AMPALAYA (Momordica Charantia) And: MALUNGGAY (Moringa Oleifera)
AMPALAYA (Momordica Charantia) And: MALUNGGAY (Moringa Oleifera)
AMPALAYA (Momordica Charantia) And: MALUNGGAY (Moringa Oleifera)
Department of Education
Region 1
Province of Ilocos Sur
Narvacan National Central High School
NarvacanIlocos Sur
Rona Cabrales
Reseachers
Research II Adviser
CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION
For centuries, people have used the plants that grew around them to treat wounds and help
speed healing. Nearly everyone is using commercialized ointments which contains chemical that
can have side effects and can further have infections. The researchers have decided why not
make alternative ointment since there are variety of other herbs traditionally used to heal minor
Malunggay (Moringa Oleifera) contains lunasin, an antibiotic-like protection for the cells
which also has antifungal properties. Extracts of malunggay from leaves have been known for
decades to address the following: immune system detoxification; management of blood pressure,
cholesterol, blood sugar and speeds up healing of wounds. This plant is overflowing with
magnesium. Moringa leaves are completely safe to human consumption. It does not contain any
toxic elements or side-effects. It is packed with flavonoids- antioxidants necessary for fighting
against free radicals that are causing all sorts of problems in the human body. Also it is very
convenient since it grows very widely in tropical and subtropical area specifically in the
Philippines.
The ampalaya plant (momordica charantia), is a tropical plant found in Africa, Asia, South
America and the Caribbean. The historic crop is well known for its medicinal value, used as a
treatment for diseases of the skin and body and consumed for general health purposes. Ampalaya
has a long history in Ayurvedic and traditional Philippine medicine. These ancient systems of
medicine have consumed the bitter gourd and other parts of the plant for centuries, attributing its
many medicinal benefits to a multitude of healthy properties. Research and studies worldwide
proved the benefits of bitter melon on the body’s health. This vegetable was also considered by
Department of Health (DOH) as an alternative in treating certain diseases including skin disease,
liver problems, HIV, diabetes, and other ailments. It can relieve headaches, good for rheumatism
and gout, treat hemorrhoids, intestinal worms, and sure several types of cancer. It disinfect burns
and heals a wound, boost the immune system, fight infections, reduce blood pressure, and good
for the liver. The antimicrobial activity is beneficial for cleaning and healing wounds. So, the
researchers decided to combine these herbal plants to produce ointment because of its health
benefits.
This study aimed to evaluate the produced ointment in curing wounds out of Ampalaya and
a. Effectiveness, and
b. Odor
This study provides people with additional knowledge on the possible uses of Ampalaya
and Malunggay leaves like in the production of ointment in treating wounds. The study aims to
create a product out of Ampalaya and Malunggay leaves that can help in treating wounds. The
researcher brings out the present relevance of our human resources; talents, abilities and
potentiality to those who are in doubt; as the commercial one. In this study many people will be
benefited especially to those who can't afford expensive medicines in curing wounds; and this
study can also be a big help to those people who has a lot of ampalaya and malunggay plant in
their yards. And we must know how to use our nature very well because it is only for our own
This study will only focus on the production of ointment in curing wounds out Ampalaya
and Malunggay leaves and its effectiveness. This study will be conducted in one of the
researcher’s residence in Quinarayan, Narvacan, Ilocos Sur. In testing the product, people who
have wounds will be the respodents of the researcher’s. This study does not cover the other parts
Scientific research has proven that moringa extracts exert a wide spectrum of protective activity
aerogenus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aereus, This defensive activity makes
moringa extracts perfect for sanitation and preservation purposes. Also, aqueous leaves extract of
moringa oleifera possess significant wound healing properties. Research studies have provided
supporting evidence regarding the healing effects of moringa in the treatment of wounds with
respect to skin-breaking strength, wound closure rate and reduction in the scar area.
According to Scientific Journal, Malunggay (Moringa oliefera), a topical plant of varied
uses is often utilized in folk medicine to treat open wounds suggesting its antibiotic property.
This study investigated the antibiotic activity of malunggay against the pus-forming bacteria,
Staphylococcus aureus that are the common cause of wound infections in the community.
