Let's plant a tree in India and Africa
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THE PLANTING
The benefits for the environment
The benefits of planting are many, here are just a few:
In urban areas, planting trees can reduce air temperatures by 2-8°C
Large trees filter pollutants and fine particulate matter
Mature trees regulate the flow of water and improve its quality
A single tree can absorb up to 150 kg of CO2 per year and sequester carbon from the atmosphere, thus helping to mitigate climate change.
Trees provide habitat, food and protection for plants and animals, thus enriching biodiversity.
Trees can provide food in the form of fruit, nuts and leaves
THE PLANTING
Benefits for people
The many environmental benefits of tree planting are closely linked to the nutritional benefits for people.
Here are some related to planting moringa trees :
First of all, they provide food security, because it is possible to eat not only the leaves, but also cook the immature pods, which are rich in fiber, magnesium, manganese and potassium.
You can consume the seeds by roasting or boiling them. The latter contain a very high concentration of vitamin C, B vitamins and mineral salts.
Furthermore, the roots are also excellent for food purposes.