Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the ways and objectives of the use of turmeric by Balinese, as well as the phytochemical content and antioxidant capacity of turmeric extract which is traditionally processed in Bali. Research methods: The method and purpose of utilizing turmeric were obtained through observation and interviews with 900 Balinese respondents. Quantitative phytochemical tests include starch, protein, flavonoid, tannin, phenol and vitamin C levels and qualitatively for the presence of triterpenes, steroids, alkaloids, and saponins. Antioxidant capacity was measured using the DPPH method. Findings: Through this research, we found there were only 36.8% of respondents had ever used turmeric as a traditional medicine. Utilization of turmeric was mostly in the form of loloh or traditional drinks. Phytochemical test results showed turmeric extract had 67.38% starch, 3.42% protein, 2709.39 mg/100 gr flavonoids, tannins 291.64 mg/100gr, phenol 1584.04 mg/100 gr, and vitamin C 0.06 mg/100gr. Qualitatively, turmeric extract contained triterpenes, alkaloids, and saponins, but did not contain steroids. The antioxidant capacity of turmeric extract was 70.9 mg/L GAEAC. Implications: Turmeric extract is a traditional medicine made from nature that is most commonly used by Balinese and very potential to be developed as an antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, or other benefits that still need further investigation.
Along with the development of pandemic situation which entered the new normal era and successful vaccination of COVID-19, community activities in Bali's tourism centers began to gradually recover, including Kedonganan Beach. However, the risk of COVID-19 transmission remains high due to congested community activities and decreased of health protocols. The solutions and methods offered in this community service are COVID-19 and health protocols refreshment, health assistance and counseling, digital payment socialization, and the provision of hand sanitizers and masks to prevent COVID-19. The implementation of this PKM activity has been going well, seen from the attendance and enthusiasm of the participants, and there has been an increase in participants' knowledge and attitudes regarding the prevention of COVID-19. Through this activity, participants are expected to be an example for the community and keep discipline in implementing health protocols.
Preventing COVID19 transmission in community is currently important. As one of villages located close to Bali’s tourism centre, Bukian village is expected to be more vigilant in preventing the spread of COVID19. However, the public knowledge about COVID19 was low, the people was careless with pandemic situation, and public socialization was limited, making the effort in preventing the transmission of the disease at that time had not run optimally. This community empowerment activities lasted for 1 month in the form of providing education with online methods and intensive mentoring of one student, one participant, targeting families and members of the COVID19 task force, with a sum of 10 students and 10 participants. All activities went well and enthusiasm of participants was quite good. Pre-test and post-test questionnaires were given to evaluate the increase in the knowledge and attitudes of the participants, then analyzed by wilcoxon test and there was a significant increase in knowledge and attitude of participants (p value <0,05).
Background: Flatfoot (pes planus) causes mechanical pressure in the knee and increases contact between the patellar articulation surfaces, increasing knee pain. The weight gain can increase the risk of flatfoot because of excessive loading and ligament stretching beyond the elastic limit. This study aims to determine the association between body mass index (BMI) and knee pain on flexible flat foot among students at Universitas Warmadewa, Denpasar.Methods: A cross sectional analytic study was conducted among 100 new students of the Universitas Warmadewa Denpasar between May-December 2019. Flat foot screening was carried out using the wet footprint test and plantar arch index (PAI) measurement. BMI was measured through the weight and height of the sample. Patellofemoral pain was measured using the Kujala anterior knee pain scale questionnaire. Descriptive analysis was analyzed by SPSS version 20 for Windows to determine the mean, SE, maximum, and minimum value of all ratio variables. The correlation was tested with Spearman with a significance level of p <0.05.Results: The average BMI value was 27.6 kg/m2, the average PAI of the right foot was 1.42, the average PAI of the left foot was 1.48, and the average score of the Kujala score was 77.22. There was a positive correlation between BMI with flexible flat foot on the right and left foot with significant results (p = <0.05, r = -0.24; p = <0.05, r = 0.307 respectively). There was a negative correlation between Kujala score with flexible flat foot on the right and left foot with significant results (p = <0.05, r = -0.238; p = <0.05, r = -0.366 respectively).Conclusion: Flexible flat foot significantly correlates to BMI and Kujala score. The higher BMI value, the PAI leg will be higher. The higher PAI value of the foot, the Kujala score will be lower.
Bali is an island that is famous for its culture, including traditional medicine. In traditional medicine, the Balinese use various kinds of medicinal plants, one of which is Turmeric. The purpose of this study was to determine the ways and objectives of the use of turmeric by Balinese, as well as the phytochemical content and antioxidant capacity of turmeric extract which is traditionally processed in Bali. The method and purpose of utilizing turmeric were obtained through observation and interviews with 900 Balinese respondents. Quantitative phytochemical tests include starch, protein, flavonoid, tannin, phenol and vitamin C levels and qualitatively for the presence of triterpenes, steroids, alkaloids, and saponins. Antioxidant capacity was measured using the DPPH method. Through this research, we found there were only 36.8% of respondents had ever used turmeric as a traditional medicine. Utilization of turmeric was mostly in the form of loloh or traditional drinks. Phytochemical test results showed turmeric extract had 67.38% starch, 3.42% protein, 2709.39 mg/100 gr flavonoids, tannins 291.64 mg/100gr, phenol 1584.04 mg/100 gr, and vitamin C 0.06 mg/100gr. Qualitatively, turmeric extract contained triterpenes, alkaloids, and saponins, but did not contain steroids. The antioxidant capacity of turmeric extract was 70.9 mg/L GAEAC. Turmeric extract is a traditional medicine made from nature that is most commonly used by Balinese and very potential to be developed as an antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, or other benefits that still need further investigation.
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