*Bidisha Das and Kazi Layla Khaled

Author(s): DRUMSTICK (Moringa oleifera)- A NATURAL GIFT (AN EXTENSIVE REVIEW)

Abstract: Plants are able to cure different diseases from past time and are used in indigenous medicines. Among such trees one is Moringa oleifera, which provides us different health benefits. It is widely used in spices and cosmetic oils. Each part of this tree possesses significant amount of essential nutrients such as proteins, minerals, vitamins, some health promoting compounds such as zeatin, quercetin, β - sitosterol, caffeoylquinic acid and kaempferol. It has water purifying ability. The leaves, roots, seeds, barks, fruits, flowers and immature pods assist the functions of heart, also lowers blood cholesterol, protects us from Cardiovascular diseases. It reduces the risk of inflammation. Being a cheap source it is used in the treatment of different ailments. It can be cultivated easily and provides immense opportunities to be used as a viable medicinal and nutritional supplement. Its use is found in developing countries.

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