Medicinal Ingredient (per 1 capsule):
Organic Moringa Seed…500mg (Moringa oleifera, Seed)

Non-Medicinal Ingredients:
Magnesium stearate, Hypromellose(Capsule shell)

Recommended Dose:
Adults: 1 Capsule 2 times per day.

Q: What does this product do?
A: This product provides antioxidants that help fight against the oxidative damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules produced by normal cellular metabolism and environmental exposure (UV radiation, pollution, physical stress). When free radical production exceeds the body's antioxidant defenses, oxidative damage to cells, proteins, and DNA can accumulate over time. The moringa seed powder in this formula delivers benzyl isothiocyanate, the primary antioxidant compound of the moringa seed, which neutralizes free radicals directly and activates the body's own antioxidant enzyme systems via the Nrf2 pathway. This is the Health Canada approved use for NPN 80076142: provides antioxidants that help fight against the oxidative damage caused by free radicals. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Q: What is the difference between moringa seed and moringa leaf?
A: Moringa seed and moringa leaf are distinct parts of the Moringa oleifera plant with different phytochemical profiles and different traditional uses. The moringa leaf is characterized by its flavonoids (quercetin, kaempferol), phenolic acids (chlorogenic acid), carotenoids (beta-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin), high vitamin C content, and the leaf-specific isothiocyanate moringin (4-(alpha-L-rhamnosyloxy)benzyl isothiocyanate). The moringa seed has a different profile: its primary bioactive isothiocyanate is benzyl isothiocyanate (a structurally simpler compound also found in watercress and horseradish), and its primary nutritional contribution is its fatty acid profile (approximately 65 to 75% oleic acid). The seed does not have the same vitamin C, carotenoid, or flavonoid content as the leaf. The two parts are not interchangeable and are used for different purposes in traditional practice. This product uses the seed, not the leaf.

Q: What is benzyl isothiocyanate and how does it work as an antioxidant?
A: Benzyl isothiocyanate (BITC) is the primary bioactive isothiocyanate in moringa seeds. It is formed from the glucosinolate glucotropaeolin by the enzyme myrosinase when seed tissue is disrupted. BITC is also found in watercress, garden cress, and horseradish. As an antioxidant, BITC works through two mechanisms. The first is direct free radical scavenging: BITC donates electrons to neutralize reactive oxygen species, interrupting the chain reaction of oxidative damage. The second is Nrf2 pathway activation: BITC activates the Nrf2 (nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2) transcription factor, which regulates the expression of the body's own antioxidant and cytoprotective enzymes including superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase, glutathione peroxidase, and heme oxygenase-1. Nrf2 activation upregulates the body's endogenous antioxidant defense systems rather than simply providing exogenous antioxidants. BITC is structurally distinct from moringin (the primary isothiocyanate of the moringa leaf), which carries an additional rhamnosyloxy substituent on the benzyl group.

Q: What is the fatty acid profile of moringa seed?
A: Moringa seeds have a high oil content (approximately 30 to 40% of the seed kernel by weight). The oil extracted from moringa seeds is known as ben oil or behen oil. Its fatty acid profile is dominated by oleic acid (C18:1, omega 9, approximately 65 to 75% of total fatty acids), with behenic acid (approximately 5 to 9%), palmitic acid (approximately 5 to 9%), and stearic acid (approximately 3 to 7%). Oleic acid is the same monounsaturated fatty acid that dominates olive oil and is associated with oxidative stability. The high oleic acid and low polyunsaturated fatty acid content make ben oil one of the most oxidatively stable vegetable oils. This seed powder retains the complete seed matrix including the oil fraction and its fatty acid profile.

Q: Are there any safety considerations I should know about?
A: Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have a medical condition or are taking medications. Hypersensitivity or allergy has been known to occur; discontinue use if this occurs. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Note: verify the exact NPN 80076142 caution language against your Health Canada NPN licence and update this answer if the approved cautions differ.

Q: How should I take this product and how long does the bottle last?
A: Adults: 1 capsule, 2 times per day (2 capsules per day, 1,000mg of certified organic moringa seed powder per day). At this dose, the 120 capsule bottle provides a 60 day supply. Consult your healthcare provider to determine the appropriate dosage and duration of use for your individual needs.

Q: Is this product suitable for vegans and vegetarians?
A: Yes. Moringa oleifera seed powder is 100% plant derived. The capsule shell is made from hypromellose (vegetable cellulose), not gelatin. The non medicinal ingredients (magnesium stearate and hypromellose) are both suitable for vegans. The product is certified organic, non GMO, and free from gluten, soy, and dairy.