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International Journal of Bioscience and Biochemistry

Vol. 7, Issue 1, Part A (2025)

Antimicrobial activity of chia seeds (Salvia hispanica L.) extract on microorganisms isolated from urinary tract infection

Author(s):

Muhanad N Abdullah

Abstract:

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common, particularly in women due to anatomical differences, with nearly 50% of women experiencing at least one UTI in their lifetime. UTIs can lead to severe complications if untreated. This study evaluates the antibacterial potential of Chia seeds (Salvia hispanica L.) against UTI-related bacteria, considering the potential of natural compounds in addressing antibiotic resistance. Chia seed aqueous extract was tested against Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella spp., Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Proteus spp. using the disk diffusion method. The extract showed strong activity against Klebsiella spp. and weaker activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus, indicating its greater efficacy against Gram-negative bacteria, suggesting its potential as a natural antimicrobial agent for UTI management.

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International Journal of Bioscience and Biochemistry
How to cite this article:
Muhanad N Abdullah. Antimicrobial activity of chia seeds (Salvia hispanica L.) extract on microorganisms isolated from urinary tract infection. Int. J. Biosci. Biochem. 2025;7(1):15-19. DOI: 10.33545/26646536.2025.v7.i1a.91
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