An Overview of the Health Benefits of Drumstick Pods

Authors

  • Labdhi Shah Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
  • Nishita Baxi Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
  • Arpi Shah Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
  • Trilok Kumar Akhani Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Parul Institute of Applied Science, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21276/apjhs.2022.9.3.03

Keywords:

Antidiabetic, Drumstick pods, Healthy, Moringa, Nutrition

Abstract

The “Moringa” (MO) (drumstick) is native to India and grows in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Due to its high nutritional value, each part of the tree is suitable for nutritional or commercial use. The seed of Moringa oleifera is a natural coagulant, widely used in water treatment. The scientific results of this research provide information on the use of M. oleifera as a treatment for diabetes and cancer and the strengthening of M. oleifera pods, leaves, and flowers in commercial products. This review explores the interdisciplinary medicinal value of MO and discusses the cultivation, nutrition, and commercial and exceptional pharmacological properties of this “miracle tree”. MO is nature’s first aid kit, widely used in the Indian Ayurvedic medical system, as a nutrient, natural energy stimulant and to increase defense against disease. It is a multi-purpose vegetable sources of trees, spices, cooking oils, and cosmetic oils and as medicinal plants.

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Published

2022-04-16

How to Cite

Labdhi Shah, Nishita Baxi, Arpi Shah, & Trilok Kumar Akhani. (2022). An Overview of the Health Benefits of Drumstick Pods. Asian Pacific Journal of Health Sciences, 9(3), 10–14. https://doi.org/10.21276/apjhs.2022.9.3.03

Issue

Vol. 9 No. 3 (2022): Vol 9 | Issue 3 | July - September 2022

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