October 1st: A historic date for the Indonesian people
October is a special month for the Indonesian people. This month there are many important historical moments that should always be remembered by the Indonesian people, especially the younger generation. Starting from the beginning of October to be exact today. October 1 is a very historic date for the Indonesian people where every year it will always be remembered as the day of ***the magic of Pancasila or Kesaktian Pancasila in indonesian.***
*What is Pancasila for the Indonesian people?*
Pancasila is the ideological pillar of the Indonesian state. Pillars can be interpreted as a reinforcing pole of a building as well as the main base or main support pole. There are 4 pillars for the conditions for the establishment of the Indonesian nation :
*Five Sila*
*The 1945 Constitution (the year the*
*Indonesian nation was born)*
*Republic of Indonesia*
*Unity in Diversity ( Bhinneka Tunggal Ika )*
Commemorating the birth of the holy day of Pancasila
October 1 for the Indonesian people will definitely remind us of a history or reconnect with the moment that happened on September 30, 1965. At that time, there was a group of rebels who wanted to seize power or overthrow the government at that time. One of them is wanting to destroy the goals and contents of Pancasila which was initiated by the government at that time when Indonesia became independent and became a country. And there are some groups who want to oppose the Government. Then the government and the military tried to defend it and fight these rebels so that 7 high-ranking army military officers were killed or killed during the rebellion. So that every October 1 is commemorated as the day of the magic of Pancasila based on a decree of the minister / commander of the army dated September 17, 1966. Because the contents contained in Pancasila were able to thwart communist efforts to destroy the contents contained in Pancasila. This is why Pancasila is called sacred.
Initiator of Pancasila Sanctity Day
The Pancasila sacred day was initiated by the then 2nd president of Indonesia, Soeharto. At that time he was still serving as Major General as Commander of the Army Strategic Command and took over command of the Army. After getting permission from Indonesia's first president Soekarno.
The meaning of this Pancasila sacred day was created :
First, as a day where all high-ranking officers and members of the Indonesian army mourned because during the Rebellion on September 30, 1965, many army officers died.
Second, the supernatural power of Pancasila also has the meaning of respect.
The Origin of Pancasila
In the language of Panca - Sila comes from two Sanskrit words, namely Panca meaning Five and Sila meaning life or principle so that the basis for the establishment of the Indonesian state is guided by this Pancasila.
So, the meaning of Pancasila is also used as a basis if there are obstacles or disturbances that attack the Indonesian nation so that it remains firmly standing in the face of various national problems. Values or items contained in Pancasila are created based on Indonesian life and traditions.
After conducting long negotiations at that time, finally, 5 points or the contents of the Pancasila were born, namely :
*1. God Almighty*
*2. Just and civilized humanity*
*3. Indonesian Union*
*4. Democracy led by wisdom in representative deliberation*
*5. Social justice for all Indonesian people.*
*( In Indonesian )*
*1. Ketuhanan yang Maha Esa*
*2. Kemanusiaan yang adil dan beradab*
*3. Persatuan Indonesia*
*4. Kerakyatan yang di pimpin oleh hikmat kebijaksanaan dalam permusyawaratan perwakilan*
*5. Keadilan sosial bagi seluruh rakyat Indonesia*
Each of the contents of this Pancasila has its own symbol and meaning. All of that must be applied in people's lives in maintaining the values of Pancasila.
The first precept symbol is the golden star
The second precept symbol is the chain rope
The third precept symbol is the banyan tree
The symbol of the fourth precept is the head of the bull
The symbols of the fifth precept are cotton and rice
Pancasila with the symbol of the garuda bird
Pancasila has a special symbol that is in the form of a Garuda Bird, that's why we call it Garuda Pancasila. And each side of the symbol also has the meaning of the birth of the Indonesian nation.
Why was the Garuda Bird chosen as the symbol of the Indonesian state? Because Garuda is the king of all birds which is also known as the magic bird eagle eagle. The eagle symbolizes dynamic strength and motion. It can be seen from the wings that expand and are ready to fly into the sky.
And at the foot of the eagle symbol there is the inscription "Bhinneka Tunggal Ika" which in English "Unity in Diversity " has its meaning as well.
Bhinneka means diverse or different.
Tunggal means One
Ika means that
Literally Bhinneka Tunggal Ika which means that even though they are different, in essence, the Indonesian people are still one unit.
The struggle of a nation is not only from the past but also today, tomorrow, and forever. Our struggle is not over. Let's fight together for our country to be just and prosperous. Likewise with the Indonesian people.
*Pancasila makes difference into wealth. Pancasila knit diversity into beauty. Pancasila is unifying. Happy Pancasila Sanctity Day.*
Making Herbarium (Drying plants)
Herbarium is a term first used by Turnefor (1700) for medicinal plants that are dried as collections. The term herbarium is the preservation of plant specimens in various ways for the benefit of collection and science.
The collection of herbarium specimens is usually stored in a place that is given special treatment which is also known as a herbarium laboratory.
*Luca Ghini (1490-1550) a Professor of Botany at the University of Bologna, Italy was the first to dry plants under pressure and attach them to paper and record them as a scientific collection.*
*Definition of Herbarium*
*A herbarium (plural: herbaria) is a collection of preserved plant specimens and associated data used for scientific study.*
Herbarium Type
There are two types of herbarium, namely dry herbarium (leaves, roots, flowers, stems), and wet herbarium (fruits). Dried herbarium is plant material that has been preserved by drying or also called dried herbarium specimens.
These specimens are useful as supporting materials for studying biology. herbarium/wet preservation is a plant specimen that has been preserved and stored in a solution.
Basically all types of plants can be made into herbariums regardless of what organs from the plant parts that will be preserved as well as How to Overcome Melon Smallpox.
A good herbarium should provide researchers with the best information about the plant. In other words, a plant collection must contain all parts of the plant and there must be information that provides all the information that is not visible in the herbarium specimen. This means that the plants to be in the herbarium must be good, fertile and not damaged. Good from leaves, stems, roots, flowers etc.
*For better results*
*Be careful when drying or curing so as not to hinder or fail for this activity. It could be that there is insufficient storage space so that there are parts of the preserved plant that do not look perfect (roll up). So the leaves of the plant must be open when pressing. Many plant parts are difficult to preserve because for maximum results it takes a long time.*
How to make dried herbarium
A week ago, my child who was in grade 4 got an assignment from his teacher to make dry herbarium. What is certain is that I am very unfamiliar with this term because I am not a teacher of this lesson. I searched for information about Herbarium on google and youtube.
What I had to do to create a Herbarium:
1. Prepare flowers or plants that you want to make Herbarium. The plants I chose :
Rose
Nail leaves
Eagle flower
Mustard greens
Ylang flower
2. The plants above I put on top of old newspapers or it could be in a thick open. Place it neatly. Then cover or press the plant using something thick on top. I did this pressing for 5 days at room temperature and in the sun.
The drying or preservation of plants that I do is natural and does not use alcohol. Drying is successful when the flower has hardened when held.
3. Then I paste the dried flowers on the cardboard which I shaped into a photo frame. I made 2 photo frames out of cardboard.
4. Next I give a name to each plant from the type of leaf, name of flower, type of stalk, type of root. I also wrote the name of the flower in scientific language. The last step, I wrapped this herbanium frame in plastic to make it neater.
And my son was very happy with Herbarium he got a bottle of water as a gift from his teacher because the Herbarium was the best. And some of his friends too. Everything is cool, nice and creative.
*This herbarium can be used as a wall decoration and remains beautiful for a long time. If, you are interested in making decorations from dried flowers or Herbarium. Please follow my method or you can search on youtube how to make a Herbarium. may be useful.*
Some natural science teaching aids for junior high school level
A few days ago, my fellow teachers and I carried out the renovation of the science laboratory at the school I teach. From cleaning the laboratory room and decorating the room with an atmosphere and arranging the room to be different. We move old items that are no longer suitable for use so that they are comfortable when used.
A few months ago our school just received assistance from the government regarding the procurement of new and better natural science teaching aids to meet the needs of students in learning science subjects including Biolagi and physics. There are about 100 more science props provided and these were ordered directly by our school principal. These include digital microscopes, torsos, props for women and men, stomach, eyes, ears, mouth, teeth, uterus, brain, etc. In the form of posters, pictures of human organs in frame etc.
All of this is intended to make it easier for students and teachers to learn and teach anatomy of the human body.
The benefits of teaching aids are that they can improve children's motor sensors, reduce verbalistic learning methods, increase interaction between teachers and students, and make students more focused on learning. Another benefit can increase success in learning is very important. Activates communication and interaction between teachers and students and between students and students in learning, stimulates the thoughts, feelings, attention, and willingness of students in learning so as to provide a more enjoyable learning experience.
Before covid-19 hit the science laboratory, it was very active until a pandemic occurred so the laboratory was closed due to online learning for more than 2 years. So, when the school is active again, the learning process goes smoothly again. The laboratory also wants to be reactivated. Finally we cleaned, mopped the floor and it took 1 week to clean because it was so dirty.
And now we are grateful that the science laboratory is active again and that new science equipment or teaching aids have been added, so learning is also exciting and fun. Students will be introduced, apart from learning the theory, they can also practice about the theory.
Like learning about male and female reproductive organs, brain, heart, eyes, etc. Also learn about its various functions. In this article I want to introduce some new teaching aids along with a little knowledge about the props that have been provided at our school. I'm sure readcash friends when they were still in school or here there was a science teacher must have known the uses of the anatomy of the human body.
1. Brain
One of the science props provided is part of the head or this is the most important organ in living things, namely the brain because this is the point of human life. If one of the nerve points in the brain is disturbed, it will certainly affect the work system in other parts of the body. The brain is the center of humans in activities such as walking, breathing, talking, moving, etc. That's why it needs to be taken care of properly, such as blood flow must be smooth, the nerve points of the brain should not be disturbed. Here, students will learn to recognize each nerve point and where to connect.
2. Trimesters of baby's life in the womb
It's amazing, one of the other props that will definitely make you enthusiastic is the process of the baby's life in the womb from one month to nine months. Readcash friends can see it in the picture of the shape of the baby's torso while in the mother's womb from the unformed to the baby. And this is important for students how they used to be when they were in their mother's womb and maybe one day they want to become a midwife or obstetrician. This can be their initial knowledge.
3. Stomach
It is also one of the important organs in the digestive tract is the stomach. a muscular organ located on the left side of the upper abdomen. The stomach receives food from the esophagus. When food reaches the end of the esophagus, it enters the stomach through a muscular valve called the lower esophageal valve. The stomach secretes acids and enzymes that digest food. And in the stomach there are parts that are worth studying. This is suitable for students who want to know more about the stomach organs.
4. Lungs
Lungs are one of the vital organs in the human body. Precisely is an organ of respiration (breathing) associated with the respiratory system and circulation (blood circulation). The main function of this organ is to exchange oxygen from the air with carbon dioxide from the blood. Students will be explained how the lungs work. Common diseases can attack the lungs. Here they will learn it.
Eyes
Eyes are one part of the body that has an important role in human life. As a sense of sight, the eye has parts that have separate functions, either the outer part such as the eyelids and eyebrows, or the inside of the eye such as the cornea, retina and pupil.
*And there are many other natural science teaching aids that I can't mention all of them. With the availability of these teaching aids, learning will be easier, receiving a lot of information in addition to theory and during practice as well. May be useful*
Get to know cassava leaves from their benefits and nutrients
Cassava leaves are leaves that come from the cassava plant. Cassava leaves are generally pointed and reddish-stemmed and the leaf types are fingered from cassava plants and are commonly found in plantations. Many cassava plants grow in tropical areas such as Indonesia, so the leaves are used for food. In particular, many are used as vegetables or used as vegetables, although the taste is a little bland and tends to be bitter.
Cassava plants are widely used for the results from leaves, fruit, cassava sap to the stems that can be replanted which aims to increase cassava plants.
Cassava is a plant that is commonly found in tropical countries, one of which is Indonesia. In Indonesia, there are many places and land suitable for planting cassava plants, even in Indonesia there are 10 to 20 types of cassava trees. There are butter cassava, rubber cassava etc. According to sindonews.com, August 25, 2022, Indonesia is the 5th largest cassava producing country out of these 8 countries, including:
Nigeria
Congo DR
Thailand
Ghana
Indonesia
Brazil
Vietnamese
Angola
And there is Cambodia and Tanzania is at number 9 and 10
Besides cassava which is usually processed into food or snacks, such as fried cassava, boiled cassava chips, etc.
Even the sap on the stalk of cassava leaves can relieve the pulse after being bitten by an animal such as an insect and feels hot and painful. This once happened to my son, after he was bitten by an insect and was very throbbing. I took the cassava sap by breaking the cassava leaf stalk and the sap came out. This sap I rub on the bite marks. And the pulse immediately subsided.
For cassava leaves, they are often used as vegetables, such as boiled cassava leaves mixed with a special chili sauce. Or cassava leaves cooked in sauce using coconut milk. Very delicious eaten with warm rice, fried fish is a very fitting combination.
In the picture above there are 2 types of cassava leaves. Cassava with straight and curly leaves. In my place, these two types of cassava leaves are often used as vegetables. These two types of cassava leaves have different shapes, sizes and textures. But still have the same vitamin content, nutrition. Curly cassava leaves are softer and soften quickly when cooked. And no need to bother in cutting like other types of cassava leaves. Because the size is short and small.
Nutrient content in cassava leaves
Based on information taken from benefitdaun.com, cassava leaves contain nutrients consisting of vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, calcium, iron, manganese, zinc and so on. In addition, cassava leaves have low levels of calories and fat. So, people who have a history of low blood pressure consume cassava leaves.
But, remember too. Excessive consumption of cassava leaves will also cause side effects.
If eaten in excess, cassava leaves can cause headaches. Both the compounds linamarin and lotaustralin can be toxins that block blood flow. Blood flow can be blocked from the head area and trigger nerve muscles to become stiff. This can cause persistent headaches.
