The Primacy of Moringa (Moringa oleifera Lam.) in Boosting Nutrition Status and Immunity Defence Amidst the COVID-19 Catastrophe: A Perspective

Moringa pod derived antioxidant dietary fibre as a quality enhancer in goat meat nuggets

“…[23][24][25] Of all the tree's parts, the immature green pods are a substantial source of good quality protein with all the major essential amino acids and are rich in dietary ber, lipids, ash, and non-structural carbohydrates, along with many vitamins and other nutrients. 26,27 In addition to playing a signicant role in combating malnutrition and diarrhoea, 26 the pods have excellent antioxidant capacity, 28 hypotensive potential, 29 and immune-modulatory and antiviral activities (useful during COVID-19) 30 and are reported to have an ameliorative effect on the pathogenesis of inammatory-associated chronic diseases. [31][32][33] Furthermore, the brous pods are useful in treating colon cancer 34 and also have industrial applications due to their pollutant-and pesticide-absorbing properties.…”