- POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES

- Main Campus, Sta. Mesa, Manila

- College of Arts and Letters
- Department of Philosophy

MALUNGGAY SUGAR COOKIES

A requirement in Science, Technology, and Society

Submitted by:
Alunday, Merlyn
Arambulo, Celine Valerie
Bautista, Margaret Miles
Hilomen, Frances Esthelle
AB PHILOSOPHY 1-1N

Submitted to:
Ms. Ester Dizon

I. PROCEDURE
MALUNGGAY SUGAR COOKIES RECIPE
Ingredients:
● 1 Cup buttermilk
● 1 Cup granulated white sugar
● 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
● 2 eggs
● 2 teaspoons baking powder
● 1/2 teaspoon salt
● 2 cups all-purpose flour
● Chocolate Dip
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 170° C.
2. In the bowl of your mixer buttermilk and sugar until smooth, at least 3 minutes.
3. Beat in extracts and egg.
4. In a separate bowl combine baking powder, salt and malunggay with flour and add a little
at a time to the wet ingredients. The dough will be very stiff. If it becomes too stiff for
your mixer turn out the dough onto a countertop surface. Wet your hands and finish off
kneading the dough by hand.
5. DO NOT CHILL THE DOUGH. Divide into workable batches, roll out onto a floured
surface and cut.
6. Bake at 170° C for 6-8 minutes. Let cool on the cookie sheet until firm enough to transfer
to a cooling rack.

II. HEALTH BENEFITS

1. Health Benefits we can get from Malunggay (Moringa Oleifera):
A. Moringa oleifera Is Very Nutritious Moringa oleifera is a fairly large tree
native to North India. It goes by a variety of names, such as drumstick
tree, horseradish tree or ben oil tree. Almost all parts of the tree are eaten
or used as ingredients in traditional herbal medicines.

B. It is an excellent source of many vitamins and minerals

Protein: 2 grams
 Vitamin B6: 19% of the RDA
Vitamin C: 12% of the RDA
Iron: 11% of the RDA
Riboflavin (B2): 11% of the RDA
Vitamin A (from beta-carotene): 9% of the RDA
Magnesium: 8% of the RDA
C. It is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants are compounds that act against free
radicals in your body. High levels of free radicals may cause oxidative
stress, which is associated with chronic diseases like heart disease and
type 2 diabetes. Several antioxidants are found in Moringa Oleifera
D. It can lower blood sugar levels. High blood sugar can be a serious health
problem. In fact, it’s the main characteristic of diabetes. Over time, high
blood sugar levels raise the risk of many serious health problems,
including heart disease. For this reason, it’s important to keep your blood
sugar within healthy limits.
E. It can lower cholesterol. Having high cholesterol has been linked to an
increased risk of heart disease. Both animal- and human-based studies
have shown that Moringa oleifera may have similar cholesterol-lowering
effects.
F. OTHER NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS
- Moringa oleifera is a plant that is often called the drumstick tree, the
miracle tree, the ben oil tree, or the horseradish tree. Moringa has
been used for centuries due to its medicinal properties and health
benefits. It also has antifungal, antiviral, antidepressant, and anti-
inflammatory properties.
- Moringa is believed to have many benefits and its uses range from
health and beauty to helping prevent and cure diseases. The benefits
of moringa include:
- Protecting and nourishing skin and hair. Moringa seed oil is
beneficial for protecting hair against free radicals and keeps it clean
and healthy. Moringa also contains protein, which means it is
helpful in protecting skin cells from damage. It also contains
hydrating and detoxifying elements, which also boost the skin and
hair. It can be successful in curing skin infections and sores.
- Treating edema. Edema is a painful condition where fluid builds up
in specific tissues in the body. The anti-inflammatory properties of
moringa may be effective in preventing edema from developing.
 - Protecting the liver. Moringa appears to protect the liver against
damage caused by anti-tubercular drugs and can quicken its repair
process.
- Preventing and treating cancer. Moringa extracts contain properties
that might help prevent cancer developing. It also contains
niazimicin, which is a compound that suppresses the development
of cancer cells.
- Treating stomach complaints. Moringa extracts might help treat
some stomach disorders, such as constipation, gastritis, and
ulcerative colitis. The antibiotic and antibacterial properties of
moringa may help inhibit the growth of various pathogens, and its
high vitamin B content helps with digestion.
- Fighting against bacterial diseases. Due to its antibacterial,
antifungal, and antimicrobial properties, moringa extracts might
combat infections caused by Salmonella, Rhizopus, and E. coli.
- Making bones healthier. Moringa also contains calcium and
phosphorous, which help keep bones healthy and strong. Along with
its anti-inflammatory properties moringa extract might help to treat
conditions such as arthritis and may also heal damaged bones.
- Treating mood disorders. Moringa is thought to be helpful in
treating depression, anxiety, and fatigue.

2. Health Benefits from Dark Chocolate

A. Dark Chocolate contais antioxidants.
- Dark chocolate contains several compounds that possess
antioxidant properties, such as flavanols and polyphenols.
Antioxidants neutralize free radicals and prevent oxidative stress.
Oxidative stress refers to the damage that excessive amounts of
free radicals can inflict on cells and tissues in the body.

B. Reduces Heat Disease Risk

- Regularly eating dark chocolate may help reduce a person's
likelihood of developing heart disease. Some of the compounds in
dark chocolate, specifically flavanols, affect two major risk factors
for heart disease: high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

C. Decreases Blood Pressure

 - The flavanols in dark chocolate stimulate nitric oxide production in
the body. Nitric oxide causes blood vessels to dilate, or widen,
which improves blood flow and lowers blood pressure.
D. Contains anti-inflammatory properties
- Inflammation is part of the body's natural immune response to
germs and other harmful substances. However, chronic
inflammation can damage cells and tissues and may increase the
risk of some health conditions, including type 2 diabetes, arthritis,
and certain types of cancer. Dark chocolate contains compounds
with anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce
inflammation in the body.

III. REFERENCES
1. Atli Arnarson, PhD. "Science-Based Health Benefits of Moringa Oleifera",
Healthline. May 4, 2018. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/6-benefits-of-
moringa-oleifera#section1 (accessed on October 17, 2019)
2. Katherine Marengo LDN, RD. "Dark Chocolate: Health Benefits", Medical News
Today. March 19, 2019. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324747.php
(accessed in October 17, 2019)