Uji Fitokimia Dan Aktivitas Antioksidan Ekstrak Etanol Daun Kelor (Moringa Oleifera)
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https://doi.org/10.59585/bajik.v3i3.777Keywords:
Moringa Oleifera, Ethanol Extract, Phytochemicals, Antioxidants, DPPH, IC₅₀Abstract
Background: Free radicals play a major role in causing damage to cells and body tissues, which can trigger various degenerative diseases. One preventive strategy is the use of antioxidants. Moringa oleifera leaves are a herb known to be rich in phytochemical compounds with high antioxidant potential.
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the phytochemical content and antioxidant activity of ethanol extract of Moringa leaves as a natural ingredient with potential use in the development of pharmaceutical products or functional foods.
Methods: Moringa leaves were extracted using a maceration method with 96% ethanol as a solvent. Phytochemical tests were conducted to identify secondary metabolites such as alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, tannins, steroids, and terpenoids. Antioxidant activity was analyzed using the DPPH (2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl) method, and IC₅₀ values were calculated to determine their antioxidant potential.
Results: The ethanol extract of Moringa leaves contained flavonoids, saponins, tannins, and alkaloids. The DPPH test results showed that the extract had an IC₅₀ value of 65.4 µg/mL, which is categorized as moderate antioxidant activity.
Conclusion: The ethanol extract of Moringa leaves contains diverse phytochemicals and significant antioxidant activity. This demonstrates the great potential of Moringa leaves as a source of natural antioxidants in the development of herbal medicines and functional food products.
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