HERBAL MORINGA TEA COUNSELING FOR PREVENTING STUNTING IN TODDLERS AND PREGNANT WOMEN

Nabila Hani Setyaputri; Muhamad Vicky Saifudin N; Kania Rachmadira Putri; Hikam  Haikal; Rambu Ayu Eryani; Akhmad Ahfas

doi:10.61796/jscs.v2i2.320

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Nabila Hani Setyaputri
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Muhammadiyah University of Sidoarjo, Indonesia
Muhamad Vicky Saifudin N Muhammadiyah University of Sidoarjo, Indonesia
Kania Rachmadira Putri Muhammadiyah University of Sidoarjo, Indonesia
Hikam Haikal Muhammadiyah University of Sidoarjo, Indonesia
Rambu Ayu Eryani Muhammadiyah University of Sidoarjo, Indonesia
Akhmad Ahfas Muhammadiyah University of Sidoarjo, Indonesia

Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Social Community Service

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Objective: This study aims to explore the utilization of Moringa oleifera leaves as a nutritional intervention to prevent and reduce stunting among toddlers through the development of Moringa herbal tea. Method: A community-based education and training program was conducted involving members of the Family Welfare Empowerment (PKK) g roup. The program included stages of preparation, implementation, and evaluation, focusing on knowledge transfer regarding the nutritional benefits of Moringa leaves and hands-on training in herbal tea production. Results: The training significantly improved participants’ understanding of the nutritional content and processing techniques of Moringa leaves, particularly their rich composition in protein, beta-carotene, calcium, iron, magnesium, vitamin C, and vitamin A, along with potent antioxidant compounds. Novelty: This initiative presents a localized and sustainable approach by empowering community members—especially women—as agents of change in combating malnutrition and stunting, through the production and promotion of Moringa-based functional beverages. The integration of traditional knowledge with scientific insight into nutrition showcases an innovative model of health promotion at the grassroots level.

Hani Setyaputri, N., Vicky Saifudin N, M., Rachmadira Putri, K., Haikal, H., Ayu Eryani, R., & Ahfas, A. (2025). HERBAL MORINGA TEA COUNSELING FOR PREVENTING STUNTING IN TODDLERS AND PREGNANT WOMEN. Journal of Social Comunity Services, 2(2), 151–157. https://doi.org/10.61796/jscs.v2i2.320

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