Antibacterial activity of flavonoid extracts from and against multidrug-resistant foodborne bacterial isolates.

Background: Food poisoning caused by bacterial agents is a worldwide problem, usually accompanied by unpleasant symptoms and may be severe leading to death. Natural compounds from marine algae namely flavonoids may play a role in the remedy of this condition.

Aim: This research aims to assess the potency of flavonoids extracted from and as antibacterial agents.