Nigeria: Researchers confirm bitter leaf’s effectiveness for hard-to-treat infections

Bitter leaf extracts, particularly from Vernonia amygdalina, show promise in enhancing the effectiveness of existing antibiotics, potentially reducing dosages and side effects. Research indicates that these extracts possess moderate antibacterial properties, especially against gram-positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, suggesting their potential as adjuncts to conventional antibiotics.

In a new study, researchers systematically evaluated the antibacterial properties of…