The Economic Times

The ancient miracle tree that filters your tap water better than any man-made system ever could

New research published in ACS Omega reveals that Moringa oleifera seeds can remove over 98 percent of harmful microplastics, including dangerous PVC particles. Led by Gabrielle Batista at So Paulo State University, the study shows that this plant-based method can match or outperform traditional chemical treatments like alum. With microplastics linked to serious health risks, moringa offers a non-toxic, sustainable alternative. However, further testing is required before large-scale adoption in modern water treatment systems becomes possible worldwide.