Introduction

I.

Background of the Study

Moringa malunggay is known as the 'Miracle Tree' because all its parts are beneficial for health.
It is a popular plant known for nutritional value as well as a herbal medicine. Malunggay is a
plant that grows in the tropical climates such as the Philippines, India and Africa. It is also called
Drumstick Tree and in the Philippines, it is known as malunggay. Scientific research can prove
that moringa has many health benefits because it contains seven times more vitamin C from
oranges, four times more calcium in milk, four times more vitamin A in carrots, three times more
potassium than in bananas and two times more protein from milk. It is used to combat
malnutrition because of its high contents of vitamin A, B, and C, calcium, iron, protein and
potassium. It can be a substitute for many foods, fruits and vegetables because of its high
nutritional value. Malunggay - Anti infectious: Antibacterial; Anti Fungal, . In late 1940's, The
Department of Biochemistry at the Indian Institute of Science in Bangalore (PLN Rao) have
found that malunggay or Moringa Oleifera leaves contain a compound "pterygospermin" that is
known in medical science as having antimicrobial, antibacterial, anti fungal properties.
Malunggay or Moringa has been shown in studies to have an anti-tumor capacity. Moringa
contains benzyl isothiocyanate that have chemoprotective and anti-cancer properties. Moringa is
also said to balance sugar levels, hence it is helpful in the fight against diabetes.

It contains more than 90 nutrients and 46 types of antioxidants. Antioxidants are imprinted in
health because they fight and kill free radicals, which are the main culprits in many diseases

including cancer. Also, there are no side-effects of moringa tree leaves which have been proven
up to this time. Subsequently, it can be consumed by small children and adults alike. Hence, it
can be constituted in many foods like porridge, rice and even bread.
According to a researcher, Dr. Monica Marcu, it is very potent because even in small amounts, it
can supply the body of the needed nutrients. Lastly, it has only a few calories.

Dishwashing Liquid is an effective cleaner on dishwashing. Its commonly used to keep the
bacteria and other pathogens into our dishes and kitchen utensils. There are mostly effective
dishwashing liquids like lemon or calamansi that has both have fragrant and aromatic smell and
also antibacterial. Dishwashing Liquids are commonly used today to prevent diseases and
ailments that were sometimes traced on our dirty dishes and other faulty cleaners.

II.

Statement of the Problem

1. Is Moringa Oleifera can be an effective source for making Dishwashing Liquid?

Sub Questions:
What are the components of Moringa Oleifera for making a effective

dishwashing liquid?
What is the importance on conducting/testing Moringa Oleifera for making
dishwashing liquid?

III.

Significance of the Study

Malunggay plant in the Philippines are very abundant and can find anywhere like farms,
plantations and even a usual plant in our vacant lot or in the backyard so Malunggay is used
frequently because of its entitled The Miracle Plant.
As it known that Malunggay has many benefits. It is currently applied to modern medicine and
technological process and its very high in vitamins and nutrients.

In this study, We will be able to investigating the antibacterial and effectiveness of Malunggay
for making a dishwashing liquid, Also the purpose of this study is to discover if Malunggay
leaves as a dishwashing cleaner and can also be used for commercial purposes. The different
procedures and experimental set on this study will determine the different types of dishwashing
liquid and how it is utilize for killing bacteria.

IV.

Scope and Limitation

This research study that is entitled The Feasibility of Moringa Oleifera (Malunggay leaves) as
an Effective Dishwashing Liquid is only covers and discusses the essential components of
Malunggay and only essential for the specific plant Malunggay that was often mentioned. This is
only discusses also that if extracted malunggay leaves an effect on common dishwashing. The
possible longevity of malunggay leaves in dishwashing liquid is not stated and no longer a
subject for this study.
Division of City Schools

Batasan Hills National High School

IBP ROAD, Batasan Hills Quezon City
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Program

The Feasibility of Moringa Oleifera (Malunggay Leaves) as an Effective Dishwashing

Liquid

Landhel Olsel G. Lobo

Researcher

Ms. Joan B. Callope

Research Adviser
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Staff Writer, Health Benefits Of Moringa Malunggay: Top Herbal Plant For Cancer Prevention,
Nutrition, Fighting Microbes And Blood Sugar Control, Youth Health, Web. November 27,
2014, http://www.youthhealthmag.com/articles/3330/20141127/health-benefits-of-moringamalunggay-top-herbal-plant-for-cancer-prevention-nutrition-fighting-microbes-and-blood-sugarcontrol.htm