Rep: Binti Sholikah/ Red: Andi Nur AminahAn immune-supporting supplement product made from Spirulina platensis, which was developed by the Pharmacy Study Program (Prodi) of the Vocational School (SV) Sebelas Maret University (UNS) Solo.In developing this product, the SV UNS Pharmacy Study Program collaborated with PT Brigit Biofarmaka.REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, SOLO -- The Pharmacy Study Program (SV) of the Sebelas Maret University (UNS) Solo is developing an immune-supporting supplement product.The supplement comes from the food ingredient Spirulina platensis.In developing this product, the SV UNS Pharmacy Study Program collaborated with PT Brigit Biofarmaka.Head of the D3 Pharmacy Study Program at SV UNS, Anif Nur Artanti, said that Spirulina platensis was chosen because of its complete phytonutrient content or natural compounds.In addition, Spirulina platensis can also increase the activation of macrophage cells and the production of cytokines as well as stimulate effective antibodies to increase the immune response.This is in accordance with the conditions in the world that are facing the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic.So, the body needs to eat foods that can increase and balance immunity.Because, diseases caused by viral infections generally attack the body in conditions of fatigue, stress, or with an irregular eating pattern."So Spirulina platensis is very good for the body as a super food. It contains 60-70 percent protein, 20-25 percent carbohydrates, 3-5 percent fat, 5-8 percent minerals and vitamins, as well as 2-5 percent water. Spirulina platensis plays a role in stabilizing the number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and hemoglobin," Anif explained as written in a press release recently.Anif added, in addition to its excellent content, in terms of ingredient safety, several research results show Spirulina platensis is a safe and natural food ingredient with concentrated nutritional support for optimal health and well-being.Anif explained, the multifunctional role of Spirulina platensis species makes it an ideal natural medicine for prevention (prophylaxis) and therapy with enormous benefits."Judging from its characteristics, Spirulina platensis microalgae also has the potential as a raw material source of antioxidant compounds that can be used for cosmetic ingredients and pharmaceutical preparations that are beneficial to the body," Anif added.Not only Covid-19, he continued, several other viral diseases can also be relieved by Spirulina platensis.The polysaccharide content in spirulina is reported to be able to inhibit the replication of several viruses such as herpesvirus simplex, influenza virus, measles virus, mumps virus, Cytomegalovirus (CMV), and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV-1).In fact, Spirulina platensis extract has the potential to be developed into a therapy that can help Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) patients live a longer normal life."These various advantages are further proven by the fact that Spirulina platensis has been used as a food ingredient since 400 years ago and has been developed in various countries. Moreover, Spirulina platensis is easy to cultivate and harvest and is easily digested by humans," he explained.However, Anif said, further research is needed for the development carried out by the D3 Pharmacy SV UNS.The aim is to dig deeper into the potential of immunostimulators and immunomodulators of each chemical component in Spirulina platensis.BI Records 133 Thousand Traders in Riau Islands Using QRISAskrindo Syariah Launches Online Guarantee Application /i>MAASYAThe Fintech Industry is Assessed as Ready to Become a Source of National Economic GrowthOverdeck, Former Amazon Employee Who Has Built His Own CompanyMetaverse Will Make This Job Boom, Check Out the List!Scholarships are awarded starting in the academic year 2022/2023There are still two paths that prospective students who have not graduated can follow.Spy Kids adventure film doesn't have a premiere date yetLPBD was formed seeing the high potential for disaster in Polengan VillageUkraine is ready to become a non-aligned and non-nuclear country as long as there are security guarantees from Russia.Phone: 021 780 3747 Fax: 021 799 7903 Email: newsroom@rol.republika.co.id (Redaksi) sekretariat@republika.co.id (Redaksi) marketing@republika.co.id (Marketing)Copyright © 2018 Republika.co.id, All right reserved