Cassava leaves also contain purines which can increase the amount of uric acid in the blood, causing joint pain. People with high blood pressure are actually allowed to consume cassava leaves, only in moderation.
Increase cholesterol levels Some people who have high cholesterol in the blood, it is recommended to limit eating cassava leaves. Cassava leaves can increase cholesterol levels that cause blockage of blood vessels.
And another side effect is stomach pain. Excessive consumption of cassava leaves can cause stomach acid to rise. Stomach acid can increase and irritation occurs. This irritation occurs due to chemical compounds in cassava leaves that can cause stomach pain, nausea and vomiting
*If you like to eat green vegetables such as spinach, kale leaf katuk consume in reasonable amounts. Because too much of anything is not good. May be useful.*
Simple fried and boiled bananas are perfect for snacks
Who does not know Banana. Fruits are usually used as fruit for dessert or snacks in various preparations. Banana is the general name given to large herbaceous plants with large, elongated leaves that grow directly from the stem. Bananas with the scientific name Musa paradisiaca have different types to different names. In Indonesia, there are even many types of bananas with different names. The most well known include the kepok banana, Barangan banana, awak banana, etc.
Various processed bananas for snacks
Bananas can not only be eaten as fruit but also can be processed into food or snacks. And there are also bananas that are not suitable for making food or snacks. The most famous banana snack is fried banana. Bananas are cut or split into several parts, then coated with flour and fried.
All preparations made from bananas are very delicious as snacks. There are fried bananas, boiled bananas, grilled bananas, banana mixed porridge is also delicious, banana chips etc. In this article, I want to introduce my regional specialty, namely bananas that are fried and boiled.
There are several processes that are carried out when frying and boiling typical regional bananas. Hopefully it can be an inspiration for readcash friends who like to make banana-based snacks. To accompany you when you gather with family. Accompanied by a cup of tea or coffee. Perfect to eat in the morning or evening.
Fried banana "raft" and fried banana "sale"
This time I want to introduce my local specialty fried banana. Its name is banana raft and banana sale (drying half dry).
Fried banana raft
Banana with the name of a water vehicle. This time it is used in food. Because the way to make this raft of fried bananas must be arranged in a row like a raft. Bananas used must be ripe. In my place, the type of awak banana is often used to make banana rafts and sale. Because bananas have a natural sweet taste. How to make fried banana raft.
Ingredients:
Bananas
Rice flour
Saplings ( Bancang in Indonesian ) leaves. Can also be used kweni fruit leaves. As a medium for making raft fried bananas. The leaves are washed first.
How to make it :
Sliced bananas a little thinly into several parts.
While dipping into the rice flour that has been dissolved.
One by one the bananas that have been split are arranged on the leaves. Arrange the amount according to taste.
Then fry with sapling leaves until brown.
Crispy fried raft bananas are ready to be served
Dry sale banana
There are 2 types of making sale banana There are dry and wet sale bananas.
To make sale banana takes a little time and the method is almost similar to fried banana rafts because the bananas are split a little thin.
For dry sale bananas, before being fried, the bananas that have been split in the sun are dried for 1-2 days. Which aims to absorb the water content in bananas.
Then the bananas that have been dried are assembled using sticks or you can also fry them one by one in flour, then deep-fried. This is my local fried banana with a unique name. There are also other fried bananas such as fan bananas, chocolate bananas, cheese bananas etc.
Boiled banana sprinkled with grated coconut
This is the simplest type of banana-based food to make. This boiled banana will later be eaten with grated coconut. There are 2 ways when processing this boiled banana.
First step, Bananas are boiled. Once cooked, remove and drain. Then the bananas are cut into rounds or slightly angled. Next sprinkle grated coconut, salt and a little sugar.
Second step, bananas that have been boiled in coarse mash. Then eat using grated coconut. Remember, don't take too long when boiling and it's better if the bananas that are used are still slightly firm. Banana snacks are very natural and filling. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
*Those are some recommendations from me on how to make snacks made from bananas that are typical of my area. Hopefully useful and good luck.*
Pomegranate plant whose fruit is good for skin health and beauty
Do you have this plant in your house? Plants that have fruit that are known to be good for health and are also good for beauty. Pomegranates in the scientific language Punica granatum can be grown as ordinary plants, decorations or medicine because they have edible fruit and benefits. This plant is also widely grown in South China and Southeast Asia.
Various types of pomegranate
Pomegranate if in Indonesian we call it DELIMA, it is known that there are three kinds of colors, namely white, red, and purple pomegranate. But the most known colors are red and white. Propagation by cuttings, root shoots or grafts. Pomegranate is a fruit that can be eaten fresh, as a mixture of fruit salad, juice or fruit juice. To make pomegranate juice, it is best to drink it with the seeds because the seeds contain a lot of polyphenolic compounds.
***Polyphenols are natural compounds in plants that have many health benefits. If consumed, this substance acts as an antioxidant that can reduce the morbidity of various serious diseases such as cancer, diabetes, infections, to hypertension.***
Benefits of pomegranate
The benefits of pomegranate can be obtained in various ways, such as in the form of fruit juice or you can also eat the seeds, syrup, paste or pomegranate concentrate.
In Asia, the juice is also thickened into a syrup which is used as a sauce. In Egypt this fruit is used as a kind of wine, syrup, and juice. One glass of pomegranate juice contains more antioxidants than one glass of red wine, green tea or orange juice. In America, pomegranate juice products known as pom wonderful become the latest health drink trend.
Pomegranate juice drink is known as a healthy fruit juice, high in benefits. Pomegranate juice is high in potassium ions (potassium), vitamins A, C and E and folic acid. From the edible part of the seeds, the content of potassium per 100 grams (259 mg/gr), 63 cal energy, 30 mg vitamin C. This content is good for health and beauty.
Pomegranate for beauty
Traditionally, Pomegranate is commonly used to moisturize and promote skin regeneration.
Reduces signs of aging
Overcomes inflammation caused by acne.
Stimulates collagen production.
Pomegranate For Health
Pomegranate juice can also reduce sore throat pain. According to research conducted by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, this antioxidant-rich pomegranate can prevent the oxidation of LDL or bad cholesterol in the body.
~~Prevent cancer~~
Help lose weight
Increase immunity
Reduce hypertension
As well as relieve arthritis
Joint pain
There are components that are important for heart health.
*I Often eat pome fruit when I have a sore throat or canker sores and chapped lips. Pome juice I take the water. Then, I drink. May be useful.*
Fried rice with 2 flavors
Who among you has never tasted fried rice? I think almost all of humanity has eaten this one food. Did you know, it turns out that the origin of fried rice comes from China. It has been around for a long time even since 4000 years ago BC as a traditional food for Chinese and Chinese people. Furthermore, it has got a taste modification according to each region or country, including Indonesia. In Indonesia, there are types of fried rice flavors with many choices of flavors, it can even be combined with seafood, eggs, etc.
Reported by Kompasnews.com interviewed an archipelago culinary expert from the Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Gadjah Mada university (UGM) Dr. Dwi Larasatie Nur Fibri, S.T.P., M.Sc has conducted research that there are 104 types of fried rice in Indonesia. With various flavors. There are various types of fried rice that are popular in Indonesia such as village ( spice fried rice, mutton fried rice, crazy fried rice (very spicy), and many more.
Fried rice, global food
Famous for its delicacy that makes people addicted. Fried rice is ranked 2nd as the most delicious food in the world. Beating sushi, tomyam, to lasagna from Italy. Even the American president Barack Obama once mentioned fried rice (Nasi Goreng in Indonesian) in his State of the Union address.
Some countries also have their country's special fried rice dishes, as reported by kumparan.com including :
Hokkien Fried Rice - China
Kimchi Fried Rice - South Korea
Chitranna - India
Paella - spanish
Pattaya Fried Rice - thailand
Kabuli Palaw or Qabli - middle east
Jollof Rice - Ghana africa
Those are some fried rice dishes from various countries. Which fried rice have you made? I've made pattaya fried rice from Thailand and my son really likes it.
Village ( spices fried rice ) and shrimp paste seasoning
A few days ago I made fried rice with Indonesian taste. I made 2 kinds of flavors. Spices ( Village fried rice is white fried rice with a mixture of Indonesian spices and shrimp paste ( Terasi i'm Indonesian ) fried rice or spicy chili fried rice with added shrimp paste. Terasi is a type of processed material that is usually mixed in seasoned dishes made from dried shrimp that is preserved after being pureed.
Ayukyukyu-style spicy fried rice
White rice
Red chili pepper
green chili
Garlic
Red onion
Lemongrass
Curry leaves
Pandan leaves
Lime leaves
Chopped (red chilies, green chilies, shallots and garlic) stir-fry using margarine and add spices (pandant leaves, kaffir lime, curry, lemongrass) and stir in the rice. Add salt stir again a little dry.
Terasi ( shrimp paste fried rice )
The ingredients for making shrimp paste fried rice are :
Cayenne pepper
Red chili
Red onion
Garlic
Tomatoes
Terasi ( shrimp paste ) if there is and can also not be used
All spices are ground. Then, stir-fry the spices using cooking oil until half cooked then add the rice, add a little sweet soy sauce, stir until blended.
Both fried rice are ready to be served. Perfect for breakfast or when the weather is cold.
*How does it suit your taste or do you have your own fried rice dish? Hopefully what I share can add insight for you culinary lovers*
Get to know about castor/jatropha leaf and its various health benefits
Talking about all the contents of this nature will never end. If we are able to know, learn and maintain. There are many interesting things that we can find on this earth. We are grateful that God has created everything and its benefits. One of the natural wealth of this country are plants that can be used as medicine and are famous for their properties. Jatropha/Castor leaves, if pronounced in Indonesian "Daun Jarak" and in the regional language of my province it is "Gum (Getah lawah"
Castor leaves (including fruit, seeds, and roots) are known as one of the herbal plants that have many health benefits. Jatropha leaves is the name of a type of plant originating from Mexico and South America.
The benefits of castor leaf are very commonly used by people as herbal plants. Therefore, plants are known as dispensary or medicinal plants, because they can cure various diseases.
Jatropha leaves are familiar to Indonesian people. In Indonesia, jatropha leaves are believed to be useful, ranging from compressing children during fever to fighting bad bacteria.
Castor leaves have the scientific name Ricinus communis. Castor leaf is an annual shrub belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family.
Even in my area this plant is deliberately planted because it is effective for healing some ailments.
Jatropha leaves contain a number of active compounds such as alkaloids, astragalin, phytonutrients, nicotiflorin, kaempferol, and quercetin. In addition, castor leaves contain other ingredients such as antioxidants, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and a number of other functions that are important for maintaining body functions.
Indonesia has four types of jatropha, but the most widely used for health is jatropha (Jatropha curcas L.). Jatropha leaves contain many good compounds that are beneficial for health. From the leaves to the sap is also used.
I once used sap to treat toothache, by dripping the sap on a cotton swab and then placing it on a sore tooth and it came out. Meanwhile, I also used the leaves to reduce flatulence, especially after giving birth. First, I wrapped 5 Jatropha leaves in medium-sized stones, then I burned them on the stove, then I put them on the stomach and believe me, the stomach feels warm and smells good. Jatropha leaves that are burned are fragrant.
More complete, here are some of the benefits of castor leaves :
1. Swelling Treatment
Castor leaves are steamed ripe and wrapped to the sore spot.
2. Treating Hernias
Take the leaves plus a little salt then mash it. Then paste the crushed leaves of the distance at the midpoint of the sole of the foot
3. Treating scabs
Take fresh castor leaves soaked in hot water until limp and then paste it on the sore spot.
4. Lowering Blood Sugar
5. Treating canker sores
How to treat canker sores by using the sap of castor leaves. The trick is to squeeze the leaves until the stems of the leaves to remove the sap and attach the sap to the canker sores.
6. Overcome Bloated Stomach
Reducing excessive gas in the stomach can use castor leaves. The trick is to wither some castor leaves over the fire, don't let them burn, and apply the castor leaves along with coconut oil or telon or eucalyptus oil to the stomach and waist.
7. Overcoming Skin Irritation in Babies
8. Lowers Fever in Babies
Castor leaves are also useful for relieving fever in babies. The trick is to mix castor leaves with eucalyptus oil or telon and compress it on the baby.
9. Tighten Breasts
Castor leaves can also tighten the breasts, you know. The trick is to mash the castor leaves finely and apply to the breast for about 15 minutes to dry. Regularly applying this concoction can help your breasts tighten.
10. Reduces Breast Cancer Risk
11. Relieves Dysmenorrhea
12. Help Repair Liver Damage
13. Overcoming Constipation
14. Treating Rheumatism
15. Relieves Toothache
The sap from castor leaves can help relieve toothache. You just apply the sap of castor leaves to the aching tooth.
16. Treating stones and thinning phlegm
Diluting phlegm and treating coughs can be done by drinking boiled water from castor leaves regularly in the morning and evening. Do it until your cough is cured.
17. Overcoming Dandruff
The problem of dandruff often interferes with appearance and makes you less confident. It turns out that a mixture of castor leaves that are ground and then applied to the hair roots evenly can overcome dandruff. You just have to leave the spread of the castor leaf for about 15 minutes and then rinse it off.
18. Treating inflammation
The anti-inflammatory content in castor leaves helps overcome inflammation problems. To treat inflammation, you can drink castor leaf boiled water regularly until it heals.
19. Anti-insect
The content of raw methanol compounds from castor leaf extract is efficacious for anti-insect drugs (insecticides). Rub a few pieces of castor leaf until smooth on the skin surface to avoid mosquito bites.
20. Relieve Itching
*Now that's the benefits of castor leaves that you can use for traditional medicine. Do not forget that this plant contains toxic compounds which when consumed in excess can cause digestive system disorders characterized by nausea and vomiting, stomach cramps, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. So, don't overuse it. May be useful*.
