Sosialisasi Pembuatan Simplisia Dan Senyawa Kimia Pada Tanaman Belimbing Wuluh ( Averrhoa Bilimbi L) Sebagai Pencegah Hipertensi Pada Puskesmas Tamalanrea

Abstract

Traditional medicine refers to medicinal products derived from natural sources, such as plants, animals, and minerals, which have been used for centuries. These remedies are often formulated into herbal preparations and utilized for therapeutic purposes.The evolution of traditional medicine has led to the development of herbal remedies, primarily derived from plant-based sources. Traditional medicine offers numerous health benefits, Hypertension, a non-communicable disease, remains a pressing health concern (East Java Health Department, 2018). This condition often goes undetected due to its nonspecific symptoms. Although hypertension is rarely fatal, managing blood pressure is crucial. One effective approach involves utilizing medicinal plants with beneficial effects, such as belimbing wuluh (Averrhoa bilimbi).including the treatment of hypertension. Belimbing wuluh leaves, a traditional remedy, contain potassium citrate, which enhances urine production and helps lower blood pressure. Additionally, the plant's chemical constituents, including p-nitromethylphenyl benzenesulfonate, ethyl acetate, propyl acetate, ethyl butyl ether, methyl benzene, and 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid diethyl ester, are believed to contribute to blood pressure reduction. Puskesmas Tamalanrea, located at Block B No. 311, Perumahan Bumi Tamalanrea Permai, Jl. Kesejahteraan Tim 1, Tamalanrea, Makassar.

Keywords: Socialization,Simples , Averrhoa bilimbi Leaves