This Russian study conducted a comparative phytochemical analysis of noni (Morinda citrifolia) leaves, roots, and fruits sourced from Ghana. The research found that all three plant parts contain alkaloids and flavonoids, while anthraquinones were only present in the roots. Tannins were found in both roots and leaves. Among all plant parts, the roots showed the […]
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This study evaluated the chemical composition and antifungal properties of the essential oil extracted from Morinda citrifolia fruit. Using gas chromatography and mass spectrometry, researchers identified a variety of compounds, including octanoic acid, hexanoic acid, and nonanoic acid. These fatty acids were found to contribute significantly to the oil’s antifungal effectiveness, particularly against Candida albicans
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This study investigates the enzymatic and antioxidant properties of noni (Morinda citrifolia) grown in India, analyzing its protease and superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity from both fresh and dried samples. The results demonstrate that both fresh and dried noni fruit contain bioactive enzymes, with the fresh fruit showing higher levels of protease activity. In addition, the
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A study published in 2022 evaluated the antioxidant and antiproliferative properties of ethanol and ethyl acetate extracts of *Morinda citrifolia* (noni) fruit. Using a DPPH assay to measure free radical scavenging capacity, researchers found that both extracts exhibited substantial antioxidant activity, with the ethyl acetate extract showing the strongest effect (IC50 = 44.8 μg/mL). The
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A 2022 study evaluated the anticancer potential of *Morinda citrifolia* (noni) fruit extracts on human hepatocellular carcinoma (HepG-2) cell lines, revealing powerful cytotoxic and antioxidant effects. The methanolic extract demonstrated the strongest anticancer activity, achieving 50% inhibition of cancer cell growth (IC50) at a concentration of 71.442 µg/ml, significantly outperforming both aqueous and chloroform extracts.
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A recent study from Airlangga University in Indonesia investigated the antibacterial effects of methanol extract from *Morinda citrifolia* (noni) fruit against *Staphylococcus aureus* and methicillin-resistant *Staphylococcus aureus* (MRSA). Using the well-diffusion method, researchers found that noni fruit extract exhibited significant antibacterial activity against both bacteria, with the strongest effect observed at 100% concentration. Notably, the
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This peer-reviewed review highlights the traditional and modern applications of *Morinda citrifolia* (commonly known as noni), especially its growing role as a functional food and botanical remedy. Originating from the tropics, noni has been used for centuries in Polynesian and Southeast Asian medicine. The fruit, leaves, roots, and seeds contain more than 200 bioactive compounds,
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This comprehensive review covers the agricultural, nutritional, and therapeutic properties of Morinda citrifolia (noni) fruit. It begins by documenting the plant’s adaptability to diverse tropical environments, its cultivation methods, and its resilience under stress conditions, making it a valuable crop for marginal lands. Nutritionally, noni fruit is rich in carbohydrates, vitamin C, provitamin A, and
Noni juice, derived from the fruit of Morinda citrifolia, has a long history in Polynesian traditional practices, including in Hawaii. Today, organic Hawaiian noni juice is gaining popularity among wellness enthusiasts for its unique blend of plant-based compounds believed to support overall health naturally. Traditional Roots & Growing Interest Historically, Native Hawaiians valued noni as
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Introduction: What is Noni? Noni juice is a globally popular health beverage derived from the tropical fruit of the Morinda citrifolia tree. Commonly found in Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, this tree has long been a part of traditional practices. The fruit, along with the leaves, is considered valuable in many indigenous cultures, where
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