My local custom when welcoming the groom's entourage
One month ago I wrote an article on how to welcome the bride's entourage according to where I was, to how to arrange a party meal for the bride's family. This time I also want to share my local customs when welcoming the arrival of the groom's group to the bride's residence. Because there is a slight difference, complete with the customs and rituals that are performed in this sacred moment. Check at this link
https://read.cash/@Ayukyukyu2/attending-a-wedding-party-with-my-local-tradition-1697d18f
2 days ago I came to my teacher colleague's daughter's wedding party. Her daughter is holding a wedding party waiting for the groom's entourage. The party was very lively with around 3000 invited guests. The wedding party was very strict, my local custom and a little time-consuming. I want to share the story of how our custom is when waiting for the groom's group to arrive.
Enthusiastic when welcoming the bridal group to come
Things to look forward to at the wedding in addition to the delicious food served at the party. The arrival of the bridal group is also the most awaited because that is the highlight of the event. According to our custom, the family who held the party was ready to welcome the bridal party near a slap in which the betel leaves and gold umbrellas were neatly arranged, typical of my local bride's color.
Likewise, the newly arrived bridal group also has betel palms and umbrellas. Slap betel and umbrella on each family and then exchanged as a symbol of being well received and welcomed by the arrival of the bridal group at the place where they were having a party.
Welcoming the big family of the bridal group with a traditional dance
After exchanging umbrellas and slaps filled with betel leaves . The group enters and will be met with the bride's family who is already waiting. Stopped in the courtyard and they would sit opposite each other with their families. The two bridal couples and the parents of the bride and groom can't yet side by side.
There is a special moment ritual here. The two families of the bride and groom will be presented with a dance typical of my region, namely the dance to honor guests. The aim is that the bridal entourage that has been present is greeted with kindness and honor. Every movement in the dance has a meaning. And here all the invitees, including those present, were very enthusiastic to see this moment with the aim of seeing the dance and the faces of the bride and groom.
Giving gifts for the bride
As a groom, one of the obligations when marrying a woman is a dowry and then an offering. There are many offerings that can be given by the groom such as clothes, underwear, shoes, make-up equipment, and other necessities. At my place for the groom from the bride will bring a variety of traditional cakes typical of my region. An example of a cake is a link to this article.
https://read.cash/@Ayukyukyu2/attending-a-wedding-party-with-my-local-tradition-1697d18f
Two families unite
After the guest honoring dance is over. Furthermore, the bridal couple will be united or met directly, meaning that they can join hands. What is done first, the bride will shake the hand of the groom or husband as a wife's devotion to her husband. Then the parents of the two families also shook hands with each other. Indicates the two families have united. Furthermore, the family of the bridal group will be invited into the house to eat the dinner that has been served.
May it bring blessings to both families. Happy new life to Dr. Raihan and Rifki. Always happy and soon given offspring. Thank you for the souvenir and very useful
Appetizing banana heart curry
Who does not know about the banana tree or in scientific language (Musa paradisiaca) is a giant herb-shaped plant with a pseudo-stem whose surface looks like a leaf midrib. The height of this tree can reach three meters.
This plant can grow in fairly good soil at an altitude of up to 2000 meters above sea level. The characteristics of the banana tree are round, cylindrical, layered. Banana trees have two parts of the trunk, namely the real trunk and the fake trunk or pseudo-stem.
The banana tree is also a thousand-purpose tree because every part of it can be used, such as bananas which have a lot of nutrients, banana leaves can be used to wrap food, selected banana stems can also be cooked and many other uses. One thing I want to discuss here is banana heart because yesterday afternoon I cooked banana heart curry.
What is banana heart vegetable?
Banana heart is the forerunner of banana fruit. There is also a mention banana flowers or banana heart grow dark red purple. If consumed, the banana heart has a savory and bitter taste. Banana heart includes vegetable foods that can be mixed with noodles, soups, and in curry.
Various Benefits of Banana Heart
Quoted from alodokter.com In 1 banana heart there are various important nutrients, such as potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, minerals, fatty acids, acids essential and non-essential amino acids needed by the body.
In addition, banana heart also contains many antioxidants, such as polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins, especially in the flower. The following are the various benefits of banana heart that can be obtained from the nutrients and antioxidants in it :
**1. Helps control blood sugar levels**
Banana heart is one type of food that has a low glycemic index, so it will not increase blood sugar drastically when eaten.
In addition, banana heart is also very rich in fiber so that it can slow the absorption of sugar in the intestine. This fiber content is also thought to increase the work of the hormone insulin, lower cholesterol levels, and lose weight in type 2 diabetes patients who are overweight.
**2. Smooth digestion**
Fiber in banana heart is dominated by insoluble fiber. This type of fiber is known to be very good for the health of the digestive system. This fiber can also prevent you from various digestive problems, such as constipation, ulcers, hemorrhoids, and intestinal inflammation.
**3. Prevent cancer**
Antioxidants in banana heart play an important role in protecting body cells from the bad effects of free radicals. Excessive exposure to free radicals in the long term can increase the risk of various chronic diseases, including cancer.
Banana flower is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antitumor effects so that it can reduce the risk of tumors growing and spreading. The benefits of this banana heart have been proven in research on benign prostate tumors (BPH), but further research is still needed to confirm it.
**4. Prevent premature aging**
The high content of vitamin E in banana heart also provides good benefits for skin health. Vitamin E is proven to be able to reduce damage to healthy body cells due to free radicals and slow down the aging process of cells, as well as reduce wrinkles on the face.
In addition to preventing premature aging, vitamin E can also help maintain the body's resistance to viral and bacterial infections.
**5. Overcoming menstrual problems**
Women who often experience menstrual problems can also benefit from banana heart. Regular consumption of banana flowers is known to reduce prostaglandin levels which can reduce pain and excessive bleeding during menstruation or menorrhagia.
Cooking banana heart
My family and I really like this banana heart. And the spices that I mix are spices from ancient times from my late grandmother who used to be a chef at a port.
Every part of the banana heart can be cooked. Like a banana flower that is shaped like a needle, it can be cooked into a savory snack, the ingredients are :
Rice flour
Flour
Baking powder
Garlic
Pepper
Beef or chicken flavor powder
Dip the banana heart flower into the flour mixture and then fry it
And the skin can be cooked in curry or sauteed half dry. Yesterday I cooked banana heart curry, the ingredients I use are :
Red chili pepper
Cayenne pepper
Red onion
Garlic
Hot coconut
Coconut cream
Lemongrass
Bay leaf
First, peel the red skin of the banana heart, leaving the reddish white skin, roughly chopped. The spices above are pureed, stir-fry, add the chopped banana heart, add the coconut milk, stir until the sauce thickens slightly. Don't forget to wear gloves when peeling bananas because they contain a lot of sap.
*Have you ever cooked a banana heart curry vegetable? Please try ayukyukyu-style methods and recipes, good luck.*
Enjoying the afternoon while watching the mussel seekers on the beach
Two days ago I had the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing time at the beach with my two sons and nephews. My son was very enthusiastic about bathing in the sea and I was just walking around looking my 3 year old nephew. The beach I went to was only 10 minutes by motorbike because I live near the beach area. The atmosphere is cool and the beach breeze is immediately felt. And I also many local people spend their relaxing time on the beach with their families. And I'm so grateful to have this opportunity.
Activities on the beach
When I arrived at the beach, many mothers who were villagers and my neighbors gathered on the beach for one purpose, which was to find mussels. And they are very eager to find and these mussels will be cooked to be served to their families. Usually these mussels will be boiled. It tastes sweet and fresh especially when mixed with starfruit or lemon. Sour and sweet taste of mussels blend perfectly when eating in cold weather.
Mussels are searched for by scavenging the sand which is a bit dry and a bit far from the beach. According to some people's confessions, there are usually a lot of mussels on certain days, but not too many yesterday. The women, young and old together looking for mussels and this activity is very fun. I didn't go looking for mussels and just looked at their activities.
Mussels can also be fried in or stir-fried. Usually, the mussels are immediately taken home and cooked. The processing process is fairly simple. So that the mussel meat comes out of the shell, the mussels are boiled first. Once collected, the mussels are seasoned with turmeric, candlenut, shallots, and garlic, and salt. After mixing the spices that have been mashed, the mussels are then fried.
Besides that, I also saw in the sea, it could be seen from a distance the fishing boats were sailing for fish. Because the majority of the people in my village are fishermen, farmers and traders.
Mussels and their ingredients
Mussels are a group of small shellfish that live on the bottom of the water, especially from the genus Meretrix, family Veneridae. Mussels have a strong and symmetrical shell, the shape of the shell is somewhat round or elongated. This type of freshwater mussels is consumed by most people by boiling.
Nutritionists also state that mussel shells are a source of nutritious food. The high content of amino acids and protein makes it easy to digest because it has little connective tissue. And it turns out that mussels have a high vitamin A content and this of course will be very good for eye health. clams called mussels are also believed to treat liver disease.
Enjoy the sweep of the sea
Many say sea water is good for preventing or reducing leg tingling due to rheumatism or gout. This statement is true or not, but many people do it. According to dr. Alvin Nursalim SpPD quoted from klikdokter.com said that there are many benefits of soaking feet with salt water. https://youtu.be/i1ZKoaS5SDM
Soaking feet in salt water is a home remedy that has been around since time immemorial. It is not difficult to prepare this one home remedy. You just need a bucket big enough to hold both feet.
How to soak feet in salt water? First of all, you need to fill the bucket with warm water until it is slightly full. Then, pour in the table salt and 'stir' until smooth.
If table salt is not available, you can use sea salt or Epsom salt.
After all the preparations are complete, soak the feet into a bucket that already contains the 'herb'. Let stand for 20 to 30 minutes to feel optimal benefits.
Not only for relaxation purposes, soaking feet in salt water turns out to have many benefits. including :
https://youtu.be/nhji0yskRSM
Relieves Pain and Swelling
Help Overcome Blisters
Preventing Fungal Infection
Reduce Foot Odor
Make Feet Smooth
Relieve Stress
Treating Cracked Foot Skin
Caring for Toenails
In addition, several studies hypothesize that foot bathing can help reduce swelling, cramps, arthritis, and even improve sleep quality.
*There are three things that cannot be returned, namely time, opportunity, and words.*
*Don't always say 'there's still time' or 'later'. Do it immediately, use your time wisely.*
*No matter how busy you are, take time to make people feel appreciated, especially our family.*
The scent of ylang flowers is very calming
Are you familiar with this one waste? The name of this flower is ylang flower which has a greenish yellow color. The shape is not too beautiful when compared to the flowers that are usually used as flower arrangements. This 6-petal flower curls and curls irregularly. The green color at first glance looks similar to leaves. Although the color and shape are less attractive, various insects still come to this flower. One of them was a red ant and when I picked it my hand got bitten by the red ant.
Even though the color and shape are very unattractive, the scent makes us not want to throw it away, even though the fragrance of this flower is still long lasting even though the flower has withered.
Tropical Plants
This ylang flower can grow well in Indonesia, which has a tropical climate. Ylang is a native plant from Asian countries, such as Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia of course.
The ylang tree can grow tall. In the wild, the ylang tree can reach a height of 5 meters. Apart from taking flowers, ylang wood can also be used as furniture material.
Simple flower but has many uses and benefits
Flowers with scientific names
Cananga odorata is famous for its fragrant aroma.
The fragrance is still there even though this flower is dry.
This flower is used as perfume or perfume in various places.
Ylang flower is also a mixture of several skin care products such as body scrubs, soap, cold powder perfume, and hair oil.
Ylang flower is special because of its calming fragrance
There are 2 main groups of ylang that are cultivated, namely the Cananga group (Forma marcophylla Steeins) and Ylang-ylang (Forma genuina Steeins). Cananga has branches perpendicular to the stem while Ylang-ylang has drooping branches and smaller leaves.
Besides being fragrant and refreshing, the aroma of ylang flowers can be used as aromatherapy to improve memory and thinking skills.
It is considered special because ylang flowers play an important role. Even parents used to say that whoever plants this flower in front of the house will quickly bring in a mate for those who have daughters. And this flower is also used as herbal medicine.
Various Benefits of Ylang Flower for health
Ylang flower has long been used as a raw material for making perfumes. In fact, this flower is often used as aromatherapy because of the content of essential oils and active compounds in it.
No wonder the ylang flower can provide a variety of health benefits. Quoted from Alodokter.com explains the benefits of ylang flowers, including :
Reduce stress and anxiety levels
Research shows that inhaling the aroma of ylang flower essential oil can reduce anxiety and stress levels. The content is known to be able to reduce levels of the hormone cortisol in the body, and is even believed to be effective for overcoming depression.
Lowering blood pressure
A study revealed that the content of ylang flower essential oil has the effect of lowering blood pressure and keeping the heart rate normal. This effect is certainly good for people with hypertension.
Improve sleep quality
Ylang flower essential oil is known to have linalool compounds which can produce a sedative effect or cause drowsiness. No wonder the ylang flower is often used as aromatherapy to make you sleep better.
Prevent and relieve asthma symptoms
Asthma is a respiratory disease that is closely related to stress. If you have asthma, you can use ylang flower essential oil to prevent flare-ups of stress-induced asthma.
To get the benefits of ylang flower in relieving asthma symptoms, you can apply ylang flower essential oil that has been diluted with a carrier oil to the chest area, then inhale for 15-20 minutes.
Treating fungal infections
Ylang flower is considered effective for treating fungal infections, such as Candida albicans infection. The reason is, besides being able to cause drowsiness, the linalool compound in ylang flowers also has antifungal properties.
*We should be grateful that God has created an earth that has a lot of natural wealth to be used by its people, wise and not greedy so that we can enjoy this blessing by everyone. May be useful.*
Homemade cinema-style caramel popcorn
Who does not know this delicious snack. A typical snack when watching a movie at the cinema which is always a favorite. Popcorn is in the form of popcorn or corn kernels, a type of confectionery made from cereal grains that are heated until they explode. The most common popcorn is made from corn kernels, but can also be made from several other cereals, such as rice, spinach seeds etc.
Types of popcorn flavors
The taste of popcorn is generally salty and savory. Now there are many variants of popcorn flavors that you can try to add to your taste, including :
Butter popcorn.
Caramel popcorn.
