Moringa oleifera Lam.: A comprehensive review on its potential for diabetes management and beyond

Abstract

Diabetes is a metabolic disease characterized by deregulated insulin levels and hyperglycemia. The global healthcare system widely acknowledges the use of medicinal plants as therapeutic agents. One such traditional plant with antidiabetic properties is Moringaoleifera, which has been used for centuries.M.oleifera,due to its important bioactive compounds such asflavonoid, carotenoidandpolyphenols,is used totreatvariousailments,includingdiabetes, cancer, kidney problemsandbacterial and viral infections. This review summarizes the applications of M.oleiferaanditsmechanismsforpreventingdiabetes. Additionally, it explores the influences of M.oleifera in treating diabetes, with a specific focus on its mechanism and effectiveness in reducing insulin levels and managing the conditions. The objectives of this review aretopresentsthe most recent information and elucidate the mechanism by which M.oleiferapreventsdiabetes. Additionally, it provides a thorough analysis of M.oleifera’sapplicationsasanatural treatment and its industrial uses. The reviewhighlightscurrentknowledge gapsandsuggests areas for further research. In conclusion, this study enhancesourunderstanding of the comprehensive applications of M.oleifera,advancing knowledge and help to preventdiabetes-related complications.