Alternative Ink Using Malunggay Leaves Extract

I. Project/ Research Title: Alternative Ink using Malunggay Leaves Extract

II. Proponent: Ma. Lyriana L. Mangente

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IV. Introduction / Significance of Research Proposal:

Malunggay (Moringa oleifera) plant is abundant through the Philippines. This plant is growing anywhere in the country. There are a lot of scientific evidence shows malunggay benefits both on nutritional contents and medicinal properties. Malunggay is well known as very good source of natural energy booster and nutrition. Universities around the world have studied the malunggay abilities. A powder seed can be substitute for water purification. Malunggay can help on balancing and keeping all important body hormones that contributes for relaxation. The leaf is said to be the most nutritious part, it may be taken cooked, raw and even powdered. Extraction of Malunggay leaves has also the feasibility to make ink pens.

V. Statement of Problem / Hypothesis / Objectives:

In relation to ink studies, ink was made from natural products such as berries, bark and leaves. Leaf extracts have been used for centuries to create numerous colors that, when mixed with different substances, could be used as dye, paint or ink. Different plants produced different colors in the spectrum, and "recipes" were handed down through the generations. Leaves have been used for centuries to make ink because of its various shades that create yellow, green, brown or black ink.

This study was performed to discover more sources for ink making.

If leaves of malunggay is used in making ink, then its color will be natural, it is cheap, and it will be acceptable in the market.

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http://region3.dost.gov.ph/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=415:the-efficacy-of-moringa-oleifera-malunggay-leaf-extracts-in-lowering-blood-glucose-in-swiss-mice&catid=16:animal-science&Itemid=45...