Ecology, Environment and Conservation Paper

Vol 26, Nov Suppl. Issue, 2020; Page No.(202-209)

MORINGA OLEIFERA : A POTENT IMMUNE BOOSTER IN THE CATASTROPHE OF COVID -19

Madhumita Bhattacharjee

Abstract

Our body is always exposed to mysterious invaders which can cause diseases and infections. The immune system enables to keep these contagious microorganisms at bay and protects our body depending on the strength of immune system. SARS-CoV-2 is a new virus which causes lethal respiratory illness, COVID-19 and has become pandemic in 2020. As there is no vaccine or drug available for this deadly Coronavirus, the only way to defend it, is to strengthen the body immunity. The nutrients like vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, amino acids etc. play a significant role in the host immunity. Moringa is a miracle tree whose leaves are rich in number of vital components that improves the body immunity. So in this paper we will overview the available literature data how Moringa can boost host immunity against Covid -19.