Cheese popcorn.
Chocolate popcorn.
Spicy popcorn.
We can get it according to taste. Yesterday, it was raining in my area, making my stomach hungry and my mouth wanting to chew something. I unpacked the contents of the kitchen cupboard and there was a special stock of corn kernels for making popcorn.
The available ingredients are only suitable for making popcorn in 2 flavors, namely butter popcorn as the basic ingredient for making popcorn and caramel, including :
Margarine
Sugar
Milk
With these simple ingredients I tried to make caramel popcorn my style and this is my family's favorite. Because caramel popcorn when eaten feels more savory, sweet, and crunchy.
How to make AyuKyukyu-style caramel popcorn
If you want to try caramel popcorn, you can try making your own and it is guaranteed that the ingredients are original without artificial sweeteners.
1. Pop the corn first. Put the butter in a non-stick skillet until it melts then the corn. Use low heat. Wait a few minutes until the popcorn is evenly distributed. Then set aside.
2. To make caramel. Add butter to a non-stick pan, sugar and milk. Stir until smooth until butter, sugar and milk are dissolved. Stir until the caramel is slightly reddish in color. Make sure to keep the heat low while making the caramel so it doesn't burn.
3. Finally, add the popcorn and stir until the caramel is evenly mixed. Then, turn off the stove and stir constantly until everything is completely mixed.
5. Caramel Popcorn is ready to be served..
*You can try it at home. If you like the original taste, you can make buttered popcorn for a more savory taste or just cooking oil for a slightly bland taste. good luck*
The beauty of roses which is also good for facial care
Who does not know the name roses. Everyone knows about this flower. Flowers are always beautiful all the time. Until someone mentions that roses are also called flowers symbolizing longevity and prolonged beauty. In addition, when displayed in a vase, roses can represent the four seasons, very amazing isn't it?
The symbol of the color of the rose
Roses, especially red roses, are known as symbols of romance, love and affection. Not infrequently red roses are often given as gifts for loved ones, especially on Valentine's Day or on the day of other love moments.
For pink roses especially roses with dark pink color symbolize gratitude and appreciation. Roses with a paler pink color are used as a symbol of gentleness and are often given in activities that involve sympathy.
While white roses have a soft fragrance that symbolizes purity or sincerity. Generally, white roses are associated with weddings and spiritual events.
Whatever the color, roses are always beautiful to look at and not boring. She is still beautiful in any condition.
Rose flower for facial care
Roses are not only a symbol of romance and love. Flowers with petals and colors that are so beautiful are also widely used for beauty and facial health. Roses have also been used for generations as facial treatments. Rose water is an alternative to be used as a facial treatment.
"Air Mawar" in Indonesian which in English is called rose water comes from the stew of rose petals. Water with a refreshing and very fragrant aroma has long been used as one of the natural ingredients for skin care, perfume, and even aroma enhancer in several types of food.
Quoted from halodoc.com There are several benefits of rose water for the face:
Help make eyes brighter
Rose water can help brighten facial skin, especially in the area around the eyes.
Makes make-up look more perfect
Rose water also makes makeup look more perfect and even. When the makeup looks faded and dull, you can work around this by spraying a little rose water. This can make the face look fresher and brighter.
As a facial toner
Especially for acne-prone faces, because the rose water content is often used for beauty products or facial cleansers for acne-prone skin because it helps remove bacteria.
Helps remove makeup residue
In addition to making makeup more perfect, rose water is also able to clean the face of makeup or make-up residue
Cleanse facial skin
Roses that have been processed through the processing of essential oils. Contains antioxidants that can repel the effects of free radicals. For those of you men who are outdoors, you can also use rose water to clean your face, especially if you are in a hot sun area. Because, rose water is also believed to minimize pores while making the skin clean from dirt.
Moisturizes facial skin
Helps reduce inflammation
Clear acne
Prevent the face from aging itself
Moisturizes the skin, especially the under eye area
How to make rose water yourself at home
Do you have rose plants at home? You can use to make your own rose water, here are simple steps to make rose water:
Choose the best roses.
Wash the rose petals.
Heat over low heat.
Place the bowl of roses over low heat, simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
Strain. So, homemade rose water.
This rosewater can last for one week at room temperature and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one month.
Rose water has always been my choice to clean my face from make-up
Now, there are also many products that provide facial skin care from roses. I myself have used rose water for a long time especially to clean my makeup or clean my face for freshness of facial skin.
The product in the picture above is the original product from my country. I have been using it since I was a teenager until now. I feel suitable with this product and trust this product to clean facial skin from make-up or for skin refreshment. Because this product is one of the oldest beauty care products and has been around since 1962.
*I hope this information is useful, because it can be used by both men and women.*
Tie our knowledge by writing
A simple phrase but has a strong and inspired meaning. Because because of this beautiful expression I wrote it in my bio profile as my motivation to love writing. A phrase "bind knowledge by writing " which aims to invite us not to be stingy in sharing the advantages we have. One of them is science. The knowledge that we get so that we don't lose it and we can remember and remember one day then "write it down" so that we can recall the knowledge and can share it with us in the future.
There are also a handful of people who have reasons for liking writing, one of which is a learning medium. There are many reasons why people love to write. Apart from being a form of inspiration contained, it is also a time filler that feels free. However, there are also some people who have other reasons.
Not a few admit that by writing, there are many benefits that we can get. Insights increase as writing activities are improved. One concrete example is with the habit of writing, it is certain that the brain's working system will continue to be honed until it is able to record all the new things that are encountered. Of course this also helps from premature senility.
The opening of the door of knowledge is of course very helpful for us in every pouring in written form. New ideas and ideas will appear by themselves when our hands are ready with a pen. I don't know for those who are used to it, as if writing is a normal thing, while for those who are lazy or even rarely write, it is certainly very difficult to string words together into a sentence. Getting used to writing is very difficult, especially for those who are lazy and barely have time to just doodle.
Regardless of whether or not it is difficult to get used to writing, there is one thing that should be known in this regard. Remember the saying "Tie knowledge by writing it". This is where we can understand the importance of writing. Not just as a form of outpouring of the heart that is not clear but as a very valuable learning media.
***How to bind knowledge so that it is not easily lost from memory, we can try from the 3 examples below :***
***1. Writing or taking notes. Not only diligently reading, diligently writing or taking notes is also very important when we learn a science.***
***2. Apply and practice knowledge.***
***3. Sharing knowledge.***
Maybe it is right if by writing often, our knowledge and insight will continue to increase, not vice versa. Our knowledge is not like the contents of a pen, the more often it is used to write, the less it contains and eventually it will run out. This is what we should be grateful for because our knowledge will never run out just because we often write.
There is no compulsion to get used to writing, but remember that the knife will get sharper the more often it is sharpened, and vice versa if left alone it will gradually become dull and rusty. From this moment on, get rid of all the notion that writing is a waste of time without any use. Writing is a reflection of your personality, show your best even if it's just through writing. Believe me, our knowledge will continue to grow even though the time we spend is just writing
***Our knowledge is not like the contents of a pen, the more often it is used to write, the less it contains and eventually it will run out. This is what we should be grateful for because our knowledge will never run out just because we often write***
*Tie knowledge by writing it (Our knowledge will never run out even though we write every day)*
Life is only once make it more meaningful and full of blessings
Living without a principle will make us influenced by the people around us. Without direction and goals to be achieved. " Live once, live meaningfully " A life motto that we really want to achieve in life before the end of our lives.
Where do you want to study next? What do you want to be next? What job do you want?
A question that may still be a mystery to most of us, especially students who will soon be living their post-college life
The question is actually very important, because it could be that post-college life will be the longest life compared to life during studying from elementary school to college. It can even be said that the success or failure of life is seen from its success in living life in the post-college period. Of course we want to be in the best choice at that time.
But it is undeniable that the fact is that most of the students answered the question at the beginning, that after college they just want to get a job with a fixed salary and their living needs are fulfilled, nothing more. Is this like the best life? Is this kind of life what God loves the most? Can a life like this be a savior in the afterlife?
Muhammad Rasulullah SAW said "...The best of people are those who are most beneficial to their fellow human beings..."
The hadith above shows that humans are encouraged to always do good to others and other creatures. Human existence is actually determined by its usefulness to others. Is he useful for others, or is he a parasite for others? Life like this is the most appropriate place to get as many good practices as possible, contribute to spreading the benefits as well as possible, so that you are happy on the day of reckoning.
In the post-campus world, in contributing we can divide it into three categories based on the theory of 3 sectors, namely:
Government sector (government),
Private sector (business)
Community institution sector ( NGO )
The government sector as the most central and has a considerable influence in life, policy makers can use their authority to be able to provide a fairly broad beneficial impact. However, this sector is still partly filled by irresponsible people.
Good leaders still exist, but they are few in number. One of the reasons is because many honest good people are reluctant to do politics. They prefer to find safety by engaging in other sectors, so as if they forget that the government needs their participation, politics needs them. Because if good people are reluctant to fill political seats, then political seats will be filled with bad people.
The second sector is the private sector or business (profit). Without entrepreneurship, it is certain that the economy can stop, because it is entrepreneurship that moves and combines natural production factors, labor, and capital to produce goods and services that are needed by the community and create jobs for them.
Thus, entrepreneurship has a very important role in the economy. This sector can have a good beneficial impact if it is not filled by selfish and greedy people. Because the business sector is profit-oriented, it is not uncommon for people in this sector to feel complacent about profit and are increasingly hungry for wealth
The third sector is an NGO aka Non-Governmental Organization or an agency or institution that moves dynamically because it is based on non-profit. This sector focuses on community development with specific objectives. The direction of the movement also tends to be more noble, consisting of those who want to contribute more through community service. This sector is usually filled by people who want to donate themselves to the community and give their best contribution to empower the community.
From the sectors above, public, private or third sectors. All three can be used as a good place to be able to contribute, become a useful human being for many people. The most important thing is that we can use our role in order to benefit many people, and always have a spirit that is passionate about helping people around us. And it was all done with sincerity in order to serve God. Don't let these sectors be controlled by selfish and irresponsible people.
One cannot serve God by not serving man, God resides in the poor man's hut
The quote above can describe those who use their lives to serve God by contributing to the benefit of their fellow human beings.
“Most people live life on the path that has been prepared for them. Sometimes brave people appear. People who face obstacles that are deliberately created in front of them. People who are aware that independence is a struggle. A struggle that cannot be understood except by those who are willing to sacrifice.” (Poetry of Waimital Kasim, by Taufik Ismail)
Those who are willing to leave the comfort zone of personal life struggle with the poor to fight ignorance, backwardness and improve the welfare of the people. Through their respective sectors, sharing and utilizing knowledge for the surrounding community, this is what the founding fathers of the nation did. This is the best choice, the best way of life to serve God, not to serve lust or worldly comforts.
***You only live once, live a meaningful life.***
*The image is from the religious activities carried out by the students at the school I teach*
Various unique and funny games to celebrate the 77th Indonesian Independence Day at School
Still in the atmosphere of celebrating Indonesia's 77th independence on August 17th. In addition to holding a flag ceremony to commemorate Indonesia's independence day. We from various circles hold entertainment events typical of Independence Day. Which aims as a form to strengthen brotherhood between the people and each other.
These activities are an embodiment of a sense of togetherness, joy, and joy in commemorating independence day. If the first after the independent country was free from colonialism. All the people welcomed it with joy and gratitude.
In order to welcome and participate in celebrating our independence day, all Indonesian people hold various special events for Indonesia's independence day, such as a cultural carnival by wearing traditional clothes from all over Indonesia.
Given that Indonesia has many provinces and each province has a variety of traditional clothes, unique and creative. This carnival is carried out as a form that even though Indonesia has different languages, ethnicities, cultures, our traditional clothes are still one, one language, namely Indonesian.
Famous games typical of Indonesia's independence day
Usually, when celebrating our independence day, people from various regions in Indonesia hold folk entertainment events typical of independence day. That is the Panjat Pinang ( Climbing slippery pole ) game, which is a game that relies on cohesiveness, the struggle to achieve one goal, namely victory at the top of the areca tree with various prizes that are already available at the top of the areca nut.
This event is very interesting, exciting and lively. Because covid 19 hit this event, this event will not be canceled because it will definitely invite a crowd. But, this year is the happiest day for us and maybe the world that we can hold entertainment events
School joins in celebrating Indonesia's independence day
Not to forget to celebrate Indonesia's independence day, several schools also celebrated. One of them is the school where I teach, namely the state junior high school 2 Bireuen Aceh Indonesia, which also holds entertainment events, namely various exciting, cheerful, happy and compact games. For 2 days 16 and 18 August we held this event. Together with students and teachers participate in this fun. Various exciting games typical of Indonesia's independence day we held, namely :
1. Tug of War Game
A game that relies on a rope. Here there will be 2 teams consisting of 8 people who will both pull the rope. Who will be able to attract the strongest and the opposing team will be interested too. Then the team, one more will be the winner. This game prioritizes cohesiveness, strategy and certainly makes the audience who see it also encourages them.
2. Cracker eating game
https://youtu.be/ij25ox8PPGw
( Video by Ayukyukyu Channel) https://youtu.be/ij25ox8PPGw
This unique and funny game will definitely not be missed when celebrating Indonesia's independence day. These round crackers in the shape of a mesh will be hung on a string. Then, participants will eat crackers with their hands behind their backs. You can't touch it and whoever finishes the crackers the fastest is the winner.
3. Balloon blowing game
This game is a simple but thrilling game. Because you have to be strong when you hear the balloon burst. The winner in this game is who can make the balloon pop faster. And don't be surprised when you hear an explosion. Are you surprised when you hear the balloon pop?
4. Marble racing game
This game is no less fun. Games that use marbles and spoons as media. Put the marbles in the spoon and walk while carrying the marbles in the spoon, being careful so that the marbles don't fall. If he falls, he will be declared defeated.
And, here some my fellow teacher and head master at school is playing this game but a little cheat should walk but run a little hahaha. Just for entertainment.
