Improving Moringa Leaf Extracts with New Extraction Methods
Author Information
Author(s): Thangaiah Arumugam, Gunalan Sandeep, Velu Premalakshmi, Chandirasekaran Dheebisha, Rajasekar Aruliah, AlSalhi Mohamad S., Devanesan Sandhanasamy, Malik Tabarak
Primary Institution: Thiruvalluvar University
Hypothesis
Can advanced extraction methods enhance the yield and quality of bioactive compounds from Moringa oleifera leaves?
Conclusion
The study found that ultrasound-assisted and microwave-assisted extraction methods significantly improved the extraction efficiency and quality of bioactive compounds from Moringa leaves.
Supporting Evidence
- Ultrasound-assisted extraction yielded the highest recovery of 21.81%.
- Microwave-assisted extraction also showed significant improvements in extraction efficiency.
- Total phenolic content was highest in extracts from ultrasound-assisted extraction.
- Antioxidant activity was maximized in extracts obtained through ultrasound-assisted extraction.
Takeaway
Using special techniques like ultrasound and microwaves can help get more good stuff out of Moringa leaves, which can help people stay healthy.
Methodology
The study compared four extraction methods: maceration, Soxhlet, ultrasound-assisted extraction, and microwave-assisted extraction using a 70% hydro-ethanolic solvent.
Limitations
The extracts were highly hygroscopic, which may pose challenges in handling and stability.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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