlled study of 6-month trial of curcumin oral intake in 89 patients as maintenance

therapy in ulcerative Colitis in Philadelphia at St.George medical hospital.It showed

differences in relapse rate compared with placebo. The dose of curcumin used was 1g

twice daily, and was taken in combination with standard maintenance therapy of

mesalamine or sulfasalazine. Improvement in ulcerative colitis has been recorded and

its attributed to the anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant effects of curcumin for both

groups those who are participated in the study and shows statistically significance with

curcumin for ulcerative colitis. Author suggest a role for turmeric in the treatment of

other digestive disorders also (eg) duodenal or gastric ulcers.

 According to Ronald & Rekha,(1992) researchers at the medical and cancer research

and treatment centre, Nagercoil underwent an ayurvedic randomized herb study with

turmeric.Turmeric was used as a paste for scabies in 814 people. In 97%of cases cure

was obtained with in 3-15 days of treatment the effectiveness can be obtained

significantly (p>0.01). These results indicate the turmeric offer a very cheap, easily

available, effective and acceptable mode of treatment for the villages in the developing

countries. However further research is needed.

 According to Lal et al,(1999) conducted a study with 32 patients with chronic eye

inflammation (anterior chamber uveitis) using clinical random trial, 375-mg dose of

curcumin three times per day for three months was given. Results showed the

improvement rate comparable to the effects (p>0.01) seen with a similar cortisone dose

for 26 patients and the eye power increases and pain reduces for an extend with

curcumin and the results are recorded.

 According to Lourerico, Gerad & Revel,(1999) conducted a study to assess the

effectiveness of turmeric oil application over the joints and painful site for arthritis

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 patients for 3 weeks as the interval of twice daily. The samples was selected randomly

from geriatric care centre in Pune. The severity of pain was assessed using numeric pain

scale for the 96 samples in the study group. The results shows highly improvements for

97% and the associative significance at the rate of (p=0.01).

 According to Mowrey & Oluwatosin,(1999) relates the results of one scientific research

study in Metabolic care centre,Mumbai with a suspension of turmeric tablets to increase

the bile production for 369 patients with liver disease. Using questionnaires the data’s

on symptoms can be obtained . After 8 weeks of intervention the bile production

increases to 49 to 79% and shows highly significance at 0.05 level, turmeric was acts

even a very good chologogue which induces bile production as compared to baseline

levels.

 According to Frawley, David & Vasant Lad,(2001) conducted a pilot study that

investigates the use of standardized turmeric root powder at the dose of 3600mg/day in

207 patients with irritable bowel syndrome for the 61 samples who participated in the

study (experimental and control group). The data can be obtained through structured

questionnaires, after 12 weeks of treatment, improvement in quality of life score was

reported by 72% of samples of experimental group. The samples feel more comfortable

and there was no adverse reactions or toxic effects noticed.

 A study was conducted in 1992 shows that turmeric may assist in lowering cholestrol

and prevent atherosclerosis for 30 subjects with high cholestrol and high triglycerides

for 3 month period, with the dose of 250mg twice /day, where the severity reduces the

high cholestrol to 76% and triglycerides to 82% at the significance of (p>0.005).

Turmeric also has the action on preventing platelet buildup along the walls of injured

blood vessels, another common cause of blood clots and artery blockage that can result

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 in heart attacks and strokes. The research group recommends to take high doses of

turmeric in daily diet. Kang et al ,(2001)

 According to Williamson & Elizabeth,(2002) conducted an additional research at the

university of Texas which demonstrated that curcumin can stop the spread of multiple

myeloma, a cancer of the bone marrow.14 patients were chosen as a study sample.They

underwent analysis and treatment of turmeric capsules of 350mg daily twice for a

period of 6 months was given to the patients and the improvement was obtained through

history collection and researchers noted that curcumin inhibited the production of

interleukin -8, a protein produced by white blood cells that contributes to tumor growth,

cancer cells died and the effectiveness was reported by 9 patients. The study had

attracted the heads of International cancer center towards this approach and brings

satisfaction to the research team.

 According to Kalpagam Polasa & T.C.Raghuram,(2003) conducted a clinically

randomized trial for colorectal cancer with turmeric powder to reduce the toxicity and

severity in government hospital, Kerala with the sample of 25 and data collected

through the questionnaires and recommended 8g of curcumin for 4 months, without

treatment related toxicity, it shows the significance and the changes in cytokine levels

noted effectiveness recorded for 18 patients (32% Vs 27%) and notes the active level

functions of the colon tissues was reported after the laboratory investigations.

 According to Peter & Munk,(2003) conducted a clinical trial in Madonna University,

the scientist have shown that curcumin prevents lipid peroxidation and the oxidation of

cellular and subcellular membranes that are associated with atherosclerosis. Curcumin

acts to lower total cholesterol levels. It prevents peroxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol

and the dosage recommends is 1000mg per day for 23 patients .Study shows curcumin

inhibits LDL peroxidation and benefits cardiovascular health. Also researchers reported

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 a high significant 29% increase in HDL among subjects who consumed one-half gram

(500mg) of curcumin per day for seven days. Subjects also experienced a decrease in

total serum cholesterol of more than 11% and a decrease serum lipid peroxides of 33%.