5. The game of finding the flag
This game consists of 3 people in each team. One person will hold the flag, one person will be blindfolded in charge of looking for the flag with his eyes closed and another person will direct his friend but may not touch the friend, only direct it.
The friend holding the flag will stand a distance of about 3 meters and the student who is blindfolded will turn 3 times and then walk to find a friend who is holding the flag while being led by a friend behind him. And the funny thing is, there are those who walk in all directions because they are confused about where to walk, sometimes friends who direct are also wrong and that invites laughter.
6. Flour pouring game
https://youtu.be/-vOX3QgZwN8
( Video game of pouring flour at my school teaching by Ayukyukyu channel )
And this is the closing game and the students like the most, namely pouring flour. This game is very funny and sure to invite laughter. Participants sitting cross-legged behind the frontmost participant will receive a bowl of flour then the flour will be distributed to other participants through the head and cannot see. Can you imagine how their faces were bathed in flour? Instead it became their toy. And of course it's fun.
Those are some unique, funny, fun games. What is important here is togetherness, fun and compactness. Once again, Dirgahayu my country, say my country, beauty, stay strong, sand tough in every problem.
77 years of Indonesia's independence
Today 77 years ago, on August, 17 1945 to be exact, was a historic date, month and year for Indonesia. It was on this date that Indonesia was declared independent from the colonial rule of other nations who wanted to dominate and seize Indonesia.
With all the struggles of the heroes, martyrs, brave young people, the people who sacrificed their blood and tears at that time joined the struggle so that Indonesia was free from colonialism.
So every August 17, we are Indonesia. And this year - August, 17 2022. We, the Indonesian people, can again celebrate this independence day. This year is the 77th year that my country has become independent, free from colonialism, war, has its own country, leads its own country, the good and the bad of my country. This is where I was born, earn a living, experience joy and sorrow, feel prosperity and even misery, we can't go anywhere. Laugh, cry, happy, sad, here we live it.
Maybe sometimes I am grateful that I was born here, sometimes complain because I see my country is very chaotic, sometimes smile at my country which is so rich in natural beauty, sometimes angry at my country because of the actions of a few uncivilized humans messing up the dignity of my country. I'm envious of other countries, maybe? I want to live in another country, can I? But, everything has been destined for me here, on the earth of Indonesia.
That's right, Indonesia is my country, red and white is the color of my flag, Garuda is the symbol of my country, Pancasila is the ideological pillar of my country, Pancasila which has a very meaningful symbol in every precept. That's part of the hallmark of my country. 17, August we celebrate and remember how Indonesia was independent? read the history of how they fought while defending this country so that it remained solid, intact and sovereign.
A country that has many provinces and each province has its own regional language. However, Indonesian remains the unifying language of the nation.
We, the generation which is a generation, share the fruits of their struggle today. What we can do is be loyal to my country, remember the services of heroes by defending, being dedicated, knowledgeable and insightful. To build and care for this archipelago as best as possible. To be a superior and brilliant generation.
To show our nationalism as children of the nation who love their country while celebrating independence day. We, held a special flag ceremony celebrating the independence of my country, sang the national anthem of my country, sang the national anthem and the struggle as a dedication to feel grateful, happy, and cheerful in welcoming the country's independence.
Great Indonesia anthem ( Indonesia Raya ), my country's national anthem
https://youtu.be/d03JkQ9Jx8I
[ Video song Indonesia Raya by TheMarches09 Chanel ] https://youtu.be/d03JkQ9Jx8I
The song Indonesia Raya, was composed by the composer Wage Rudolf Supratman or who is often known as W. R. Supratman. Song as the nationality of my country. The meaning of the song that so upholds the love for my country, deep gratitude for the struggle of the heroes who have defended the country with their blood and tears. The song Indonesia Raya was created to describe the spirit and ideals of the fighters of the national movement who wanted to be freed from the shackles of the invaders. Everything, we should be grateful. https://youtu.be/d03JkQ9Jx8I
77 years Indonesia "Recover faster, rise stronger"
Every year in welcoming the government under the auspices of the ministry of education and culture, it always carries a theme and creates different logos. For this year the theme is “Recover Faster Rise Stronger” . Of course, the Ministry of Education and Culture has its own thoughts to carry this theme, including:
**1. Background ‘Together Recover Faster Rise Stronger’ ( in Indonesian " Pulih lebih cepat bangkit lebih kuat " )**
This year, Indonesia as a member of the ***G20*** forum does not only fight for its national interests. But also to the global level and become the voice of developing countries that contribute to solving various economic problems or challenges facing the world. https://youtu.be/d03JkQ9Jx8I
Indonesia's 77th Independence Day reflects how the values of Pancasila and Bhinneka Tunggal Ika contained in the Garuda symbol are to unite us in facing the challenges that exist and lead us to recover faster to be ready to face global challenges and rise stronger to be ready to bring Indonesia is advanced.
2. Visual character
The visual character of the 77th Republic of Indonesia's Independence Day reflects the optimism of a nation that is dynamic, synergistic, decisive, and straightforward in facing global challenges, and is a manifestation of the hope that together we can recover faster and rise stronger towards advanced Indonesia.
3. The meaning of the 77th Indonesian independence logo
The meaning of the 77th Indonesian Independence Day logo is to reflect the feeling of a dynamic, synergistic, firm, and straightforward nation. That is a reflection of the values of Pancasila and Bhinneka Tunggal Ika which unites the Indonesian people in realizing the hope that together they can recover faster and rise stronger towards an advanced Indonesia.
4. 7 Philosophy in Logo 77
Quoted from the Ministry of Education and Culture. There are 7 philosophies in the logo of the 77th Indonesian Independence Day, namely:
`Two Up Arrows (Acceleration and Movement): The shape of the number 77 resembles two upward arrows symbolizing acceleration movement in improving Indonesia's condition to recover faster and rise stronger.`
`Two Stairs (Progress and Development): Two horizontal lines form a ladder leading up to symbolize the progress and development of all sectors in Indonesia.`
`Truncated Top (Democracy and Openness): The truncated top symbolizes the openness of the Indonesian nation in its role at the global level to move freely and actively together in the recovery of world conditions.`
`Italics and Sharp Angles (Semangat Juang and Garuda Pancasila): The sharp slashes and angles, inspired by the sharp bamboo and the head of the Garuda Pancasila, symbolize the spirit of the warrior to rise stronger and tougher`
`Two Curved Lines (Synergy and Hope): Two curved lines symbolize the synergy of the government and society in working together and moving side by side flexibly and dynamically towards one direction, towards Advanced Indonesia.`
`Connecting Angle (international liaison): The connecting angle symbolizes Indonesia's role in the G20 forum in uniting the voices of developed countries to contribute to solving various issues and challenges facing the world.`
`Silhouette Number 1 (Unity of Indonesia): The silhouette of number one symbolizes the spirit of Unity in Unity in Diversity as the motto of the great, strong, and united Indonesian nation.`
August, 17 Indonesia's independence day
https://youtu.be/IyDCRIxpNGU
**( Indonesian independence day song, Merdeka Day 17 August 45 by video KAIRATUN TENUN channel )**
The meaning of August 17, 1945 for the Indonesian people is to be a moment of firm statement that the Indonesian people declare independence and break away from colonialism and form an independent and sovereign state.
Philosophically, the proclamation of independence is a guide to the history of the Indonesian nation. Each of these dates will continue to be remembered and remembered by every young generation of Indonesia. That this country was born, thanks to the struggle of the heroes in fighting for the Indonesian nation
And there is the text of the proclamation of independence as the culmination of the struggle of the Indonesian nation and as an affirmation that the Indonesian nation has been able to stand alone as a new country and free from colonialism.
`Indonesian independence proclamation text`
`"We, the Indonesian people, hereby declare the independence of Indonesia. Matters concerning the transfer of power and others are carried out in a careful manner and in the shortest possible time".`
`(In Indonesian)`
`“Kami bangsa Indonesia dengan ini menjatakan kemerdekaan Indonesia. Hal-hal jang mengenai pemindahan kekoeasaan dan lain-lain diselenggarakan dengan cara seksama dan dalam tempo jang sesingkat-singkatnya".`
The Meaning of the Proclamation of Independence from Various Aspects
Regarding the meaning of the proclamation of independence in more depth from various aspects, it is also explained in the book Citizenship Education: National and State Skills Class VII (2007), among others :
The Meaning of the Proclamation from the Historical Aspect
The meaning of the proclamation from the historical aspect is a sign of the end of the history of the colonial position in the archipelago. In addition, it is a form of the beginning of the early history of Indonesia's independence as an independent and sovereign country.
The Meaning of the Proclamation from the Sociological Aspect
Meanwhile, from the sociological aspect, the meaning of the proclamation of independence changed the Indonesian nation into a nation free from colonialism. In addition, the spirit of Indonesia was opened again to start building a nation and state that had long been destroyed due to the position of the colonizers.
The Meaning of the Proclamation from the Cultural Aspect
Meanwhile, the meaning of the proclamation of Indonesian independence from the cultural aspect will certainly create a new civilization in the form of equality in the dignity, worth and degree of its people. During the colonial period, the Indonesian people were referred to as natives by the colonialists. After independence, the Indonesian nation upholds human values and does not discriminate against ethnicity, religion, race and class.
The Meaning of the Proclamation from the Legal Aspect
From the legal aspect, the meaning of the proclamation of independence is a statement of the abolition of colonial law and replaced by Indonesian national law as well as the highest political decision. All forms of law belonging to the colonizers were replaced with Indonesian legal products.
The Meaning of the Proclamation from the Spiritual Aspect
Lastly from the spiritual aspect, the meaning of the proclamation is a gift from God Almighty and for all His grace the independence of Indonesia can be realized. Without the power of God Almighty, Indonesia's independence will never be achieved. In addition, Indonesia's independence cannot be separated from the prayers of all Indonesian people.
The Meaning of the Proclamation from the Political Aspect
From a political point of view, the meaning of the proclamation of independence is a statement and proof that the Indonesian nation is equal to sovereign nations throughout the world. The Indonesian people are also free to determine the right policies and attitudes according to noble ideals without any interference or coercion from other countries
Happy Indonesian Independence Day, get well soon my country, rise faster. Have a trustworthy leader, love the people, love the country's children. I love Indonesia
The specialty of rice water with various needs and benefits
Did you know that rice water or water used for washing rice has benefits? So far, we might think of rice water as something that is not useful but it has benefits for certain needs.
Rice washing water is a waste that comes from the cleaning process of rice to be cooked. This liquid waste is usually thrown away for nothing, even though the content of organic compounds and minerals is very diverse, so rice water can be used as fertilizer.
Rice washing water or often called leri (in Indonesian) is water obtained in the process of washing rice. Rice washing water is relatively easy to obtain because most people, especially Asia, including Indonesia use rice (rice).
Other rice water can also be obtained when we cook rice, the first boiling water is also called rice water and the water can be taken and utilized. If in Indonesia this water is called Water tajin is believed to be rich in nutrients and starch which is very good for consumption. In addition, this liquid is also said to contain carbohydrates, plant inositol, and many other organic substances.
***There are 2 ways to get rice water***
***Soaking or precipitating rice***
***Boiling rice***
***There are several benefits of rice water or water used for washing rice for various needs:***
***1. For face and body***
***2. For digestive health and to be used as complementary food for breast milk for babies***
***3. To nourish hair***
***4. To fertilize plants***
1. Rice washing water for face and body
If all this time you always throw away the water used to wash rice, reconsider this habit, because the water that is considered dirty is actually very good for facial skin beauty.
This is because rice water is rich in gamma-oryzanol which is known to protect the skin from damage caused by UV rays. So, it is not surprising that rice water is widely used as a cosmetic base.
Here are the various benefits of rice water for the face that you need to know :
Brighten the skin
Remove dark spots
Prevent premature aging
The content of vitamin E in rice water is known to be able to inhibit the premature aging process.
Overcome acne
Sources from alodokter.com said there are several ways you can choose to get rice water that can be used in facial treatments, namely :
***1. Soaking the rice***
Soaking rice is the easiest way to get rice water. The steps are as follows:
Take cup of rice.
Wash until clean.
Put the rice in a bowl and add 2-3 cups of water.
Leave it for 30 minutes.
Strain the rice water into a clean bowl.
Rice water is ready to be used on the face.
***2. Carry out the fermentation process***
The next way to get rice water is to carry out the fermentation process. To get rice water fermented, do the first 3 steps in the soaking rice water section. Next, soak the rice for two days in a cool place or store it in the refrigerator. After that, strain and collect the rice water into a clean bowl, then use it on your face.
This soaked rice water can also be used as a body scrub that functions :
Nourish and cool the skin
Makes skin supple
Overcoming dry skin due to sodium laurel sulfate
Protects skin from UV rays
Because rice water contains allantoin, pitera, and inositol. These nutrients make it beneficial for the skin of the face and body. Here we show a row of the benefits of rice water for body skin as reported by Healthline.
2. Rice cooking water for digestive health and complementary foods for breast milk
Another way to get rice water is by cooking rice. In this way, you can also get rice water for facial care, digestive health and complementary feeding.
Place cup of rice in a saucepan.
Add twice as much water as you normally would when you cook rice.
When the rice and water are boiling, strain the rice water into a clean bowl.
Cool the rice water filter, then apply it to the face
`Indeed, there are various benefits of rice water for the face, but you still have to be careful in using it, especially if your skin is sensitive. You should first consult a dermatologist before using rice water for facial treatments.`
In Indonesia we call it ***Water tajin*** which is a white liquid that appears when rice boils. Because it contains rice particles, starch water contains carbohydrates.
Starch water contains several nutrients that are good for the body. Bioactive compounds such as amino acids, vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B3 (niacin), vitamin E, minerals (sodium and potassium), to antioxidants that are beneficial for health.
Quoting ***Doctor NDTV***, drinking starchy water is a good way to launch our digestive system, including very helpful in relieving constipation. In addition, we also have to balance it by eating foods rich in fiber. It will keep the digestive system in good condition.
