Moringa Oleifera: Phytochemistry, pharmacology

Abstract

The retrospective research on the Moringa Oleifera at the molecular level are reviewed in this study. The family Moringaceae includes roughly thirteen different species of moringa trees. The most well-known species of moringa is Moringa Oleifera Lam are used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of illnesses. Many tropical and subtropical nations support the growth of the Moringa Oleifera Lam. tree. Commercial cultivation occurs in regions including South and Central America, Africa, India, Hawaii, Mexico, and Asia. M. oleifera's seeds, leaves, roots, and flowers are frequently employed in traditional medicine, while the immature pods, leaves, and seed are utilised as food ingredients for human consumption. M. oleifera leaf extracts are essential for animal safety investigations and antioxidant activities. No negative impacts on humans have been reported thus far. Studies utilising powdered M. oleifera leaf preparations have shown anti-dyslipidemic and anti-diabetic effects. Leaf extracts and powders were used on animals to confirm these actions. Alkaloids, flavonoids, polyphenols, phenolic acids, and phenolic acids are the compounds responsible for the effects. This study's objective was to examine M. oleifera as a potential miracle tree and place more emphasis on its applications. Therefore, it is necessary to research the standardised M. oleifera leaf extracts that have a wide variety of applications. Future research would use this study's findings as a backdrop. They also have antitumor, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, antiulcer, antispasmodic, diuretic, antihypertensive, cholesterol-lowering, antioxidant, antidiabetic, hepatoprotective, antibacterial, and antifungal properties.