Utilization of Binahong Leaves (Anredera Cordifolia) as Traditional Medicine

Abstract

Abstract: The use of natural materials as medicine tends to increase with the issue of back to nature and prolonged crises that result in a decrease in people's purchasing power for modern drugs which are relatively more expensive. Binahong plant (Anredera cordifolia (Ten.) Steenis) is one plant that can potentially be an alternative in overcoming hypercholesterolemia. Herbal tea bags are practical drink ingredients that easy to make at a cost that is not too expensive. Therefore, the use of binahong leaves for tea bags becomes very possible with the intention to lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels in people suffering from hypercholesterolemia and diabetes mellitus. This dedication intends to provide counseling about the benefits of binahong leaves for health and training in making tea bags from binahong leaves. The results of the study went smoothly, safely and orderly. The activity was held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 with participants consisting of PRA Argorejo Sedayu Bantul, PRA Kauman and all Aisyiyah Central Leadership Staff and the surrounding community with a total of 36 participants. The activity began with an opening, and followed by remarks from the head of service. Furthermore, the first material was the Utilization of Traditional Medicine, followed by the material on the use of binahong leaves as a traditional medicine, and then continued the practice of making tea bags from binahong leaf powder.