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@article{191199,
        author = {Dr. Megha Laxman Pathare and Dr. Prasanna Gavali},
        title = {MORINGA AS A NATURAL IRON & ANTIOXIDANT SOURCE: AYURVEDIC RELEVANCE IN ARTAVA AND RAKTA DISORDERS},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {6941-6944},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=191199},
        abstract = {Moringa oleifera (Shigru) is a highly valued medicinal plant in Ayurveda, traditionally described as a potent Deepana, Pachana, Krimighna, and Raktashodhaka drug. In recent years, Moringa has gained global attention as a nutrient-dense “superfood” due to its exceptional content of bioavailable iron, vitamin C, folates, and polyphenolic antioxidants. Iron deficiency anemia and menstrual disorders such as Artava Kshaya, Raja Kshaya, and Asrigdara are increasingly prevalent among women of reproductive age, primarily due to nutritional deficiencies, impaired digestion (Agnimandya), and chronic oxidative stress.From an Ayurvedic perspective, these conditions originate from Rakta Dhatu Kshaya, Pitta Dushti, and obstruction of Artavavaha Srotas. Moringa, owing to its Tikta-Katu Rasa, Laghu-Ruksha Guna, Ushna Virya, and Katu Vipaka, facilitates Srotoshodhana, enhances Agni, and promotes proper formation of Rakta Dhatu. Its high iron content supports hemoglobin synthesis, while abundant antioxidants such as quercetin, chlorogenic acid, and vitamin C counteract oxidative stress, thereby preventing cellular damage and improving erythropoiesis. Contemporary studies also demonstrate that Moringa exhibits anti-inflammatory, hematinic, and hepatoprotective actions, further strengthening its role in menstrual health and anemia management. Thus, Moringa serves as a holistic, cost-effective, and safe natural therapeutic agent bridging classical Ayurvedic principles with modern nutritional science. Its regular inclusion in dietary and therapeutic regimens can significantly contribute to the prevention and management of Artava and Rakta disorders, especially among nutritionally vulnerable populations.},
        keywords = {Moringa oleifera, Shigru, Iron deficiency anemia, Artava Kshaya, Rakta Dhatu, Antioxidants, Ayurvedic nutrition, Menstrual disorders},
        month = {January},
        }