Moringa oleifera: Understanding the nutritional values and health benefits
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-15-2020
Abstract
Moringa oleifera (MO) is a nutrient dense cruciferous vegetable which belongs to the family Moringaceae. The plant which is native of northern part of India and Pakistan has been extensively studied for its nutritional & medicinal value. In this chapter, the properties of MO, its nutritional value, phytochemicals, along with the medicinal values will be reviewed. Studies have shown that MO exhibits anti-cancer, antidiabetic, and anti-inflammatory characteristics. These characteristics and the possible bioactive contents responsible for the properties will be reviewed.
Publication Title
Moringa oleifera: Properties, Applications and Health Effects
First Page Number
289
Last Page Number
300
Recommended Citation
Olayanju, Julia, "Moringa oleifera: Understanding the nutritional values and health benefits" (2020). Kean Publications. 1126.
https://digitalcommons.kean.edu/keanpublications/1126