Application Of Red Betel Leaf (Piper Crocatum) Decoction Water In Reducing Blood Glucose In Elderly Diabetes Mellitus Type II

Application Of Red Betel Leaf (Piper Crocatum)

Abstract

The elderly are individuals older than 60 years who are prone to various degenerative diseases, one of

which is diabetes mellitus. Diabetes mellitus is characterized by high blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia).

Uncontrolled diabetes can cause complications such as visual impairment, nerve damage, kidney

problems, and wounds that are difficult to heal. One alternative that helps lower blood sugar levels is

with red betel leaf decoction (piper crocatum) which contains flavonoids and alkaloids with

antihyperglycemia effects. This study aims to determine the effect of giving red betel leaf decoction (piper

crocatum) on lowering blood sugar levels in elderly people with type II diabetes mellitus. The research

was conducted descriptively with a case study approach on two elderly people in Cot Mesjid village,

Lueng Bata sub-district, Banda Aceh city on February 06-12, 2025. The instruments used include

informed concent, assessment sheet, observation sheet, blood sugar meter, SOP sheet, red betel leaf and

water. The results showed a decrease in blood sugar levels from 427 mg/dl to 225 mg/dl in subject I, and

from 229 mg/dl to 108 mg/dl in subject II. The conclusion is that red betel leaf decoction water is

effective in reducing blood sugar levels. It is hoped that red betel leaf decoction can be used as an

intervention to reduce blood sugar levels in the elderly