Bacteria were cultured from a swab of a 2-day old purulent wound, pure cultures were prepared,
and their identity verified by gram staining, culture appearance and differential tests results (e.g.,
catalase, blood agar hemolysis) with the assistance of a licensed bacteriology technologist. Juice
from freshly picked malunggay leaves was extracted with the use of a commercial juicer, filter-
sterilized and tested for antibiotic activity based on the Kirby Bauer Method. Zones of inhibition
on a lawn of the pure culture of S. aureus produced by filter discs presoaked in varied
concentrations (0%, 50%, 75% and 100%) of the malunggay extract were compared to the zones
of inhibition on the same culture plate produced by discs pre-soaked in a preparation of penicillin
G). Results showed significant increases in the diameter of the zones of inhibition produced with
increasing concentrations of the malunggay leaves extract suggesting that fresh extract of
malunggay leaves has antibiotic property that can be effective in the control of community-
commonly used for its antidiabetic, antioxidant, contraceptive and antibacterial properties. In the
current study, the authors aim to observe the topical effect of MC cream on the wound-healing
process in rabbits. Moreover, they compare the healing potential with conventional creams used
therapeutically. Towards this aim, 28 New Zealand rabbits were divided into four groups and
excision wounds (7 cm²) were made on their backs. Open wound dressing was carried out daily
for 28 days among the experimental groups with the application of dekspanthenol (Bepanthen®;
BP group, n = 7), nitrofurazon (Furacin®; FR group, n = 7) and olive oil extract of MC (MC
group, n = 7). No application was made to the control group. At the end of day 28, areas of the
skin with initial wound area were en bloc dissected and prepared for histopathological and
stereological analysis. Inflammatory cells were abundant in the control group and cream
application led to a decrease in the number of these cells, especially in the MC group. The
highest number of fibroblasts was detected in the MC group. Furthermore, the MC group
displayed the highest fractions of epidermis to papillary dermis, fibroblasts to reticular dermis
and collagen fibres to reticular dermis. The MC group also presented a high density of blood
vessels, moderate density of collagen fibres and mature fibroblasts. The BP group showed better
epithelialisation compared with the FR group, but the latter provided more effective
reorganisation of the dermis. Different cream supplements caused healthy and fast wound
healing according to untreated controls and the results show that administration of the MC
extract improves and accelerates the process of wound healing in rabbits in comparison with the
BP and FR extracts.
CHAPTER II
This experimental-type of quantitative research deals with the usage of Ampalaya and
Malunggay leaves extracts for the production of ointment in curing wounds. The purpose was
to study the Ampalaya aang Malunggay leaves extracts as an alternative of ointment to help
The following ingredients will be used to make ointment out of Ampalaya and
Malunggay leaves: Extract of ampalaya and malunggay leaves are the main ingredient in making
ointment. These are the other materials and equipments needed in making ointment: a boiler,
strainer or clean cloth, oil, petroleum jelly and a container where you put the finished product.
B. Procedure
In a bowl over a pan of boiling water; melt the petroleum jelly. Then add the extract of
ampalaya and malunggay leaves, heat gently for about two hours. Pour the mixture into a jelly
bag or a piece of clean cloth that you have fitted around the rim of a jug and secured with a
rubber band or string. Whilst wearing rubber gloves (the mixture will still be very hot to handle)
squeeze the mixture through the clean cloth or jelly bag. Transfer the mixture into the container
while still warm. To avoid condensation allow the ointment to cool completely before securing
with a lid. Finished colour will depend on the herbs you choose to use.
2.3 Flow Chart
Websites
https://malunggayointment.wordpress.com/
https://malunggayointment.wordpress.com/background-of-the-study/
http://pharmacyinformatics2014-csab.blogspot.com/2014/07/ampalaya.html
http://www.medicalhealthguide.com/articles/ampalaya.htm
https://ampalayaherb.wordpress.com/
http://herbs.lovetoknow.com/Ampalaya_Properties
https://www.scribd.com/document/356735299/MALUNGGAY-RRL
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/vegetable/moringa.html
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22812507
http://asianscientificjournals.com/new/publication/index.php/ljher/article/view/671