Adaptogen
Moringa
Also known as: Moringa oleifera, Drumstick Tree, Moringa Leaf
Moringa is a nutrient-dense plant with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and blood sugar supporting properties, often called a superfood.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Moringa product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Double Wood Moringa Supplement | 88 A | $0.19 |
| 2 | Nutricost Moringa Capsules | 87 A | $0.19 |
| 3 | Codeage Liposomal Moringa+ | 82 A- | $0.44 |
| 4 | Thorne Daily Greens Plus | 79 B+ | $0.83 |
| 5 | MegaFood Baby & Me 2 Postnatal Multi | 70 B | $1.00 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Moringa should I take?
The typical range is 500-2000 mg daily. Safe for long-term use
When should I take Moringa?
With meals. Yes.
Which form of Moringa is best?
Standardized extract — Concentrated actives. Other forms in the catalog: Leaf extract, Leaf powder, Powder.
Is Moringa safe?
Commonly reported: Mild laxative effect at high doses. Serious warnings: Avoid root/bark - potential toxicity. Generally safe
Which Moringa supplement scores highest?
Double Wood Moringa Supplement, at 88/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Nutritional support
- Antioxidant
- Blood sugar support
- Anti-inflammatory
What systematic reviews concluded
Outcomes that systematic reviews of Moringa reached a verdict on: 7 with a benefit, 2 with no effect, 3 unclear. Each is quoted from a review and linked to it on PubMed. How these were read.
Reviews found a benefit (7)
“The articles reviewed indicated that moringa supplementation resulted to increases in CD4 cell count and body mass index, improvements in psychological well-being, in management of depression and anxiety and the function of vital body organs and control of cholesterol levels.” PMID 38015892
“improvements in psychological well-being, in management of depression and anxiety” PMID 38015892
“control of cholesterol levels.” PMID 38015892
“improved Hgb and vitamin A status in postmenopausal women” PMID 35302264
“Moringa (0.5 g/day) also increased breastmilk volumes.” PMID 35302264
“moringa supplementation resulted to increases in CD4 cell count and body mass index, improvements in psychological well-being, in management of depression and anxiety and the function of vital body organs and control of cholesterol levels.” PMID 38015892
and 1 more.
Reviews found no effect (2)
“Moringa supplementation showed no significant effects on most considered outcomes.” PMID 41305552
“In animals, moringa increased milk production in two of three studies, inconsistently affected growth, and had no effect on iron status.” PMID 35302264
Not enough to say: diastolic blood pressure; glucose control; growth (animal).
3 findings from reviews in specific patient groups (such as cancer, pregnancy or surgery) are not shown here.
How it works
- Rich in vitamins and minerals
- Isothiocyanates provide antioxidant effects
- Supports glucose metabolism
Dosage
- Typical range
- 500-2000 mg daily
- Timing
- With meals
- With food
- Yes
- Duration
- Safe for long-term use
- Special populations
- Nutritional support seekers
Forms
- Standardized extract· 95/100
- Leaf extract· 90/100
- Leaf powder· 85/100
Safety
Common side effects
- Mild laxative effect at high doses
Products containing Moringa
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Moringa on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Good evidence for antioxidant and nutritional benefits
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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