 According to Alonso J,(2004) conducted a comparative clinical study on the effects of

curcumin at dosages of 400mg per day to 1200mg per day to the drug phenylbutazone

for 80 patients in treating post operative inflammation in St.Johns

university,Banglore.It was found that curcumin was as effective as phenylbutazone in

treating post-operative inflammation and arthritis. curcumin prevents the synthesis of

several inflammatory prostaglandins and leukotrienes .curcumin has a similar action to

aspirin except that curcumin does not cause vascular thrombosis the way aspirin does

curcumin anti-inflammatory properties may be attributed to its ability to inhibit pro-

inflammatory arachidonic acid, as well as neutrophil function during inflammatory

states. The curcumin shows significance at 0.01 level of ‘t’ test and functional

assessment scale acts as effective treatment (72%) modality for the same and progresses

towards the processes of healing properties.

 According to Gescher, Mead, Desnottes & Badmaev,(2004) conducted a randomized

clinical trial for reducing vitiligo by evaluating 15 Asian patients with acute vitiligo

who consumed turmeric daily at the dose of 300mg twice for a period of 6 weeks. The

patients grouped in to two groups with routine measures of control and experimentation

with turmeric, where using cross sectional approach. After 6 weeks of treatment the

facial repigmentation was nearly completed in 6 of the 8 patients, where as only minor

to moderate or no response was obtained in the remaining 7 patients, researchers are

very satisfied with the healing power of turmeric. Advance research in science has

discovered that turmeric is having one of the prominent medical benefits for number of

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 people. It is widely coming in to the literature at an increasing pace with its healthy

benefits. Turmeric is used as an antiseptic because of its strong healing power .

 According to Andrew Weil,(2005) conducted a randomized clinical research study

funded by NIH’s National Center for complementary and Alternative Medicine

(NCCAM).It explored the use of turmeric for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, an

autoimmune condition affecting two million Americans.40 patients were started with

the treatment.The usual recommended dose is 400-600mg daily of turmeric tablets or

capsules taken three times daily or as directed on the product label. Author recommends

products labeled as standard curcuminoids, cautioning that it can take up to two months

before results are observed using visual analogue pain scale and for 25 patients joint

pain declined (p>0.05), edema and stiffness reduced and starts their daily activities.

 Methodology

PROCEDURES:

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TURMERIC

 Slice the turmeric.

 Moringa&Turmeric.

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 Mix the turmeric with the moringa.

 Get a small pot and heat it.

 Get 1cup of water.

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 Put the cup of water in the pot.

 Put the mixed turmeric and moringa into the pot when it is already boiled.

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 Put a lid on the small pot.

 If it is now boiled open the lid of the pot, stir it and turn off the gas stove

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 Strain it to get the mixed moringa and turmeric out of the liquid to get herbal tea.

 This is now the moringa and turmeric herbal tea.

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 You can put it in a cup and taste the finished product.

Sugar

 If the taste doesn’t suit your preferences then, you can add a little bit of sugar

until it suits the taste you want.

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 Just like this.

 Stir it.

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 And now it is ready to drink.

 If you don’t like to drink it hot then you can put it in a refrigerator and keep it

there unti it is cold.

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  Result and Discussion

We didn't have much trouble making this herbal tea. We only tried it once and got the right

taste for it. First, we don't put sugar so we know what it tastes like. Then we added less sugar

so we could find out more if it is sweet. Less sugar should be added because too much is not

good for herbal tea. The result was a perfect success because we followed all the procedures

and also because the ingredients were cheap/affordable or should we say you can get it easily

in your garden/backyard and neighbor/s.

 Conclusion

To conclude, some new generation may even think herbal tea is old- School but the

herbal tea is a memory to connect the old and new generation. The family secret of making

herbal tea is full of history. Although each herbal tea shop has different herbal tea making

methods, we convinced that the herbal tea is a memory machine to reflect the past. Nowadays,

when we feel thirsty, we may tend to choose the soft drinks instead of herbal tea, that we forget

that our ancestors have inherited the treasure to us. It is not too much bad but it should keep

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the originality. In a great concern, it attracts the tourists which help to spread the herbal tea

culture to all over the world. To reflect, the Moringa and Turrmeric Fighter’s Herbal Tea seems

do nothing to preserved the herbal tea. To safeguard the treasure, the government should make

vigorous efforts to promote herbal tea. It goes without saying that the success of herbal tea

requires the devotion and cooperation of the public and the government. Herbal tea is worth to

be cultural heritage. Perhaps the herbal tea can nominate as intangible cultural heritage remain

to be seen in future.

 Recommendations

Having a healthier alternative to nutritional drinks and food supplements can make life easier.

More people are switching into drinking herbal tea like Moringa and Turmeric tea for a

collection of benefits. Start your day with a boost or end it with a soothing drink to calm your

nerves after a tiring day. You and your family can start getting these benefits and enjoy the

healing and disease preventive properties in every serving. Imagine getting these powerhouse

nutrients packed in a single bag of tea. You don’t have to fear any adverse reaction from a tea

bag made from only the purest and natural ingredients known to man.

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