No. 044Botanical
Moringa oleifera
Leaf
Botanical
Moringa
The drumstick tree, whose leaves are a dense source of micronutrients.
- Botanical name
- Moringa oleifera
- Also known as
- Drumstick, Shigru
- Part used
- Leaf
- Evidence
- Laboratory evidence Evidence level 2 of 5
- Body systems
- Vitality and immunity
In tradition
Shigru is used in Ayurveda for swelling and digestion, and its leaves are a staple food in South India.
In research
Moringa leaves supply vitamins, minerals and polyphenols such as quercetin.
Strength of evidence
Laboratory evidence Evidence level 2 of 5Studied in cells or animals. Effects in people are not established. How we grade evidence.
Where you will find it
Products that contain it
Ingredient pages summarise traditional use and the direction of published research for education. They are not claims about any product and are not medical advice.
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