Nama: Feby Nursyarah

NIM: A320210241

Class: J

processed moringa leaves to improve the nutritional status of toddlers in efforts to prevent
stunting

Stunting results from both chronic nutritional intake and infectious disease. One effort in stunting
prevention is by using local crops as food. Kelor (moringaoleifera) plant is one of the items that have
a million health benefits.
The study is aimed at knowing how the kelor's influence is to increase the nutritional status of
infants in stunting prevention efforts.

The method of research used is the design of artificial experiment (quasy experiment study) using
the design of one group pre and post design test. Where before the intervention of the kelor leaf,
both the experiment and control groups conducted measurements of infants regarding height and
weight with the intention of knowing the group's condition before the intervention. Then after
intervention, experiment and control groups were refitted to analyze the leaf's processed taste for
improved nutritional status of the toddler.

That the processed leaf given during research done by kelor once a month is obtained, toddlers in
the treatment group that consumed the kelor leaf processed for one month are monitored using the
obedience checklist sheet that combines the kelor leaf with a difference in height before and after
the procedure. And it was found that stunted toddlers in treatment groups turned their diets into
normal nutritional status.

Herbal plants are generally used as an alternative treatment. Although it has many benefits, it does
not mean that this type of plant does not have side effects. This also applies to Moringa leaves, one
of the benefits-rich plants that are often dubbed superfoods. Since ancient times, Moringa leaves
have been used as herbal medicine because of its various properties. However, if used excessively, the
side effects of Moringa leaves can be felt by the body, Quoted from the Healthifyme.com site and
compiled from other sources, here is a list of side effects of Moringa leaves that can be felt by the
body. Moringa leaves if consumed in excess are known to cause stomach upset. This is considering,
Moringa leaves have laxative properties. In large quantities, stomach disorders such as gas pressure
and heartburn can be felt by the body. Reporting from Alodokter, laxatives are actually used
according to the doctor's prescription and advice. In addition, this type of drug should not be used
every day and in the long term.
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