CULTIVATION OF NONI

We have read enough blog regarding the medicinal benefits and strong antioxidant properties of Morinda citrifolia –Noni. But another aspect of the story is equally interesting that is its cultivation. Morinda citrifolia is a small, evergreen self-pollinating plant that belongs to Rubiaceae family or the coffee family. Though this plant is a native of Southeast Asia and Australasia but now it is cultivated throughout the tropical belt.

Volcanic soil is the best soil for production of noni. The rich, fertile lava soil is the treasure house of micro-nutrients such as zinc, copper, silicon and holds the right amount of moisture ideal for the growth of the plant. In addition the dense weight of the soil prevents it from erosion.

Noni tree can be propagated through various methods such as seeds, cutting from stem and tissue culture. Special precautions have to be adopted while selecting seed as the method of propagation since seeds takes longer duration for germination (seed dormancy). A proper seed treatment and heat is required for uniform germination of seed. The noni seedlings can be transplanted from 6 months onwards in an intercropping land. The tree is capable of yielding up to 40-50 yrs. It begins to give its commercial production from third year onwards.

For commercial production a good quality planting material and technology is required. Here tissue culture plants are on advantageous position. These plants are disease free and selected from elite mother group.

Noni plants are affected by various diseases such as root ring, southern blight, algal parasites and some more the cause of which are still unknown. These diseases belong to the minor categories and are relatively un important.

Noni Has Just The Right Fibres For You

Ever since the role of dietary fibres in enhancing overall health has come into the limelight, more are more people are exceptionally getting interested towards it. Dietary fibres are also known as roughage and usually consist of parts of plant that cannot be digested by the body. There are two types of fibres namely soluble and insoluble. Soluble fibres are present in fruits, vegetables, legumes and they easily get dissolved in water to form a sticky and gummy substance. It generally slows down the digestion of food. On the other hand in soluble fibres are present in the wheat and other whole grains and vegetables. It plays an important role in adding bulk to the food. Whatever the type of fibre may be both of these types have many health benefits. Many studies have also shown that consumption of adequate fibres (soluble and insoluble) can prevent and reduce the risk of various problems such as 

• Diabetes

• Skin eruptions

• Constipation 

• Hemorrhoids and piles

• Colon cancer

  And promote maintaining 

• Proper weight

• Cleanse the blood

• Healthy cardiovascular system 

• Healthy intestinal flora. 

• Lowering blood sugar

• Managing diarrhoea

The modern diet usually lacks this important component and hence it should be supplemented. Our busy schedule refrain us from choosing the proper diet.

Salveo Andaman Noni provides just the right amount of fibre required by the body along with other promising neutraceuticals.

The Cheese Fruit-Noni

As it is said, “don’t judge a book by its cover” similarly we should not pre judge the worth of anything just its appearance. Noni the fruit of Morinda citrifolia although also known as cheese fruit but actually smells like rotten cheese that sweeps through the skin of the ripen fruit.

 Noni fruit is green and bumpy in its texture and on ripening it becomes yellowish white translucent fleshy fruit with numerous brown seeds. Noni grows in tropical climate of Pacific islands, Southeast Asia, Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Australia but the soil quality plays an important role that makes the fruit different in taste and texture. The fruits found in the islands are superior fruit due to the quality of soil .The volcanic soil is mineral -rich soil, devoid of any constant agriculture and spraying. The rainfall is also just ideal for the fruit.

Despite the strong unpleasant smell of the fruit, it is nevertheless admired widely for its therapeutic benefits. Noni is not only famous in island culture but used as an effective healing agent in the conventional medicinal world.

Noni is a safe and effective dietary supplement that works miraculously in alleviating various health conditions. It improves the overall health and boosts energy, relieves pain, strengthens the immune system and prevents the commencement of any disease.

Besides various vitamins, amino acids, fatty acids, fibres, sugars and trace elements, noni possesses proxeronine, nitric oxide, scopoletin and damnacanthal .The exact mechanism by which noni acts is not very clear but according to Dr. Heinicke , pioneer researcher in promoting noni’s health promoting benefits discovered the ‘xeronine system’ to play a pivotal role in maintain good health.

Remarkable Benefits Of Noni

Noni the fruit of a small evergreen tree is mostly found in the Pacific islands and Southeast Asia.It has been widely used as the folklore medicine since ages. But the scientific studies have proven it to be useful in alleviating a number of health disorders such as diabetes, arthritis, mental depression, strain hypertension, pain in cancer, wounds.

The active ingredients present in noni that play a pivotal role are xeronine, scopoletin, damnacanthal, vitamin A, vitamin C and minerals such as magnesium, potassium, iron, amino acids, alizarin, ursolic acids. In addition, around fifty-one volatile components have been isolated from noni. These act synergistically and accounts for the healing potential of noni.

Worldwide scientific research has been carried out to establish the various positive effects of noni. If we consider just few of them, it is self-explanatory and enough to indicate the promising role played by it and the immense potential it has to bring about a revolution in the therapeutic world.

The analgesics and anti-inflammatory effect of noni was demonstrated using swiss albino mice and various in-vivo  models such as acetic acid induced writhing test, radiant heat model, tail immersion model and formalin induced pain model .These studies gave remarkable results.

In another experiment to demonstrate the anticancer activity of noni, EAC induced solid tumors as well as liquid tumors were considered. The staining of with the trypan blue revealed the cytotoxic action of noni. One of the drawbacks of chemotherapy is anemia. However it has been studied that administration of freeze dried noni restores the RBCs and WBCs levels and gets them to normal count.

The antispasmodic activity of noni was demonstrated in an experiment wherein the extracts on Noni roots caused the inhibition of spontaneous contraction in the isolated rabbit jejunum preparations.

All these data along with the pharmacological activity prove the safety and efficacy of noni as a dietary supplement that is no longer a secret but a well-researched fact.

* The information on this page is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. Pl don't use this info to diagnose or treat health problems without consulting doctor.

Miraculous Noni

Noni is an incredible gift from nature to human. Besides 150 phytochemicals; it contains many essential vitamins, minerals and amino acids that are required for healthy living .The proof of benefits of noni is not only found in the historical data but also in numerous research papers and references. People around the world have benefited from noni in various indications such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, chronic pain, asthma, arthritis and the list goes on...

Thus it has emerged as one of the most promising natural healing agent. And the health benefits of Noni come from the synergistic effect of the various nutrients present in it. Noni promotes immunity and energy level and prevents the onset of the disease.

According to the survey conducted by Dr. Neil Solomon, 74 out of 93 people suffering from one or other indication have been benefited from noni. One interesting fact about noni is that it can be used safely together with all other medications, since there are no negative reactions. It allows the medicines to work more effectively. Another study led by Mian-Ying Wang substantiates that 86% of patients taking noni or various health problems have been benefited to a large extent.

Dr. Ralph Heinicke, the pioneer in noni research has demonstrated the “xeronine” system to play a pivotal role in maintaining good health. It works as an inseparable unit with golgi apparatus and restores and replenishes the damages and sick cells.

The best thing about noni that has been vouched by everyone is its potency, fast action and safety.