Water Purification and Antibacterial Efficacy of Moringa oleifera

Due to the lack of adequate clean water and sanitation in many developing countries, these researched conducted this study in search of a solution.  Thus this study investigates the water purifying property of Moringa oleifera seed powder and determines the role of seed extracts against a few bacterial growths.

Conclusion:

“Taken together, the seed powder exhibits a remarkable reduction in turbidity and coliform count which makes the seed powder a good source for water purification. The acetone extract of seed had a strong antibacterial activity. It reveals that the seed powder and its extract can control and reduce waterborne bacterial diseases. This investigation facilitates benefits to those who cannot afford to have access to clean drinking water in Ethiopia and elsewhere.”