Hayder A. Hammoodi*
Pharmaceutical Chemistry Department, College of Pharmacy, Al-Ayen University, Iraq
*Corresponding author
Received: Sept, 2021 / Revised: Oct, 2021/ Accepted: Oct, 2021
Abstract
Moringa is commonly used in Indian folk medicine and is often called the “miracle plant” because it is able to prevent and treat many diseases. Despite its strange name, Moringa is one of the most beneficial plants for the health of the whole family. Moringa is grown in tropical and subtropical regions such as the Himalayas in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan. The lack or absence of side effects of this plant, we had to motivate people to use it because it is absolutely safe, as well as the ease of obtaining it. The benefit is found in all parts of the plant, from roots, stems and leaves.
Keywords Indian folk medicine, Miracle plant, Himalayas, Diseases
How to cite this article
Hammoodi, H.A. (2021). Moringa and its importance in human life. Science Archives, Vol. 2 (4), 272-276. http://dx.doi.org/10.47587/SA.2021.2401
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