Common Hindi names include "sahjan" and "drumstick," while in some Indian languages it is also known as "munga" or similar variants.

Some small studies suggest moringa leaf extracts, often combined with other ingredients, may slightly support weight loss or metabolic markers, but evidence is limited and effects are modest. No specific brand or form is proven clearly superior; lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, sleep) remain central.

It is originally from the Indian subcontinent, particularly northern India.

Yes, young leaves are widely eaten cooked or occasionally raw in salads; raw leaves are safe for most people when clean and used in food-like amounts.

In cooler or dry seasons, moringa is semi-deciduous and may lose many or all leaves; in ideal tropical climates it can stay leafy for much of the year.

Claims exist due to its nutrients and antioxidants, but solid clinical trials on hair growth are lacking; it may support general nutrition, which indirectly helps hair health.

Boiling for long periods can reduce heat-sensitive vitamins, so many prefer adding it near the end of cooking or into warm foods. Store powder in a cool, dry, airtight container; refrigeration is not mandatory but can help preserve freshness in hot, humid climates.

Boiling for long periods can reduce heat-sensitive vitamins, so many prefer adding it near the end of cooking or into warm foods. Store powder in a cool, dry, airtight container; refrigeration is not mandatory but can help preserve freshness in hot, humid climates.