Unclear
Moringa
Moringa oleifera leaf powder and capsules. Herbs & mushrooms.
Also called or includes: Drumstick tree, Moringa seed cancer cure
- Verdict
- UnclearThere isn't enough human evidence to say either way.
- How sure
- Rung 1 · UnprovenLab or animal data only, or never directly tested in people.
The rung shows how sure the science is, not how big the effect is. How to read these ratings
Cancers affected
None shown in people
What the evidence shows
Lab studies and one animal study suggest anticancer effects, but no human cancer studies have been done.
What to do
Not a cancer treatment. Avoid supplements if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, and ask your doctor if you take diabetes medicines, as it may lower blood sugar.
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