The Effect of Moringa Leaf Extract Intervention Since Preconception Period on the Prevention of Oxidative Stress in Pregnant Women and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes

Background: Oxidative stress occurs due to an imbalance of oxidants and anti-oxidants is often associated with poor pregnancy outcomes. Therefore, additional supplementation needed since the preconception period prevent oxidative This study aims examine effect supplementing Moringa leaf extract on prevention in pregnant women Methods: observational a prospective cohort design. The research subjects were third trimester consisting 2 groups, namely control group who only received Iron-Folic Acid (IFA) supplements (n = 30) that moringa IFA 26). Then examination Malondialdehyde (MDA) levels as biomarker was carried out using ELISA (enzyme-link immune sorbent) method, followed by outcomes including birth weight length. Data analyzed unpaired t test. Results: results showed there no significant differences MDA, length two groups p value > 0.05. Nevertheless, MDA level 49.25 nmol/ml higher than + which 47.58 nmol/ml. Likewise, average 3042.3 grams 48.62 cm 2993.7 48.23 cm. also had babies < 2500 49.48 48 49.13 nmol/l compared ≥ 48.50 but difference (p>0.05). Conclusion: tends be can increased improve