Because there is a lot of goodness in this starchy water, old people often gave starchy water to babies as a complementary food for breast milk.
3. Rice washing water for hair
Here are some of the benefits and how to use rice water for hair :
Makes hair shiny.
Overcoming dandruff.
Remove lice.
Overcoming split ends
Soak the rice for 30 minutes to 2 hours in water. Then, use the soaking water to wash your hair. Soak the rice for one day to get it fermented. Boil rice, strain, let stand, then use.
After washing your hair with shampoo, use rice wash water instead of conditioner. Rinse hair with rice water. Do this treatment at least twice a week. This method works to nourish hair.
4. Rice washing water for plants
In addition, the water used for washing rice is also widely used for plants to fertilize plants, increase plant growth, strengthen plants, accelerate the process of photosynthesis.
Because rice washing water contains antioxidants that function as buffers, which can interact with various components and affect plant growth and development, protect plants from pests, help plants grow and develop. Removing Soil Odor Due to Compost
*How? already know the benefits of rice water or still think that rice water is just to be thrown away? may be useful*
Watermelon with two colors, different taste and benefits
Watermelon (also known as Citrullus lanatus, Cucurbitaceae) is a vine native to the semi-desert areas of southern Africa. Watermelon is a fruit plant in the form of herbs that grow vines. Originating from tropical and subtropical dry areas of Africa, then growing rapidly to various countries such as: South Af rica, China, Japan, and Indonesia.
What we know is that there are several colors of watermelon flesh, the most popular of which are red and yellow. Why are there red and yellow watermelons? Because
Red watermelon contains lycopene which causes the flesh to turn red. Meanwhile, yellow watermelon does not contain lycopene so it is not red. Yellow watermelon contains beta carotene which causes yellow flesh. These two watermelon colors also have different flavors.
The difference in taste between this red watermelon and yellow watermelon is that the yellow watermelon is slightly sweeter and tastes a bit like honey. The color of the flesh of this fruit is also influenced by its content, friends. Red watermelon contains lycopene, an antioxidant found in red fruits and vegetables.
Watermelon is good for health.
Watermelon, not only fresh fruit, sweet and can quench thirst. Watermelon can also be used for medicine.
Watermelon also has the benefit of being able to help relieve muscle pain. The reason is, the amino acids found in watermelon can improve exercise performance and reduce muscle soreness. Watermelon has benefits that can maintain skin health. The content of vitamins A and C in watermelon is important for the skin.
Watermelon side effects
In addition, watermelon also has side effects because watermelon, especially red watermelon, also contains lycopene, a bright red carotenoid hydrocarbon that is usually found in fruits. This lycopene if consumed in excess can cause a feeling of bloated stomach, bloated stomach, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. In addition, watermelon also contains sugar. So, you have to be wise in consuming.
The difference in the benefits of red and yellow watermelon
There are some differences between these two watermelon colors, which we need to know. There are some content that both of them don't have and some are the same.
Red watermelon looks tempting when it's hot. This fruit, which is rich in water content, can help relieve thirst.
Not only that, there are a number of other benefits of red watermelon that are good for health and prevent disease. The benefits of this watermelon are contained behind its fresh red color.
Here are benefits of red watermelon:
Prevent cancer
Prevent heart disease
The lycopene content in watermelon also helps lower cholesterol and blood pressure. Both of these conditions are risk factors that lead to heart disease. When cholesterol and blood pressure are maintained, the risk of heart disease is reduced.
Prevent inflammation
The combination of antioxidants, lycopene, and vitamin C in watermelon can prevent inflammation and oxidative damage. Studies show watermelon consumption reduces inflammation significantly.
Prevent eye disease
Prevent muscle pain
Prevent constipation
Watermelon also contains fiber which helps in digestion. Consumption of watermelon is associated with better digestive health and reduced constipation and constipation
Benefits of Yellow Watermelon for Health, Effectively Increase Body Immune
In addition to red-fleshed watermelons, yellow watermelons are also in great demand by the public. Although not like the color of watermelons in general, this type of watermelon has a taste that is no less delicious and refreshing.
Not only that, yellow watermelon also has a variety of nutritional content that is good for health. Starting from vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytonutrients, polyphenols, to dietary fiber
It's not wrong if yellow watermelon is included in the list of healthy foods that are good for daily consumption.
Reporting from Good Health All, here are some of the benefits of yellow watermelon for health that we all need to know:
Maintain Kidney Health
The fiber content in yellow watermelon can remove toxins, pollutants, and other unwanted substances from our bodies. This content can work to help detoxify the kidneys to some extent.
The abundant water content and diuretic properties of yellow watermelon are also able to increase the frequency of urination. This diuretic property can also reduce stress on the kidneys effectively.
Relieves Internal Heat
Watermelon also contains potassium which is effective in maintaining the balance of electrolytes and body fluids. If you experience heartburn, consuming watermelon can help reduce symptoms.
Controls High Blood Pressure
The vasodilating properties of potassium in yellow watermelon can relax the blood vessels and promote blood circulation effectively. It also contains other nutrients such as zinc, magnesium, and amino acids.
Consumption of yellow watermelon is recommended in moderation. Because, if consumed in excess, the potassium content in yellow watermelon can lower blood pressure to very low levels.
Controls Blood Sugar
The fiber content in yellow watermelon can slow the absorption of sugar by the bloodstream and help in managing diabetes. In addition, the content of arginine and amino acids in yellow watermelon increases the effect of insulin on blood sugar levels and manages diabetes well.
Boost Energy
Adequate Body Hydration
Yellow watermelon contains up to 92 percent water. This content can certainly help meet the body's fluid needs properly.
In addition, consumption of yellow watermelon can also reduce various symptoms related to dehydration such as strong urine odor, dizziness, fatigue, muscle weakness, low blood pressure, increased heart rate, reduced urine. frequency, and dry mouth.
Strengthens Immune System
The antioxidant content of vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E, and other antioxidant compounds such as phytonutrients, polyphenols, and flavonoids in yellow watermelon can protect immune cells from free radical damage and thereby strengthen the immune system.
With stronger immunity, our risk of catching coughs, colds, fevers and flu is significantly reduced. The anti-microbial properties of yellow watermelon are also able to reduce the risk of various bacterial, viral and fungal infections.
*Do you like yellow or red watermelon. I prefer yellow watermelon because it contains a lot of water which makes the body fresh and full longer. Whatever your choice, watermelon is yellow or red, both are good for health. May be useful*
*Image are mine and Pinterest.com*
Want to make dishes with a sour and fresh taste, vegetable starfruit is the right choice
Belimbing wuluh (in Indonesian) is often called vegetable starfruit or sour starfruit because it has a fairly sour taste and is usually used as a cooking spice and herbal medicine or (natural medicine) ). Belimbing wuluh or which has the scientific name Averrhoa bilimbi is a tropical plant originating from Southeast Asia.
Thought to have originated in the Maluku Islands, and was bred and grown freely in Indonesia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Malaysia. This plant is usually planted in the yard to take its fruit which has a sour taste which is often used as a cooking spice and a mixture of herbal ingredients.
Starfruit is a fruit tree that reaches 5 meters in height. The stem is not that big. 30 cm in diameter. It is rough and lumpy, slightly branched, and inclined upwards. The young branches are hairy, like velvet and light brown in color. The leaves are arranged in a double shape.
The flowers are small, clustered, panicle types like rice plants, and branched stalks. Flowers have fine fibers with fertile stamens, purple in color, the length of the petals is not more than 10 mm and the base of the flower is pale purple.
Starfruit vegetables are used as cooking spices that can be stored for a long time
In my area, Aceh Indonesia, there is a cooking spice called Asam sunti which is made from star fruit and vegetables that are durable and can be stored for a long time by being preserved naturally. Star fruit that is ready to be picked, then washed and then dried in the sun for up to one or two days. It has been slightly wilted, clean and remove the stalks contained in the star fruit.
Then put salt on top of the starfruit mix until evenly distributed. Then dry again for up to 2 to 4 days in the hot sun until the starfruit is slightly dry and turns brown. If it is like this then it is called sunti acid and it only exists in my area and this sunti acid can make special dishes from my area.
Star fruit vegetables from the leaves, flowers and fruit can also be used as natural medicine
Benefits of star fruit vegetables :
Controlling blood sugar levels.
Increase endurance.
Lowers high blood pressure.
Reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Reducing the risk of getting cancer.
Benefits of star fruit leaves. Because these are some of the benefits of boiled water starfruit leaves for our health :
Treat diabetes.
Prevent cancer.
Prevent heart disease.
Maintain bone health.
Treat flu and cough.
Treat acne.
Treat toothache.
Treating rheumatic pain due to rheumatism
Benefits of star fruit flowers
Starfruit flowers are rich in antioxidants which are very important for the body. High antioxidants can ward off free radicals. Free radicals that are not treated immediately can cause various diseases, one of which is coughing.
Starfruit vegetables for Beauty
1. Effective in getting rid of acne
Acne is one of the skin problems that can reduce a person's level of confidence in appearance. When acne occurs, people usually immediately do various ways to eradicate it.
You can use belimbing wuluh to be used as an acne medication naturally and safely without side effects. This fruit contains oxalic acid which is useful in reducing acne.
The trick, clean starfruit first. If it is clean, puree or blender the fruit to make a face mask. Let stand a few minutes to dry, then rinse with clean water.
2. Brighten Face
In addition to acne, dull skin can also lower self-confidence. You can overcome this by wearing a starfruit mask.
The content of vitamin C in starfruit is able to make facial skin brighter and glowing. In addition, this fruit can also reduce black spots and keep the skin tight.
3. Shrink Pores
For those who have problems with large pores, you can try using a facial treatment with starfruit.
You can use starfruit as a face mask to clean bad bacteria that clog pores. So, you can avoid oily face.
*You have this vegetable starfruit tree at home? Let's take the benefits of fruit, leaves and flowers for various needs, hopefully it will be useful*
Images are mine and Pinterest.com
Want the heart to stay happy, don't always force others to like what we want
If you are looking for tips to be happy, surely there are many references that we can get. And all will return to your attitude and life choices. One of the most important things is that we must accept the fact that happiness must be created by ourselves.
To be able to create happiness, we can start by stopping forcing everyone to like us. Forcing something can sometimes even make our own hearts disappointed. Of course, we are the ones who will tire ourselves out if all we think about is how to get everyone to like everything we do.
We Need Rain to Reach Rainbow
It seems impossible that everything will always run beautifully and fine. There must be pebbles and trials that we must face. But by going through and overcoming all these tests, we will feel the pleasure of success and happiness. After all, we will need rain to get a rainbow. We need darkness to be able to enjoy the beauty of the expanse of stars.
Focus On The Best Things You Can Do
Talks and demands of people will never end. Maybe you will also continue to be tired of all the things people are talking about you. But don't let it hurt your heart. Keep creating your happiness by focusing on the best things you can do.
***I choose to be unstoppable. I'm bigger than my concerns and worries. the strength of other inspires me daily. i focus on my goal. i trust my intuition and live a courageous life***
Let go of what hurts, fight for the one who loves
There will be people who hurt and hate. But also of course there will be people who will always love and be by your side. It's just a matter of how we deal with it all. And one of the best ways to be happy in this condition is to let go of those who hurt and fight for those who have proven to be sincere in love.
***Happiness is letting go of what you think your life is supposed to look like and celebrating it for everything that it is***
We have our own way of being happy. There is always a path we can take for our good. If you can make a lot of people like you with the good you do, then be grateful. But even if not everyone can like and appreciate you, still be grateful. Because gratitude is the easiest way to get blessings from everything we do.
Take care of our hearts and we must realize that :
Not everyone likes us
Not everyone is sincere to us
And not everyone is honest with us
But don't be so easy to think
Increase your prayers so that God will always take care of you
Don't let yourself become a despicable and insulted person
When someone hurts you. Ask God to expand your patience
No need to grudge, because it will burden your life path. Don't worry, there is an all-seeing God. He who oversees every human action will have its own recompense. Either while in this world or after we leave this world.
***Don't forget to pray that Allah will keep you away from evil after this so that your life will be blessed.***
*Create our own happiness from now on. Create your own happiness for the good of the people you deserve to fight for.*
*images are mine and just for entertainment*
Healthy drink telang flower tea (clitoria ternatea) basil with musk orange (calamansi)
The benefits of one interest are no longer in doubt. The color of the flowers is beautiful, but the properties in this flower are no less great. Flowers or more suitable to be referred to as tea because these flowers can be consumed. Can be boiled or brewed like making tea.
The basic efficacy of the brewed telang flower, also known as Blue Tea, is a caffeine-free herbal concoction, made by boiling the dried or fresh flowers of a plant called the scientific language Clitoria ternatea. The best thing about this drink is that it is completely caffeine-free, and packed with antioxidants.
Currently, people are liking to plant this plant because it is believed to be a medicinal plant. At school I teach also to plant this plant. Besides being useful and this plant is also easy to grow. It has small, dense leaves and vines.
A brief introduction to the origin of the telang tea flower
**Called butterfly flower**
Telang flower ( in Indonesian) or in English is called Butterfly pea, because its shape that resembles a butterfly has the Latin or scientific name Clitoria ternatea. This flower is believed to have originated from central South America which spread to the tropics since the 19th century, especially to Southeast Asia including Indonesia.
**Made as food coloring**
This telang flower is used by the community as a natural colorant for food and drinks. In Malaysia, the flower extract is used to color nasi kerabu, a type of blue rice uduk and also sticky rice which is commonly called pulut press or pulut tai. While in Thailand it is used as a drink coloring under the name Nam Dok Anchan, usually served with lemon juice.
While in India around the Kerala area, and in the Philippines, this telang flower is consumed as a vegetable. The use of telang flowers as food and beverage coloring is due to the content of anthocyanin compounds of the type of delphinidin glycosides found in blue telang flowers. Anthocyanins are natural dyes that act as antioxidants found in plants.
