A comprehensive review of the phytochemicals, health benefits, pharmacological safety and medicinal prospects of Moringaoleifera

Abstract

Moringa oleifera has emerged as a subject of increasing interest, drawing attention for its diverse phytochemical composition and potential health benefits. This review delves into Moringa oleifera's phytochemical constituents, including but not limited to flavonoids, alkaloids, and carotenoids. Expanding beyond its chemical intricacies, the spectrum of health advantages attributed to it are explored, encompassing its remarkable anticancer, antioxidant, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and cardioprotective effect. Throughout this review, the underlying physiological mechanisms attributed to these properties by its phytochemicals are explored. Concurrently, the review addresses its pharmacological safety, ensuring a nuanced understanding of its applications in medicinal industries. In summary, this literature review presents a comprehensive exploration of Moringa oleifera, focusing on its phytochemical composition, health benefits, physiological mechanisms, pharmacological safety and nutritional importance.

Keywords: COVID-19; Health benefits; Moringa oleifera; Pharmacological potential; Phytochemicals.

Fig. 1

A simple and brief depiction of Pathways 1–4.

Fig. 2

The probable actions through which MO leaves help establish normoglycaemia adapted from Refs. [17,25].

Fig. 3

The properties morinigin exerts in combating PD adatped from Ref. [31].