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Terms of Use wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. Learn why people trust wikiHow How to Take Moringa Powder Explore this Article methods 1 Swallowing Dry Powder 2 Consuming Moringa Powder in Food and Drinks 3 Finding Uses for Moringa Powder Other Sections Questions & Answers Tips and Warnings Related Articles References Article Summary Co-authored by Tracy Zollinger Dipl. OM, L.Ac., FABORM and Janice Tieperman

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This article was co-authored by Tracy Zollinger Dipl. OM, L.Ac., FABORM and by wikiHow staff writer, Janice Tieperman. Tracy Zollinger (she/her) is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and the Founder of Island Acupuncture in the San Francisco Bay Area. With over 15 years of experience, Tracy specializes in a holistic approach to reproductive health, fertility, and pre and post-natal care. Tracy creates comprehensive treatment plans using acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, and western labs. She holds a Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences and is board certified in integrative reproductive medicine, with a focus on LGBTQIA specific needs. There are 9 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 421,108 times.

Packed with antioxidants, protein, and minerals, moringa powder is a powerhouse herbal supplement. Many people use moringa powder as a nutritional supplement, and believe it has a wide range of health benefits, like increasing breast milk production.[1] To get the most out of moringa powder, swallow the powder directly or mix it into your favorite foods or drinks. Just make sure that you don't cook it, as heat can reduce many of its nutrients.

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Swallowing Dry Powder

  1. Step 1 Ask your doctor if it is safe to take moringa powder. 1 Ask your doctor if it is safe to take moringa powder. Always talk to your doctor before starting a new herbal supplement. It is not currently known if moringa powder interacts negatively with medications. Your doctor can determine if moringa powder is safe for you.[2]
    • Side effects of moringa powder include an upset stomach or diarrhea.
    • Pregnant women should not take moringa powder, as there isn’t enough research on it yet.[3]
    • Never consume any of the plant’s oil. While it can be applied to the skin, the oil can be toxic if you eat it.[4]
  2. Step 2 Measure... 2 Measure 6-10 grams of moringa powder. Too much moringa powder isn’t a great idea, since there’s still limited research on this supplement. A single teaspoon is enough to get the benefits.[5]
    • Although some people can take up to a tablespoon (18 g) of moringa powder a day, it is generally recommended that you start with no more than 1-2 teaspoons (6-12 g) a day.
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  3. Step 3 Place the powder under your tongue. 3 Place the powder under your tongue. This will help it absorb more quickly into your body. Try to avoid breathing in the powder as you do so. Be prepared for a sharp earthy or radish-like taste.
  4. Step 4 Wash the powder down with water. 4 Wash the powder down with water. Take a gulp of water and swallow the powder down with it. Take another sip of water to wash out the last bits of moringa powder in your mouth.
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Consuming Moringa Powder in Food and Drinks

  1. Step 1 Stir a teaspoon... 1 Stir a teaspoon (6 g) of powder into water to make tea. Measure a cup (235 ml) of cold or lukewarm water. Stir the powder into the mug until it mostly dissolves. If you’re using moringa leaves, steep the leaves in hot water first. Then, put a strainer or cheesecloth over a mug and pour the tea into the cloth or strainer to strain the liquid into the cup. Discard any material left in the strainer.[6]
    • If you don't like the taste of moringa powder, add honey and lemon to the tea.
    • While you can make hot tea with moringa powder, the heat will break down many of the antioxidants in it.
  2. Step 2 Blend ½ tbsp (9 g) of powder into your favorite smoothie. 2 Blend ½ tbsp (9 g) of powder into your favorite smoothie. A smoothie can help weaken the sharp radish-like taste of moringa powder. Add moringa powder to any smoothie. Spinach smoothies work especially well with moringa powder's earthy taste.[7]
    • Sprinkle the powder over the ingredients before blending them together. You can also stir it into a prepared or premade smoothie.
  3. Step 3 Sprinkle moringa powder over salad and other raw foods. 3 Sprinkle moringa powder over salad and other raw foods. You can add moringa powder to food, but avoid cooking it. Heat can destroy many of its beneficial nutrients. Add it to raw foods, like salad, hummus, peanut butter, and yogurt.
    • You can also stir it into foods that have already been cooked and cooled, such as oatmeal.
  4. Step 4 Take a capsule containing moringa powder. 4 Take a capsule containing moringa powder. A less messy option is to get moringa powder in the form of a capsule or pill. Buy these at any health food or supplement store. Take the capsules according to the instructions on the side of the bottle.
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Finding Uses for Moringa Powder