Variety of tea flower tea drink
Yesterday, at school one of my fellow teachers brought a tea flower drink that he made himself from home. Telang basil seed tea drink with kasturi orange or in scientific language calamansi orange. And we all drank it and it tasted really fresh. And this drink is healthy and suitable for deep heat because of the basil seeds in it.
The benefits and harms of the flower of the telang tea
Because in general we already know the benefits of this flower. There is nothing wrong with knowing the benefits if consumed properly and also the disadvantages of this butterfly pea if consumed in excess. Benefits of telang flower :
***Lowers blood sugar***
***Prevent cancer***
***Remove phlegm in chronic bronchitis***
***Relieves migraines***
***Treat boils***
***Diarrhea***
***Prevent premature aging***
***Maintain the health of the digestive tract.***
And Telang flower tea can be drunk three times a day in a reasonable amount. You should drink pea flower tea one hour before eating or one hour after eating.
Side effects of pea flower if consumed in excess
**Anti-Nutrition**
The danger of butterfly pea flowers or the first side effect to watch out for is causing anti-nutrition.
The content of oxalic acid in the telang flower is quite high, so that this substance can bind other nutrients in the body.
When it is bound, the body cannot use it and it is feared that we will experience malnutrition
**Kidney Stones**
Still reported by IDNTimes, the danger of the next pea flower is causing kidney stones. This may occur if the consumption of pea flower is done excessively.
The high content of oxalic acid in the telang flower will bind to other compounds that make these compounds solid and accumulate in the kidneys.
**Diarrhea and Nausea**
Everything is not good if consumed in excess.
Including the butterfly flower…
The effect of high levels of consuming pea flower, can cause diarrhea and nausea.
For pregnant women and those who are breastfeeding, it is better to avoid consuming pea flowers, unless they have received advice and consultation from an expert doctor.
**Harmful When Dropped in the Eyes**
Quoted by the klikdokter.com page, the next danger of the pea flower is related to eye health.
Telang flower is often used as an eye compress by the wider community.
However, if the telang flower bath turns out to be not sterile, then it is used as a compress or even eye drops, it is feared that it will cause a potential fungal infection in the eye.
You know this butterfly flower? And have or used to consume it. Drink properly and you should find out first whether this telang tea is suitable for your body, hopefully it will be useful.
Delicious and refreshing young coconut jelly
Young coconut is one of the fruits that is widely used by people in various countries. Starting from being used as a drink to being processed into delicious food.
Currently, one of the processed snacks that are currently popular is degan or young coconut jelly. This snack is very popular with various groups because it has a delicious, fresh and filling taste. In addition, the coconut shell used as a container also makes the jelly more attractive and appetizing.
With a variety of fruit toppings
In general, young coconut jelly is similar to other young coconut flavored jelly. The difference is, the food is topped with various fruits. So that makes it even more delicious. Coconuts are cut with a unique shape when the lid is opened it will look a variety of fruit. There are pieces of dragon fruit, melon, apple, young papaya Basil seeds, etc.
Mini jelly young coconut available
Where I bought this coconut jelly, it is also available in cup packaging. Topped with sliced grapes. Both delicious and fresh. With a simpler appearance than in a coconut container.
How to make Young Coconut Jelly Pudding
The young coconut ice is delicious, and the Young Coconut Pudding isn't that bad either. More hits. If you like it, please try to make it yourself at home because there is a recipe. Come on, have a look !
***MATERIALS :***
***1 pack of young coconut flavored jelly***
***1 pack of agar agar plain***
***100 gr sugar (can be according to taste)***
***700 ml coconut water***
***Young coconut meat according to taste***
***Nata de coco slices according to taste***
***fruit pieces***
***HOW TO MAKE*** :
***Enter the young coconut water little by little until it runs out while stirring so that there are no lumps.***
***While waiting for it to cool a little, add the young coconut meat, nata de coco and sliced fruit.***
***Pour the jelly pudding mixture into a bowl or container while stirring so that the young coconut meat, fruit and nata de coco are mixed in the middle and on top.***
`Be careful when pouring into a plastic container because if it gets too hot the container will melt. We recommend using a glass container if you want it faster.`
**Serve after refrigerating.**
**You can add basil seeds or chia seeds..**
`If you want a diet snack, replace regular granulated sugar with low-calorie diet sugar.`
`Can also use palm sugar, richer taste..`
`If you want a diet snack, replace regular granulated sugar with low-calorie diet sugar.`
`Can also use palm sugar, richer taste.`
Good luck
Attending a wedding party with my local tradition
This week I am busy attending my brother's wedding party. Of course, I also kept myself busy with other brothers and residents in my village. Working together with all the residents participated in the success of the wedding party.
From making dishes, decorating, providing a beautiful aisle for the bridal couple, it is certainly something that is very much needed in a wedding party.
And I'm very happy to participate in this activity. Tired, but happy because I can gather with distant relatives who may rarely see each other unless there is a certain moment. I definitely won't waste this opportunity.
In addition to being busy preparing a party and having fun with relatives and local residents.
Beautiful aisle for the bride and groom
This is my local wedding aisle. A large and beautiful aisle is available to add to the excitement of my brother's wedding party. And I am also very amazed and excited just to see this bride and groom with the bride and groom adds to the happiness and excitement of the party. Beautiful and handsome wedding couple. Makes me happy to see them and I wish them happiness.
A number of special dishes for weddings in my area
A festive party is not complete without a meal. Here are a number of dishes that have been arranged beautifully. We do it with the locals until this dish is created well. Dishes are well arranged to attract attention to make them look beautiful. And the dishes are sure to make us hungry. And there is also a small aisle provided for the bridal couple. And here they will eat together with the bridal party
Waiting for the bride's entourage
This is a beautiful and handsome wedding couple. With a wedding dress typical of my region, Aceh, Indonesia. It can be seen in the picture that the bride greets the groom as a symbolic sign that she will respect and serve as a wife to her husband. May they always be in harmony, happy, and blessed with good, faithful children, and can make their parents proud.
My local traditional wedding cake
In my area when the groom's group comes, they will bring gifts for the bride. Meanwhile, when the bride comes, she will bring various kinds of traditional cakes from my area. There are diamonds, lunkhead, jipang rice etc. Which is put in a big and beautifully decorated. All can only be done by very professional hands. Because when you decorate it directly with the cake. And of course this is not an easy thing. Isn't it beautiful?
Final thoughts, I joined in posing for a moment near the aisle
I'm so happy to enjoy this moment. It's not just a party, but when you get together with your family, it's certainly a very valuable thing. Because, they don't always have time because of their busy lives. Hopefully everyone is always healthy, long life, easy sustenance and can gather again on another occasion. Congratulations to the bride and groom
Image from a private collection which is the atmosphere of a brother's wedding party that I attended
1 Muharram Islamic New Year, Moment of Self-Introspection
Saturday, July 30, 2022, all Muslims around the world will commemorate the Islamic New Year or 1 Muharram. And this year is the 1444th year of Hijrah for us to commemorate for the umpteenth time. And we as Muslims must be grateful that we are still given the opportunity to commemorate the Islamic New Year which we hope as Muslims will become more obedient, correct what is wrong, multiply the good. So that the quality of our faith and Islam is getting better.
Talking about the new year, of course we really hope for a bad change to be good. And the Islamic New Year 1 Muharram 1444 Hijri this time is expected to be a momentum for every Muslim to improve themselves. As Muslims, we should take advantage of the momentum of the turn of the Islamic new year for muhasabah (introspection). Muslims must have and continue to improve their extraordinary potential, namely the potential for character, morality, obedience, and religiosity.
Therefore, we should continue to develop this potential to underlie development towards advanced Indonesia.
By reading more Al-Quran, listening to religious teachings to increase our Islamic knowledge, positive thinking about sharing with others, increasing obligatory and sunnah prayers and getting closer to God. May Allah always keep our hearts istiqomah in faith and Islam until the end of life.
Is it the Islamic New Year?
About the meaning of the Hijri New Year. The Hijri New Year or also known as the Islamic New Year is one of the important days for Muslims around the world. The definition of the Hijri New Year is the new year in the Hijri calendar. Hijri calendar is an Islamic calendar. So, every commemoration of Islamic holidays such as the month of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr (the month of Shawwal), Eid al-Adha (the month of Dzulhijjah) and today we commemorate the Islamic new year or the year of hijrah (Month of Muharram) is commemorated every 1st of the month of Muharram.
History of the Hijri New Year
The history of determining the beginning of the Islamic new year or the beginning of the hijri calendar refers to the event of the migration of the Prophet Muhammad from the city of Mecca to Medina. This event is one of the important moments in Islamic history that occurred in 622 AD. And, that day is designated as the first day in the hijriyah calendar or the Islamic calendar, namely 1 Muharam 1 Hijriyah.
The history of the early determination of the hijri calendar calendar which became the beginning of the hijri year is inseparable from the role of Caliph Umar bin Khattab. Reporting from the official website of Al Ain University, the history of determining the beginning of the Islamic new year was initiated by Caliph Umar bin Khattab with the approval of Usman bin Affan and Ali bin Abi Talib.
The use of the hijri calendar as the initial moment of the Islamic calendar is the stipulation of the year 622 AD (the hijrah of the Prophet Muhammad SAW) as the first year of the hijri calendar. It was the 17th year after the hijrah event or 3-4 years during the leadership of Caliph Umar bin Khattab.
**Understanding the Hijri New Year and its Meaning**
It is known that the meaning of the Hijri New Year is the new year in the Hijri calendar calendar, aka the new year for Muslims. The determination of the beginning of the new hijriyah year is every 1 Muharram.
The meaning of the Hijri New Year begins with the migration of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. During the time of Allah's Apostle, the event of hijrah was carried out as a da'wah strategy and responded to situations and conditions that were not conducive to the people of Mecca
Interpret the momentum of the Hijri new year with kindness and change for the better
`How do Muslims interpret the Hijrah New Year in everyday life?`
In welcoming and commemorating the Islamic new year, Muslims are expected to interpret it by turning a new leaf and being grateful for all the blessings that Allah has given. what exactly is the meaning of the Islamic new year that we need to understand? This is the meaning of the Islamic New Year for Muslims :
New Year's Moment
The first meaning of the new year 1 Muharram for Muslims is a momentum for the turn of the year. Of course this indicates a change in the Hijri year from the previous year to the new year.
The moment of the turn of the Islamic new year for some people is often.
The Islamic New Year means the migration of the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina and is an important event in the birth of Islam as a victorious religion.
From this hijrah, Islam began to experience rapid development and became wider and wider to Makkaah and some of the surrounding areas. With the migration of the Prophet Muhammad, Islam began to experience an increase in showing itself and becoming an Islamic state [Daula Islamiyah] was formed.
The Spirit of Struggle Without Despair
The next meaning of the Islamic New Year can be interpreted as a spirit of struggle without recognizing despair and high optimism, namely the spirit of moving from bad things to better things.
Rasulullah SAW and his companions fought the feeling of sadness and fear during the hijrah, where they had to leave their homeland, relatives and property they had.
The Islamic New Year or Hijri has its own meaning for Muslims. The turn of the Islamic new year is celebrated on 1 Muharram, and is different from the Christian calendar.
Islam teaches us that as Muslims, we must welcome the new year using the Hijri calendar system and commemorate it with prayer and dhikr together.
Reminder of the Importance of Noble Morals
The next meaning of the Islamic New Year is that it can be a reminder of the importance of noble character. Of course, we often hear that knowledge alone is useless if you have no morals.
Noble morals will be your impetus to be able to continue to do good and spread kindness to many people, which then the results of that kindness will be reaped in the future.
The meaning of the Islamic new year has the meaning that a change in something that is for the good, has benefits for all humans and for all the universe by using the spirit of peace full of love.
***"Indeed those who believed, those who emigrated and fought in the way of Allah, they hope for Allah's mercy, and Allah is Forgiving, Most Merciful." (Al-Baqarah: 218)***
Final though, a wise advice about the Islamic new year
Sincere actions come from a clean heart. Clean the heart with gentle words. Let's welcome the month of Muharram with hope.
The next year will come. The year will pass and we will start again. As the new year begins, stay focused on your goals and allow yourself to be happy, positive, and encouraging to others.
***Image from a police visit to the school I taught this morning, in the context of socializing commemorating the Islamic New Year in the theme of the younger generation brilliant is the generation of commendable behavior***
The bamboo philosophy symbolizes humility and various benefits
Bamboo plays an important role in the plant chain, this plant which has the Latin name bamboosea is a type of grass with cavities and segments in its trunk. Bamboo is also one of the fastest growing plants in the world. In various parts of the world, bamboo has a philosophical aspect in several national cultures. The Chinese made bamboo a symbol of firmness and sincerity.
While the Indians make bamboo as a sign or symbol of friendship. Bamboo is often used as a symbol of the figure of a knight, hero, martial artist and even a weapon in expelling the invaders.
It is not uncommon when we see scenes in films of Chinese warriors often using bamboo as weapons, even in struggle films on Indonesian screens. That said, sharp bamboo was able to defeat enemies who used advanced technology weapons at that time
Bamboo is an abundant plant in Asia and grows very fast. Bamboo grows flexible and adaptable. Because bamboo does not flower or bear fruit, the plant has a long life and a simple appearance. Because it is hollow, bamboo also symbolizes an empty heart of humility.
`At low altitude, it's normal to feel a breeze. But when it grows taller, the bamboo will receive a strong howl of wind. But the roots are so strong to support it.`
`The more we grow up, the higher our position, the older we get. Surely the trials will come even greater, but if you already have a strong foundation. I'm sure we'll be able to survive.`
`Even though the crafts are strong, bamboo doesn't grow alone. Bamboo grows side by side with other bamboos. This makes the bamboo not easy to collapse.`
`Even though we already have a solid foundation, we should not be arrogant and want to live alone. Because we are stronger if we want to help each other. It makes us stronger, if we fall there is still something that can support us.`
The bamboo leaves are soothing and healthy
Bamboo trees in Indonesia are certainly very easy to find. With a variety of benefits from stems to leaves that have a variety of health benefits. In China, it turns out that bamboo plants can be used to overcome health problems by utilizing the leaves.
