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Axiological Perspectives on the Development of Sustainable Natural Food Preservatives Derived from Sea Grapes (Caulerpa spp.) Moegiratul Amaro; M Sarjan; Siska Cicilia; Mutia Devi Ariyana; Ida Ayu Widhiantari; Hanifah Ayu; Sudarli; Gunawan; Amrullah; Husnul Jannah; Aida Muspi’ah
Journal of Food and Agricultural Product Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): JFAP
Publisher : Fakultas Pertanian Universitas Veteran Bangun Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32585/jfap.v6i1.7623

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The use of synthetic preservatives in the food industry has raised significant health and environmental concerns due to their carcinogenic potential, endocrine-disrupting effects, allergenic risks, and toxic residues in ecosystems. This study examines the potential of sea grapes (Caulerpa spp.) as a natural food preservative from an axiological perspective, encompassing health values, environmental ethics, and socio-economic benefits. Caulerpa racemosa and Caulerpa lentillifera contain polyphenols, flavonoids, tannins, terpenoids, alkaloids, and sulfated polysaccharides (ulvan, fucoidan), which exhibit strong antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. These compounds have been shown to inhibit pathogenic bacteria, slow oxidation, and function effectively as preservatives in various forms such as extracts, edible films, powders, and functional food applications. From an axiological standpoint, the use of Caulerpa supports food safety, public health, environmental sustainability, and economic empowerment of coastal communities through product diversification and value-added processing of renewable marine bioresources. Despite its promising potential, challenges remain, including variability in metabolite content, the need for standardization, and long-term safety assessments. This study highlights Caulerpa spp. as a strategic candidate for developing safe, eco-friendly, and sustainable natural food preservatives. Keywords: Sea grapes, Antimicrobial activity, Antioxidants, Caulerpa spp., Natural preservatives
Review of the philosophy of science on the development of resistant starch from mas bananas as a functional food supporting food security Siska Cicilia; Muhammad Sarjan; Arifuddin Sahidu; Amrullah; Moegiratul Amaro; Mutia Devi Ariyana; Ida Ayu Widhiantari; Husnul Jannah; Sudarli; Hanifah Ayu; Aida Muspiah; Gunawan
Journal of Food and Agricultural Product Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): JFAP
Publisher : Fakultas Pertanian Universitas Veteran Bangun Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32585/jfap.v6i1.7625

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The rising prevalence of degenerative diseases in Indonesia, such as hypertension and diabetes mellitus, is closely associated with dietary shifts toward high fat, sugar, and low fiber consumption. One crucial preventive effort is the development of functional foods, especially resistant starch, which helps improve glycemic response, gut health, and metabolic profiles. This study aims to assess the development potential of resistant starch from mas banana as a functional food to support national food security. The research method was a qualitative literature review, analyzing scientific publications on the characteristics, synthesis, application, and benefits of resistant starch from mas banana. Results reveal that resistant starch from mas banana can be produced through physical, chemical, and enzymatic modifications, yielding superior starch properties which not only provide beneficial physiological effects but also have the potential to substitute imported wheat-based products. The development of functional foods based on mas banana resistant starch is scientifically relevant and an axiological strategy to strengthen food security by diversifying local carbohydrate sources. Keywords: food security, functional food, mas banana