"Health-Contributing Properties of Moringa oleifera: A Comprehensive Review of Its Mechanisms of Action in Disease Prevention and Management"

Abstract

Moringa oleifera is a plant, which is full of nutrients and known for containing many bioactive components, has achieved a lot of scientific regard because of its many health-contributing properties. Moringa is a nutritional powerhouse that is feasible and rich in essential nutrients like proteins, minerals, and vitamins. Its antioxidant-rich profile, which consists of vitamin C and beta-carotene, provides powerful protection against free radicals and oxidative stress. In addition, its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties increase the likelihood that it can be used to cure infections and cancer. This extensive investigation looks at the bioactive potential, many industries which make use of it, and its utilization as functional food. It also considers the medicinal benefits of the bioactive compounds found in different parts of moringa plants. Research shows that moringa is functional in curing chronic diseases like inflammation, diabetes, and high cholesterol. This review also focuses on the encouraging capability of the addition of moringa to food products to enhance their nutritional value and increase their shelf life. This review offers important information about the bioactive properties of moringa, its mechanism of action within the body, health advantages, and directions for additional investigation.

Keywords: Moringa oleifera, bioactive compounds, nutritional powerhouse, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, functional food, chronic diseases, medicinal properties.