Blossom : Journal of Midwifery
Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): Blossom : Journal Of Midwifery Volume 1 Nomor 2 2026

The Effect of Green Spinach Juice Consumption on Increasing Hemoglobin Levels in Third-Trimester Pregnant Women

Linda linda (Universitas Dharmas Indonesia)
Siti Khotimah (Unknown)
Rati Purwati (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Sep 2026

Abstract

Background: Anemia in pregnancy remains a significant health problem, particularly due to inadequate iron intake and increased iron requirements during pregnancy. Green spinach contains iron and nutrients that may support hemoglobin formation. Aim: This study aimed to determine the effect of green spinach juice consumption on increasing hemoglobin levels among third-trimester pregnant women. Methods: This study used a pre-experimental one group pretest-posttest design. The study was conducted in the working area of Kuamang Jaya Community Health Center, Bungo Regency, in 2026. Ten third-trimester pregnant women were selected based on inclusion criteria. Hemoglobin levels were measured before and after intervention with green spinach juice for 30 days. Data were analyzed using statistical tests to determine differences before and after intervention. Results: The mean hemoglobin level before intervention was 8.81 g/dL and increased to 13.56 g/dL after intervention, with a mean increase of 4.75 g/dL (p-value = 0.000; p < 0.05). Conclusion: Green spinach juice consumption was associated with a significant increase in hemoglobin levels among third-trimester pregnant women and may be considered as a complementary intervention alongside standard antenatal care

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Journal Info

Abbrev

blossom

Publisher

Subject

Health Professions Nursing Public Health

Description

Blossom: Journal of Midwifery is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to the dissemination of high-quality research and evidence-based practices in midwifery and maternal-neonatal health. Our primary mission is to advance the science of midwifery by providing a platform for researchers, ...