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The Cultural, Pharmacological, and Spiritual Significance of Tri Ketuka in Balinese Healing and Yoga Sugata, I Made; Ayu Kartika, I Gusti Agung; Puspita Apsari , Dewi; Windra Wartana Putra, I Gusti Ngurah Agung
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 2 (2025): Symbolism in Balinese Rituals
Publisher : Universitas Udayana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i02.p13

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This study delves into the cultural, pharmacological, and spiritual significance of Tri Ketuka, a traditional Balinese polyherbal formulation composed of Acorus calamus, Cryptocarya massoy, and Allium sativum, as documented in classical Usadha manuscripts. These three plants are not only known for their therapeutic properties but also for their symbolic role in promoting balance and holistic well-being within Balinese healing and yoga traditions. This qualitative study employed document analysis to investigate the use of Tri Ketuka in both healing rituals and yoga-based practices, particularly the Jala Neti nasal cleansing technique. The analysis is supported by illustrative testimonial evidence from users. The findings underscore the medicinal, spiritual, and cultural value of Tri Ketuka, affirming its relevance in both traditional and modern wellness contexts. The study also highlights the potential for integrating Balinese traditional medicine into contemporary healthcare as part of alternative and complementary therapies.
Pengaruh Variasi Konsentrasi Trietanolamin Terhadap Sifat Fisika Dan Kimia Sediaan Krim Ekstrak Etanol 96% Daun Dadap (Erythrina Subumbrans) Bernof, Boren Feren; Putra, I Gusti Ngurah Agung Windra Wartana; Artini, Ni Putu Rahayu
Bali International Scientific Forum Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Bali International Scientific Forum
Publisher : Bali International University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34063/bisf.v6i2.335

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Latar belakang: Salah satu jenis kosmetik perawatan yaitu krim. Krim ada dua tipe yaitu krim tipe minyak dalam air (M/A) dan tipe air dalam minyak (A/M). Trietanolamin (TEA) merupakan senyawa sabun yang terbentuk melalui transplantasi asam lemak dan produk trietanol teknis yang mengandung 10-15% dietanolamin dan 5% monoetanolamin. Trietanolamin berfungsi untuk menetralkan asam lemak, menyesuaikan buffer pH, solubilizes minyak dan bahan-bahan lain yang tidak benar-benar larut dalam air. Tujuan: untuk mengetahui pengaruh variasi konsentrasi trietanolamin terhadap sifat fisika dan kimia pada sediaan krim ekstrak etanol 96% daun dadap (Erythrina Subumbrans) dan mengetahui pada konsentrasi trietanolamin berapa menghasilkan sifat fisika dan kimia krim yang baik. Metode: Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) yaitu Formulai krim dengan variasi konsentrasi trietanolamin. Penelitian dilaksanakan di Laboratorium Farmasetika Universitas Bali Internasional pada bulan Juli sampai Agustus 2022. Hasil: sediaan krim uji tipe krim yaitu M/A, stabil, homogen, rata-rata nilai viskositas yaitu 9.768 cPs ± 12,000, 7.948 cPs ± 18,330, dan 6.164 cPs ± 36,661,  nilai daya sebar 5,53 cm ± 0.015, 6,140 cm ± 0.020, dan 6,600cm ± 0.010, nilai daya lekat 7,233 ± 0,153, 6,567 ± 0,153, dan 5,300 ± 0,100, nilai pH 6,167 ± 0,021), 6,377 ± 0,025, dan 6,690 ± 0,030. Kesimpulan: Terdapat pengaruh variasi konsentrasi trietanolamin terhadap sifat fisika dan kimia pada sediaan krim ekstrak etanol 96% daun dadap (Erythrina Subumbrans) yaitu pada uji viskositas, daya sebar, daya lekat dan pH. Konsentrasi trietanolamin yang menghasilkan sifat fisika dan kimia yang baik pada krim yaitu 4%.
The Cultural, Pharmacological, and Spiritual Significance of Tri Ketuka in Balinese Healing and Yoga Sugata, I Made; Ayu Kartika, I Gusti Agung; Puspita Apsari , Dewi; Windra Wartana Putra, I Gusti Ngurah Agung
Jurnal Kajian Bali (Journal of Bali Studies) Vol. 15 No. 2 (2025): Symbolism in Balinese Rituals
Publisher : Universitas Udayana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/JKB.2025.v15.i02.p13

Abstract

This study delves into the cultural, pharmacological, and spiritual significance of Tri Ketuka, a traditional Balinese polyherbal formulation composed of Acorus calamus, Cryptocarya massoy, and Allium sativum, as documented in classical Usadha manuscripts. These three plants are not only known for their therapeutic properties but also for their symbolic role in promoting balance and holistic well-being within Balinese healing and yoga traditions. This qualitative study employed document analysis to investigate the use of Tri Ketuka in both healing rituals and yoga-based practices, particularly the Jala Neti nasal cleansing technique. The analysis is supported by illustrative testimonial evidence from users. The findings underscore the medicinal, spiritual, and cultural value of Tri Ketuka, affirming its relevance in both traditional and modern wellness contexts. The study also highlights the potential for integrating Balinese traditional medicine into contemporary healthcare as part of alternative and complementary therapies.