Mild flavor, great potential health benefits
I didn't know much about the potential benefit of noni fruit powder so I did some research.  I found out that noni powder is "loaded with antioxidants, polysaccharides, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals." It is supposed to give you an immunity-boost. Who couldn't benefit from that?  I added 1 tsp into my smoothie.  The noni fruit powder had a mild flavor and blended well.  I didn't notice any immediate, noticeable changes but if the information I researched is correct, it is beneficial in ways that may not be immediately apparent.  I am going to continue using it for the potential health benefits.  I have included the other information I found during my research below:<br /><br />"Origins of Noni Powder<br />Noni is the Hawaiian name for the Morinda citrifolia plant, an evergreen shrub that probably originated in Southeast Asia and has spread throughout Oceania. It is believed that noni was a "canoe plant," so highly prized by Polynesian peoples that they brought it with them as they migrated in their canoes to new islands. As the white noni berry is pungent and bitter, it was only eaten during times of famine. However, Polynesians used the noni berry widely as a dye and to treat wounds, inflammations, infections and other ailments.<br /><br />Health Benefits of Noni Powder<br />Noni is sometimes known as a superfood because of all its phytochemicals: antioxidants, polysaccharides, flavonoids, fatty acids, and catechins. It contains 17 different amino acids, as well as a significant amount of other nutrients.<br /><br />1) Antioxidant Powerhouse: Organic noni powder is packed with protective antioxidants, flavonoids, and catechins. These compounds protect cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals, which helps reduce the risk for premature aging and chronic conditions like heart disease.<br /><br />2) Immunity-Boosting: Noni is a rich source of polysaccharides which support the body's natural defense system against illness and infection. A study at the University of Hawaii demonstrated that the polysaccharide content of noni juice improves the function of white blood cells in the immune system, which protect the body against diseases. A separate study at the university found that specific polysaccharides, known as noni-ppt, inhibited tumor growth and improved the life span of tumor-bearing mice.<br /><br />3) Essential Nutrients: Organic noni powder is an excellent source of essential fatty acids and all 9 essential amino acids that our bodies do not produce naturally and must be obtained through diet. Essential fatty acids keep our cells functioning normally and essential amino acids are required to help our bodies make proteins. Additionally, noni powder is an excellent source of vitamin C, dietary fiber, iron, and potassium."<br /><br />Hope this is helpful information to others!
Rating: 5 stars