Processing of Red Ginger Powder Drink to Improve the Immune System During the Covid-19 Pandemic

  • Hasni Yaturramadhan Faculty of Health, Aufa Royhan University in Padangsidimpuan City
  • Anwar Syahdat Faculty of Health, Aufa Royhan University in Padangsidimpuan City
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56338/jphp.v1i3.3722
Keywords: Ginger Powder, Antioxidant, Preference Level

Abstract

Introduction: Covid-19 is a disease that must be watched out for because of its relatively fast transmission and has a mortality rate that cannot be ignored and there is no definitive therapy. The body's immune system is important for maintained in this covid-19 era, in addition to consuming adequate nutrition, regular rest, supplements that contain lots of vitamin C and good sources of antioxidants for consumption. The purpose of this research is to make red ginger powder drink to improve the immune system.

Methods: Experimental Research conducted at the Traditional Medicine Laboratory, Pharmacy Study Program, Undergraduate Program, Aufa Royhan University.

Results: Based on the water content test that the water content in ginger powder is 1.30%. As well as the Organoleptic Test Conducted, Panelists Liked Red Ginger Powder Drink.

Conclusion: Antioxidants in Red Ginger Can Boost the Immune System   

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Published
2021-11-25
How to Cite
Hasni Yaturramadhan, & Anwar Syahdat. (2021). Processing of Red Ginger Powder Drink to Improve the Immune System During the Covid-19 Pandemic . Journal of Public Health and Pharmacy, 1(3), 46-48. https://doi.org/10.56338/jphp.v1i3.3722
Issue
Vol. 1 No. 3: NOVEMBER 2021
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