Claim Missing Document
Check
Articles

Found 2 Documents
Search

HUBUNGAN PEMBERIAN ASI EKSKLUSIF TERHADAP BERAT DAN TINGGI BADAN BERDASARKAN UMUR BAYI DI DESA SIANTARASA, KABUPATEN TOBA, SUMATERA UTARA Aritonang, Putri; Hutabarat, Theresia Saurina Febriadella; Silaen, Wesri Martua; Nasution, Wahyu Hadiyansyah; Pulungan , Ahmad Shafwan S.
Jurnal Sains Indonesia Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): Vol 6 No 1 (2025): Volume 6, Nomor 1, 2025 (Maret)
Publisher : PUSAT SAINS INDONESIA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59897/jsi.v6i1.230

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the relationship between exclusive breastfeeding and infant growth in weight and height by age in Siantarasa Village, Toba Regency. The study was conducted using a quantitative approach on 30 infants aged 0–5 months at the Anggur Integrated Health Post (Posyandu), Nassau Community Health Center (Puskesmas), using weight measurements with infant scales, height measurements with a stadiometer, and collecting information on breastfeeding status, maternal awareness, and other supporting factors. The results showed that the average weight of female infants was 3.346 kg with a height of 91.473 cm, while male infants had an average weight of 3.34 kg and a height of 93.78 cm. The number of infants receiving exclusive breastfeeding decreased from 30 infants at 0 months of age to 26 infants at 2–5 months of age. The discussion of this study highlights the importance of exclusive breastfeeding in supporting infant growth through complete and easily absorbed nutritional content, such as calcium and protein, which strongly support the energy needs and development of infants. However, challenges were found in the form of a lack of maternal awareness, minimal support from health workers, and aggressive formula promotion, which impacted the reduced sustainability of exclusive breastfeeding. This study concludes that exclusive breastfeeding has a positive influence on infant growth in weight and height, and emphasizes the need for increased awareness and support from the community and health workers to ensure that exclusive breastfeeding practices can be maintained optimally.
Antibacterial Potential of Red Betel Leaf (Piper crocatum) Extract for Women’s Reproductive Health Pakpahan, Amkani Angelita; Bazura, Hughes; Susanto, Rafli; Hutabarat, Theresia Saurina Febriadella; Manda, Yutha N; Pratiwi, Nanda
QISTINA: Jurnal Multidisiplin Indonesia Vol 4, No 2 (2025): December 2025
Publisher : CV. Rayyan Dwi Bharata

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57235/qistina.v4i2.7286

Abstract

This study looks at how red betel (Piper crocatum) extract can help keep women's reproductive health in good condition using natural methods. The research used a descriptive qualitative approach, mainly by looking at existing scientific articles and data from journals and databases between 2015 and 2025. The focus was on finding out which active ingredients are in red betel, how they fight bacteria, and why they might be useful in preventing infections in the female reproductive system. The research shows that red betel has compounds like flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins, and phenolics that work together to stop harmful bacteria from growing, especially Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. These compounds fight bacteria in several ways, such as breaking down the bacterial cell walls, stopping important enzymes from working, and messing up the bacteria's energy processes. Studies also show that using red betel in the form of a decoction can help reduce symptoms like vaginal discharge while keeping the good bacteria in the vagina balanced. Compared to man-made antiseptics, red betel has similar antibacterial effects but causes less irritation and is less likely to lead to bacteria becoming resistant. This makes it a promising option for a safe and eco-friendly natural alternative in feminine hygiene and women's health care. More research is needed to find the best way to extract these compounds and to test their effectiveness through proper clinical studies.