Moringa oleifera: Nutritional Supplementation, Phyto-Pharmaceutical Frontiers and Navigating Musculoskeletal Health: A Review

Moringa oleifera (MOL), a significant arboreal species, has long held a revered position in traditional ethno medicine due to its distinguished medicinal properties. This plant has been extensively studied for its therapeutic benefits, demonstrating effectiveness in pain relief, inflammation, fever management, cancer prevention, antioxidant activity, cognitive support, liver and stomach protection, obesity, asthma, diabetes and prevention of urinary stone formation. This comprehensive review, amalgamating scientific inquiry and meticulous documentation, constitutes an exhaustive compendium of MOL's phytochemical composition, pharmacological activities and its traditional and modern therapeutic applications. Extracts from Moringa leaves show promise in muscle recovery and exhibit antioxidant, anticancer, anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties, primarily owing to their high flavonoid and isoquercetin content, suggesting potential in addressing musculoskeletal disorders. Recognized for managing various disorders, including musculoskeletal issues, MOL's neurotropic and neuroprotective effects support neuronal growth and survival. By elucidating its phytochemical constituents, mechanisms of action, historical and contemporary utilization, this review aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of MOL's potential across health and medicine. It serves as a definitive resource for scholars, researchers and medical practitioners, offering insights into the plant's bioactive compounds and their therapeutic implications, fostering a nuanced approach to leveraging MOL's therapeutic potential in modern healthcare.