systematic_review
    2015

    Toxicological assessment of Moringa oleifera leaf extract: safety in human and animal studies

    Stohs SJ, Hartman MJ

    Published in Phytotherapy Research

    Key Findings

    Moringa leaf preparations appear well tolerated at commonly used doses, though root and bark contain potentially toxic alkaloids.

    Conclusions

    Leaf is the appropriate plant part for supplementation.

    Limitations

    Limited long-term human safety data.

    Supplements Studied

    Moringa leaf preparations appear well tolerated, though root and bark contain potentially toxic alkaloids.

    Study Details

    Year:2015
    Quality Score:6/10

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