PEMBERIAN UBI UNGU MIX KACANG MERAH TERHADAP KADAR GULA DARAH PADA MAHASISWA JURUSAN GIZI

Abstract

Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a health problem frequently complained about by people worldwide due to its increasing incidence. Diabetes Mellitus is a group of metabolic diseases characterized by hyperglycemia resulting from abnormalities in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both.Diabetes mellitus is a growing health problem, and purple sweet potatoes and kidney beans are known to have the potential to lower blood sugar levels. Purple sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas L.) have many benefits, one of which is lowering blood sugar levels. This study aims to determine the effect of giving purple sweet potato cake mixed with red beans on blood sugar levels in nutrition students at the Manado Ministry of Health Polytechnic. This study used a quasi-experimental design involving 33 respondents, consisting of Nutrition students. The method used was the administration of purple sweet potato cake mixed with red beans for three days, with blood sugar levels measured before and after the intervention using a glucometer. The results showed a significant difference in blood sugar levels before and after the cake was given, with a p-value of 0.002 (p<0.05), indicating that the cake was effective in lowering blood sugar levels. Furthermore, data analysis showed an increase in energy, protein, fat, and carbohydrate intake during the study period. This study concluded that purple sweet potato cake mixed with red beans can be a beneficial food alternative for managing blood sugar levels, as well as providing important information for students about healthy eating patterns