NJMS
Vol. 2 No. 12 (2026): Nusadaya Journal of Multidiciplinary Studies, February 2026

POTENSI ANTIBAKTERI EKSTRAK BUAH NANAS (ANANAS COMOSUS) DALAM MENGHAMBAT PERTUMBUHAN STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS PENYEBAB KETOMBE

Annisaturrahmah Himawan (Universitas Hasanuddin)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Feb 2026

Abstract

Dandruff Is A Common Scalp Disorder That May Be Associated With Microbial Growth, Including Staphylococcus Aureus. The Use Of Natural Products As Alternative Treatments Has Gained Increasing Attention, One Of Which Is Pineapple (Ananas Comosus), Which Contains Active Compounds Such As Bromelain, Flavonoids, And Organic Acids With Potential Antibacterial Properties. This Study Aimed To Evaluate The Antibacterial Potential Of Pineapple Fruit Extract In Inhibiting The Growth Of Staphylococcus Aureus. This Research Employed A Laboratory Experimental Design Using The Disc Diffusion Method. Pineapple Extract Was Prepared In Various Concentrations And Tested Against Staphylococcus Aureus. The Results Showed That Pineapple Extract Exhibited Inhibitory Activity Against Bacterial Growth, Indicated By The Formation Of Inhibition Zones Around The Discs. Higher Concentrations Resulted In Larger Inhibition Zones. Therefore, Pineapple Fruit Extract Has Potential As A Natural Antibacterial Agent Against Staphylococcus Aureus.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

njms

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Subject

Dentistry Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health

Description

Nusadaya Journal of Multidiciplinary Studies is published every month by LPPM Akademi Administrasi Rumah Sakit Mataram (Mataram Hospital Administration Academy). The journal publishes original research articles, community engangement, and literature review in the field of health and medical sciences ...