Potential Health Benefits and Bioactive Components of Moringa oleifera: A review

Moringa oleifera belongs to the Moringaceae family, which consists of 13 species. Moringa is associated with a decreased risk of coronary heart disease with a higher dietary intake of monounsaturated fatty acid (primarily oleic acid). People all over the world use this multipurpose herb both as food as well as for medicinal purposes. Researchers have described it as a plant with various health benefits, including nutritional and medicinal benefits. The important factors responsible for the medicinal use of M. oleifera are attributed to its wide range of vital antioxidants, antibiotics, vitamins, and minerals.