NEUTRACEUTICAL PROPERTIES OF MORINGA OLEIFERA: A REVIEW

Kanika Chaudhary and Savita Chaurasia*

ABSTRACT

Moringa oleifera is a multi-purpose herbal plant used as human nourishment and a choice for therapeutic purpose around the world. It has been accepted by researchers as a plant with various medical benefits containing nutritional and therapeutic advantages. Different parts of this plant contain a profile of imperative minerals and are a decent source of vitamin, protein, amino acids, beta-carotene and various phenols. It is best known as fantastic origin of nutrition and ordinary energy booster. Diverse parts of this plant are being consumed for the treatment of different diseases in the indigenous system of medicine. It possesses antipyretic, antitumor, antiulcer, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, cholesterol lowering, antioxidant, anti-hypertensive, antidiabetic and hepatoprotective activities. This plant has board range activities thus; the review focusses on qualities and potential benefits of M. oleifera supplements and its therapeutic value.

Keywords: Moringa oleifera, Advantages, Healthful properties, Restorative uses, Pharmacological properties.