Moringa oleifera: A Natural Ally in Breast Cancer Management!

Pharmacy

Abstract Breast cancer is the most frequent and fatal malignancies globally demanding the development of novel treatment and preventative measures. Moringa oleifera is well recognized as the "miracle tree" or “ drumstick tree’’ or “superfood” the plant is high in bioactive elements such flavonoids, vitamins, and polyphenols, has garnered popularity for its powerful anticancer capabilities. Breast cancer remains amongst most prevalent cancers affecting women globally. Despite of having advances in treatment, there is growing interest in alternative therapies using natural products. Moringa oleifera is known for its rich phytochemical content and diverse medicinal properties. This review explores the potential anti-cancer activity of MO leaves, focusing its depth in breast cancer treatment. Moringa leaves are a richest source of biologically active compounds such as flavonoids, phenolics, and glucosinolates, which have shown significant anti-proliferative as well as pro-apoptotic properties in numerous cancer of cell outlines, involving breast cancer. These compounds may act through multiple mechanisms, of inhibiting cancer cell growth, promote apoptosis, and modulating oxidative stress and inflammation. Furthermore, studies suggest that Moringa oleifera may increase the effectiveness of traditional cancer therapies while minimizing their side effects. Although preclinical findings are promising, more in-depth clinical trials are vital to fully comprehend the therapeutic capability of Moringa oleifera in breast cancer treatment. The review goals to deliver a comprehensive summary of the recent research on Moringa oleifera leaves and their potential role in treating breast cancer, highlighting its possible integration into complementary cancer therapies.

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