Biodegradable sanitary pads made from water hyacinth pass safety and absorbency tests in new study

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By Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D. Reviewed by Lauren Hardaker Mar 17 2026 Scientists turn an invasive aquatic weed into a high-performance biodegradable sanitary pad, demonstrating how sustainable materials could reduce plastic waste while maintaining menstrual hygiene safety. Study: Biodegradable Menstrual Pads from Hydrophytic Weeds: Sustainability Assessment, Absorption Performance, and Microbial Safety . Image Credit: Joel 100x35 Por.Ahi.PR / Shutterstock A recent study in the journal  Processes