LITERATUR REVIEW: THE EFFECT OF GIVING HONEY ON THE INCREASED HEMOGLOBINE LEVELS IN PREGNANT WOMEN

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Introduction: Anemia is a condition in which red blood cells (erythrocytes) have decreased or

decreased hemoglobin, so that the oxygen carrying capacity of the organs is reduced. About 75%

of internal nutritional anemia is caused by iron deficiency. Honey can be used as an alternative to

increase hemoglobin levels. Honey is a thick liquid that is widely known by the community and

can act as a medicine for various diseases. The benefits of honey have been widely used in the

medical field because of the complete and natural nutrition of honey. Method: Literature tracing

electronic means with a keyword guide. 5 articles were selected, each of which represented an

effect of giving honey on the increase in hemoglobin levels and provided various information.

Results: There was an effect of offering honey on the increase in hemoglobin levels, because there

was a significant difference between offering honey before and after treatment. Discussion: Honey

is an alternative that can be used to treat anemia problems. Honey contains essential minerals such

as calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, iron, magnesium and copper. Conclusion: The

conclusion based on the analysis that has been done is the use of honey is effective in increasing

hemoglobin levels.

Keywords: Honey, Anemia, Pregnant

Nama Prosiding : The 1st International Nursing and Health Sciences Symposium (INHSS)
ISSN : ISBN : 978-623-6730-03-4
Tahun : 2020
Peneliti : Alfiah Rahmawati,, Muliatul Jannah,
Diunggah tanggal : Sabtu, 2021-02-20