Utilization of Pineapple as Essential Oil for Respiratory Disorders: Case Study

Penulis

  • Roni Permana Department of Primary Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Mandiri, Subang 41211, Indonesia
  • Fidya Afiyatusyifa Sekolah Menengah Petama Negeri 2 Subang, Subang, Indonesia
  • Riska Yuliana Dewi Sekolah Menengah Petama Negeri 2 Subang, Subang, Indonesia

Kata Kunci:

Bromelain, Essential oil, Mild respiratory disorders, Natural anti-inflammatory, Pineapple fruit

Abstrak

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of pineapple (Ananas comosus) Essential oil in alleviating mild respiratory disorders such as cough and shortness of breath. A quasi-experimental method was used, involving two groups: an experimental group receiving therapy with pineapple Essential oil and a control group receiving warm water without oil. The results showed a significant reduction in respiratory symptoms in the experimental group (p < 0.01), while no significant change was observed in the control group. The bromelain content and volatile compounds in pineapple play a role in reducing inflammation and helping to open the airways. These findings indicate that pineapple Essential oil has potential as a natural alternative therapy for mild respiratory problems.

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2025-03-10

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Roni Permana, Fidya Afiyatusyifa, & Riska Yuliana Dewi. (2025). Utilization of Pineapple as Essential Oil for Respiratory Disorders: Case Study. TIME in Physics, 3(1), 15–19. Diambil dari http://ejournal.universitasmandiri.ac.id/index.php/timeinphys/article/view/176

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