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The Effect of Moringa (Moringa oleifera) Leaf Juice on Blood Sugar Levels in Type II Diabetes Mellitus Outpatients at Babah Buloh Public Health Center, North Aceh District Zuhra, Nabila; Junita, Dini
JAND: Journal of Applied Nutrition and Dietetic Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
Publisher : Jurusan Gizi, Poltekkes Kemenkes Aceh

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30867/jand.v5i1.855

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Diabetes mellitus is characterized by elevated blood glucose levels that exceed the normal range. In addition to pharmacological treatment, blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes can also be managed using herbal therapies. One such alternative is Moringa (Moringa oleifera) leaf juice, which contains various bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, beta-carotene, thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin C, calcium, and zinc—many of which possess antidiabetic properties and are believed to be effective in lowering blood glucose levels. This study aimed to determine the effect of Moringa leaf juice on blood sugar levels among type II diabetes mellitus outpatients in the working area of Babah Buloh Public Health Center, North Aceh District. A quasi-experimental study was conducted using a pretest–posttest control group design from December 7 to 14, 2024. The intervention lasted for seven consecutive days, during which blood glucose levels were measured using the Easy Touch glucometer. Data were analyzed using paired t-tests and independent t-tests. The results showed that in the intervention group, the average blood sugar level decreased from 182.1 mg/dL to 166.3 mg/dL, with a mean reduction of 15.7 mg/dL. In the control group, levels decreased from 177.8 mg/dL to 170.5 mg/dL, with a mean reduction of 6.7 mg/dL. These findings indicate that Moringa leaf juice had a significant effect on reducing blood sugar levels in type II diabetes mellitus patients in the Babah Buloh Health Center working area in 2024. It is recommended that Moringa leaf juice be considered as a complementary therapy for managing blood glucose levels in diabetic patients.
Effect of Pumpkin Cream Soup on Blood Glucose in Type 2 Diabetes Outpatients in North Aceh Amelia, Riski; Junita, Dini
JAND: Journal of Applied Nutrition and Dietetic Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
Publisher : Jurusan Gizi, Poltekkes Kemenkes Aceh

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30867/jand.v5i1.856

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Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia). One innovative dietary approach to help manage hyperglycemia is the consumption of pumpkin cream soup. Pumpkin is rich in beta-carotene, flavonoids, vitamin C, and soluble fiber such as pectin, and also contains various bioactive compounds including proteins, peptides, polysaccharides, sterols, and para-aminobenzoic acid. This study aimed to determine the effect of pumpkin cream soup on blood sugar levels in type II diabetes mellitus outpatients at the UPTD Muara Batu Health Center, North Aceh Regency. A quasi-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest approach was employed. The intervention was conducted over seven consecutive days, which participants consumed pumpkin cream soup daily. Blood glucose levels were measured using the Easy Touch glucometer before and after the intervention. Data were analyzed using the paired sample t-test. The results showed that the average fasting blood glucose level decreased from 189.65 mg/dL before the intervention to 167.00 mg/dL after, with an average reduction of 22.65 mg/dL. The findings indicate a significant effect of pumpkin cream soup consumption in lowering blood sugar levels among type II diabetes mellitus patients. Therefore, pumpkin cream soup may be recommended as a dietary alternative to help manage blood glucose levels in individuals with type II diabetes mellitus.