Moringa

 tree native to north-western India that grows well in subtropical and tropical areas. Used in Asia, South America, Central America, Oceania and parts of Africa for food; all parts of the plant, including the stems, flowers and roots, are edible. It is a highly nutritious plant, rich in protein, minerals (calcium, phosphorus, iron), and vitamins A and C. The oil from its seeds is also a good source of essential fatty acids ^{(Olson 2016, Leone 2016)}. In traditional medicine, it is attributed with several properties that have not been scientifically proven.

It is used as a galactagogue in Asian countries, especially the Philippines and Indonesia, and several local studies (some involving mothers of premature babies) have shown an increase in milk production, weight gain and/or increased prolactin levels. ^{(Ammar 2025, Yasin 2024, Pujiastuti 2022, Indrayani 2020, Raguindin 2014)}

Other studies did not show an increase in milk volume produced or in the weight or height of breastfed infants, nor did they show clinically significant changes in the composition of breast milk. ^{(Attia 2024, Zakaria 2022, Fungtammasan 2022, Sumarni 2020)}

There were no side effects in infants of mothers taking Moringa ^{(Fungtammasan 2022)}, nor were any detected in the infants themselves.

Studies with a larger number of cases and better design in different populations are needed to provide quality evidence of the role of Moringa as a galactagogue. ^{(Ammar 2025)}

Frequent on-demand breastfeeding with correct technique, reinforcing maternal self-confidence, assessing and correcting breastfeeding problems, and effectively supporting breastfeeding mothers are the most effective galactagogues. ^{(ACOG 2021, ABM 2018 and 2011, Anderson 2013, Forinash 2012, Mannion 2012)}

Depending on its origin, Moringa may contain heavy metals in proportions that could be inappropriate. ^{(Limmatvapirat 2015)}