  1. Step 1 Eat moringa powder to get a complete protein for a vegetarian diet. 1 Eat moringa powder to get a complete protein for a vegetarian diet. Moringa powder is a great source of protein, as well as other important vitamins and minerals (like calcium, vitamin C, and potassium).[8] This makes it a great choice for vegetarians, who may need additional sources of protein from non-animal sources.
  2. Step 2 Use moringa powder... 2 Use moringa powder to help manage symptoms of diabetes. While it is still being studied, moringa powder may be able to help maintain healthy blood sugar levels in your body. Daily use of moringa powder might also reduce your chances of developing side effects like heart disease.[9]
  3. Step 3 Take moringa powder to reduce inflammation from asthma and arthritis. 3 Take moringa powder to reduce inflammation from asthma and arthritis. Moringa powder may have anti-inflammatory properties. These properties may provide slight relief to conditions like asthma and arthritis. Use moringa powder in combination with other forms of conventional medicine for the most benefits.[10]
    • Keep in mind that the effects of moringa powder on inflammation are still being studied. It is unknown how effective it is as a treatment option.
  4. Step 4 Talk to your doctor before using moringa powder for breastfeeding. 4 Talk to your doctor before using moringa powder for breastfeeding. Moringa powder is often used to increase lactation during breastfeeding.[11] Before you try this, however, talk to your doctor to make sure that moringa powder is safe for you and your baby.
    • Your doctor may advise you to wait 1-2 weeks after delivery before taking moringa powder.
    • It is still uncertain whether moringa powder can increase lactation or not.
  5. Step 5 Stop using moringa powder if you experience gastrointestinal distress. 5 Stop using moringa powder if you experience gastrointestinal distress. Stomachaches, diarrhea, or other stomach issues are a common side effect of moringa powder.[12] Stop taking the powder for a few days until your symptoms clear up. If you decide to take it again, half your dose. Stop taking it completely if symptoms persist.
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  • Question Can I add my moringa powder to soup or coffee? Community Answer Community Answer Unless you are having cold soup or cold coffee, no, you cannot do so or else you will lose the benefits of the antioxidants. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 16 Helpful 47
  • Question I am 70 years old and would like to stop taking my blood pressure and blood thinning medications and take moringa instead. Is it safe to do this after a heart attack and after having a stent? Community Answer Community Answer You need to speak with your doctor about whether it is safe for you to take moringa. While moringa is safe to take with some drugs, you should not do so unless your doctor approves. You also should not discontinue taking any medications without speaking with your doctor. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 20 Helpful 33
  • Question Can I take moringa powder with tea? Community Answer Community Answer You can, but the higher temperatures will denature the good nutrients. You will still get the benefit, just not the maximum if you use hot water. If you want to add moringa to tea, do so after the tea has cooled a bit first. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 7 Helpful 38
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  • There are many different forms of moringa that you can use. Try using moringa seed oil, moringa leaves, or even moringa bark. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
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  2. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/herbal-medicine
  3. https://www.forbes.com/health/nutrition/moringa/
  4. https://www.utep.edu/herbal-safety/herbal-facts/herbal%20facts%20sheet/moringa.html
  5. https://www.forbes.com/health/nutrition/moringa/
  6. https://www.healwithfood.org/recipes/tasty-moringa-tea-for-weight-loss.php
  7. https://hanatropicals.com/content/Moringa%20Ebook-5.pdf
  8. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8373516/
  9. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213453016300362
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  2. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590161322000321
  3. https://www.forbes.com/health/nutrition/moringa/

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Tracy Zollinger Dipl. OM, L.Ac., FABORM Co-authored by: Tracy Zollinger Dipl. OM, L.Ac., FABORM Licensed Herbalist & Acupuncturist This article was co-authored by Tracy Zollinger Dipl. OM, L.Ac., FABORM and by wikiHow staff writer, Janice Tieperman. Tracy Zollinger (she/her) is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and the Founder of Island Acupuncture in the San Francisco Bay Area. With over 15 years of experience, Tracy specializes in a holistic approach to reproductive health, fertility, and pre and post-natal care. Tracy creates comprehensive treatment plans using acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, and western labs. She holds a Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences and is board certified in integrative reproductive medicine, with a focus on LGBTQIA specific needs. This article has been viewed 421,108 times. 26 votes - 95% Co-authors: 5 Updated: January 27, 2026 Views: 421,108 Categories: Featured Articles

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If you’re looking for a nutritional supplement that has a wide range of benefits, from reducing asthma symptoms to increasing breast milk production, then try taking moringa powder directly or mixed into your favorite foods or drinks. Before taking a new herbal supplement, talk to your doctor to make sure moringa powder is safe for you. For instance, if you’re pregnant you shouldn’t take this supplement as it can increase the risk of miscarriage. To take moringa powder, measure 1 teaspoon and place it under your tongue to absorb it into your body quickly. Then, wash it down with some water. You can also mix moringa powder into lukewarm water to make a tea, blend it into your favorite smoothie, or add it to your salad. To learn how to spot the side effects of moringa powder, keep reading! Did this summary help you?YesNo

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    "Have been taking moringa of 5 months now. Since then, I never had chest congestion as I used to."
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