Bamboo leaves have stimulant properties, cool air, refreshing, neutralizing chi, with a slightly bitter taste, non-toxic, and mild aroma.
We usually find bamboo trees in the forest or certain areas.
Even in some areas in Indonesia, bamboo trees can grow thick and lush. This bamboo leaf is predicted to have benefits or benefits to overcome gout because it is rich in flavones in it, flavones are one of the classes of flavonoids.
Bamboo for craft creation
Besides beautifying the garden, the house. Bamboo can also be used for various benefits and uses. Like household furniture, handicrafts are very useful. One of them but this traditional. In the area I call it caping. With a woven process with unique craftsmanship, but this is beautiful and useful. This hat is usually used by farmers to avoid the hot sun
There is also another craft called tampah. In Indonesia this Tampah is used to clean rice or to put cakes. It is also made of bamboo which is guaranteed to be durable
Nature teaches us many good, life lessons. One of them is a bamboo tree which is full of the meaning of the struggle for life
`No matter how high bamboo can grow, there is still a limit. There is a limit to the height that bamboo can reach, bamboo cannot grow continuously for hundreds of meters.`
The meaning of the wise words about bamboo above is
***No matter how high we want to try, there is still a limit when we try. There are times when we have enough to get higher, we just can't push ourselves. We are only human, we have limits.***
**Image from a private collection located at the school I teach who grows bamboo tree trunks and collects handicrafts from bambo**o
The meaning and purpose of the flag ceremony
This morning, as usual my school held a flag ceremony and also held a flag ceremony in schools, government offices, non-governmental organizations throughout Indonesia and this is the ceremony the second week after the second semester break. I am sure that the ceremonial executors have been and are often followed by us as good citizens, we are obliged to carry them out.
A flag ceremony is held, especially in schools, to commemorate and appreciate the services of the heroes who have died defending our country. Therefore, we must attend the flag ceremony solemnly and seriously, as a form of carrying out the responsibility of a student. If in government or non-government offices, as an obligation we have served the government.
In Indonesia, the flag ceremony is always held every Monday morning. Before studying or doing activities, participants must attend the ceremony first. The implementation of the ceremony is not just standing but there is a meaning and purpose for the implementation of this flag ceremony and all of us, especially the younger generation, must know the meaning and purpose of the momentum of the flag ceremony.
The flag ceremony is also useful for strengthening the sense of brotherhood, and a sense of nationalism. By following the flag ceremony we will be trained to be orderly and disciplined. Because in the flag ceremony, every participant of the ceremony is obliged to follow the arrangement of the ceremony in an orderly manner. In addition, the flag ceremony for students is also useful for training themselves to be disciplined towards the signals in the flag ceremony.
***One of the important points of the flag ceremony is to foster a sense of nationalism among the nation's children. Nationalism is the soul of a nation that must be attached as long as this country is still standing. Therefore, the flag ceremony is one of the important activities to shape the nation's character.***
The implementation of the ceremony is mandatory in both private and government schools
The flag ceremony is one of the important activities that are often carried out in schools. Generally, the flag ceremony is held on Monday (for Indonesia) and certain days, such as the commemoration of Indonesian Independence Day. Although it has often been done, but not a few students who do not understand the purpose of the flag ceremony itself.
According to the Order of the Minister of Education and Culture Number Number 22 of 2018 concerning Guidelines for Flag Ceremonies in Schools, flag ceremonies in schools are one of the efforts to realize educational goals that include the values of inculcating discipline, cooperation, self-confidence, and responsibility.
According to Article 3 of the Government of the national education minister Number 22 of 2018 concerning Guidelines for Flag Ceremonies in Schools, there are at least 6 objectives of flag ceremonies in schools, including the following:
Strengthening the unity and integrity of the nation and the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia
Get used to being orderly and disciplined
Improve leadership skills
Get used to cohesiveness and cooperation
Cultivate a sense of responsibility
Strengthen the spirit of nationalism and love for the homeland
Benefits in carrying out a flag ceremony
The benefits of the flag ceremony that can be obtained, including the following :
Increase Cohesiveness
The benefit of the first flag ceremony is that it can increase cohesiveness and togetherness. When participating in this activity, the ceremony participants must be united in following the rules and instructions from the ceremonial officers. So that this can show a sense of togetherness during the arrangement of the ceremony from beginning to end.
Cultivating the Spirit of Nationalism
Through flag ceremony activities can also foster the spirit of nationalism. This is because the ceremony is not just a ritual, in its implementation the ceremony is a way to commemorate the services of the heroes who have fought for independence. Therefore, this activity can also foster a sense of nationalism among the nation's children.
Cultivating the Spirit of Leadership
The benefit of the next flag ceremony is to cultivate a leadership spirit. In practice, students are usually asked to take turns as ceremonial officers. So this requires students to be able to lead the ceremony properly and correctly.
Get into the habit of dressing neatly
During the ceremony, students are usually asked to always wear neat clothes. In addition, some attributes such as hats, ties, and black shoes must also be worn. This can educate students to always get used to dressing clean and neat.
Familiarize Discipline
Another benefit of the flag ceremony is that it can familiarize students with disciplined behavior. The reason is, often the participants of the ceremony are required to follow the arrangement of the ceremony in an orderly manner. In fact, some schools put their students in a special position if they are late for the ceremony.
*A person loves their country, not because it is great, but because it is their own.*
Spinach with all its advantages and disadvantages
Spinach is a green leafy vegetable that is considered very healthy because it is full of nutrients and antioxidants. Yesterday and today the weather at my place was a bit cloudy.
Last night it rained in my area. I imagine, it's really good to eat something warm like soup or clear vegetables perfect for cold weather. Finally I decided to make spinach vegetable soup. And all my family members really like it
Everyone knows that spinach contains lots of vitamins which are suitable for health and support activities.
There are many recipes that can be made from spinach. One that I cook is a very simple dish and uses simple spices too. There are red and green chilies that I have chopped, shallots, tomatoes and kaffir lime leaves for fragrance.
***But, you need to remember that there are benefits contained in spinach and there are also disadvantages in spinach. If we lack information about processing and when consuming these vegetables, it will be dangerous for health***
For basic information, cooked spinach should be consumed immediately and not for 4-5 hours. And this vegetable can also be heated. Because it contains nitrite compounds that are toxic levels will continue to increase.
And, spinach that is purchased must also be processed immediately, the longer the spinach is stored, including in the refrigerator.
Don't eat too much spinach because consuming too much spinach at one time or over a period of time can have a toxic effect on the body. Then, consuming spinach in excess also causes stomach problems such as gas, bloating, and cramps, spinach can also cause stomach problems because of its high fiber content.
Consuming too much spinach can lower blood pressure. Spinach can push blood pressure down to its lowest point, causing dizziness, nausea, or chest pain.
And remember also scientifically, Spinach contains oxalic acid which can react with calcium in soybeans, this reaction can form insoluble deposits in the intestines. So, spinach should not be consumed together with soy-based foods.
***Consuming spinach in moderation and not excessive will get the benefits. Because spinach contains vitamins that are good for the body***
`The World Health Organization (WHO) recommendation for vitamin C intake is 45 milligrams per day. Therefore, eating spinach is very good to meet vitamin C intake and get health benefits.`
1. Prevents oxidative stress
The researchers summarized the benefits of spinach based on its phytochemical activity and bioactive compounds. They state that substances derived from spinach can reduce oxidative stress, DNA damage, and disease.
2. Help prevent cancer
Spinach contains beta carotene and vitamin C which serves as a protector against the development of cancer cells. Another study by Texas A&M University in the journal "Gut Microbes" found that spinach could inhibit the growth of polyps in people with nongenetic or genetic colon cancer.
3. Overcoming diabetes
The American Diabetes Association recommends spinach as a food for people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Research in the journal "Food & Nutrition Research" concludes, inorganic nitrates in spinach serve to reverse the pathological features of insulin resistance and endothelial dysfunction.
4. Lowering blood pressure
Spinach is a natural source of nitrates, which are compounds that open blood vessels to increase blood flow and ease the workload on the heart.
The potassium in spinach relaxes the walls of blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure and protecting against muscle cramps.
5. Good for pregnant women
Spinach is a vegetable for pregnant women that has many nutrients. Spinach is very important and useful for increasing hemoglobin levels in pregnant women who have mild anemia.
Spinach contains iron which can smooth the blood. The need for folic acid in pregnancy is quite large. That's because folic acid can help the fetus prevent neural tube defects in early pregnancy.
Spinach is a food source that contains high folic acid.
6. Lose weight
Spinach extract can cause weight loss if taken regularly for several months. The way it works is by suppressing appetite. lose weight because it includes low-calorie foods. In 3.5 ounces of raw spinach contains only 23 calories.
7. Bone health
Spinach is known to be rich in various vitamins, including vitamin K. Consumption of vitamin K is very good for bones because it acts as a modifier of bone matrix protein, increases calcium absorption, and can reduce the amount of calcium that leaves the body.
This makes vitamin K associated with a lower risk of fractures.
Quoted from Live Science, The National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends eating spinach because of its vitamin K and magnesium content.
8. Prevent asthma
Spinach is also known to have a high beta-carotene content. This compound can help asthma sufferers reduce the symptoms they experience.
Because these green vegetables also contain magnesium. Magnesium can be an effective emergency treatment for asthma attacks.
9. Eye health
Spinach is a good source of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin.
Both of these compounds are associated with helping prevent age-related macular degeneration and cataracts
**S*****pinach basically contains a lot of antioxidants, vitamins (A, K, C, Folate), minerals (iron, manganese) and fiber. Unfortunately, these nutrients are very perishable. Therefore, it is recommended to buy spinach that is still fresh***
Express and teach these 3 magic words in everyday life
Three Magic Words Key to Successful Communication. Humans are born as social beings who need each other in their lives. Interaction with others can cause various positive and negative impacts if we are not good at placing ourselves in the environment. To create a harmonious relationship with others, the use of proper communication etiquette plays an important role. Positive communication will certainly have a positive impact, on the contrary often hostility occurs, due to negative communication.
Without realizing it there are some words that have many 'magic' benefits, even these words can make people happy. There are three magic words that can be the key to successful communication with positive feedback as expected by the communicator (messenger).
These three words have tremendous power, when spoken in the right way and at the right time. The positive effects of using these three words are able to turn opponents into friends, turn hate into love, and even turn anger into affection.
We also need to instill these three magic words in our children. So that they are able to do positive things in their environment. The magic words are :
1. Please
The word “please” makes us more aware of our weaknesses and limitations. By saying “please” we are better able to accept ourselves as we are, and see what we can and cannot do. The word "please" gives positive energy to the person we are talking to and they will be motivated to do what we need better.
Using the word “please” never demeans us as the person asking for help. Instead, it indicates that we respect people who want to help us. Giving orders using the word "please" at the beginning of the sentence will also have a different psychological effect when compared to commands without the word "please". Without starting with the word "please", it is as if we are just telling someone else but if it starts with the word "please", then we are telling others based on respect for that person.
The word "please" contains tremendous power to change a person's opinion, who previously felt reluctant to help, because he felt there was an appreciation for him, would make someone do what was asked voluntarily.
2. Sorry
This word is probably the most difficult word to pronounce. Because basically humans have a high ego and prestige to admit mistakes. In fact, not infrequently, the guilty party is the one with the most debate, just to prove that he is innocent or not the one who is the most wrong. Indeed, there is no human being who does not have mistakes, what distinguishes them from those who make mistakes is the actions they take after.
Will he regret his actions by asking "sorry" or not?. Of course we all agree that the right thing to do after someone has made a mistake is to apologize. But in fact this is not the case after making a mistake, generally someone is more often justified about the mistakes they have made rather than apologizing.
To say "sorry", implies that we have a sense of responsibility for what we have done. “Sorry” doesn't mean that someone is weak or defeated, but it also means to respect others and bring peace to ourselves. People who are able to admit their mistakes are the true winners. With "sorry" we understand better that apart from our own feelings, there are other people's feelings that deserve respect. Never demand more from others to respect us, if we have not been moved to learn to respect others.
3. Thank you
The form of appreciation for one's efforts does not have to be in the form of medals, trophies, gold badges, let alone money. The simplest, cheapest, and easiest thing we can do is say “thank you”. No matter how small the help he has given, because without us realizing it, it really helps us in times of trouble.
The word “thank you” makes us appreciate the little things more and understand that all the good things in this world have a big meaning. The word "thank you" also gives a good impression to others. Because it will make someone feel appreciated, they will do better next time, and this can also have a positive impact on us. And vice versa.
Saying "thank you" is not only when we get goods or materials, but also when we get help, as well as when we get praise or anything that can give us a sense of pleasure or comfort in our lives. Saying "thank you" can also be interpreted as gratitude for what has been obtained.
The Importance of Teaching These 3 Magic Words To Children
Children are like sponges ready to absorb new knowledge and insights from their parents or adults around them.
So it is the duty of parents to teach positive things to support their growth and development.
In addition to providing the best educational facilities for children, ethics or manners also need to be instilled in children from this point on.
As many people know, there are 3 magic words that need to be instilled in children, namely please, sorry and thank you.
The Ministry of Education and Culture revealed that there are several ways that parents can apply to teach the three magic words to their children.
Give an example
Parents can get used to saying the magic word.
Including the little things in the family so that it will become a habit.
Read the story
Choose a story that is easy to understand and of course insert three magic words so that it is easy to apply in everyday life.
Do it repeatedly so your little one understands
In order for children to understand more, parents need to teach it repeatedly.
Not only at home, but also when going out and interacting with other people, the habit of saying please, thank you and sorry must continue.
Do it as early as possible
The earlier the child is introduced to the words sorry, thank you and please, the easier it will be to be embedded in the mind and will continue to be remembered into adulthood.
Give praise when your little one uses the three magic words in his daily life.
Understanding the power of these three words and using them in daily life is not difficult, it all comes back to our willingness and awareness to create a better life by means of proper communication.
For that, let's get used to saying kind words from now on. An environment that is decorated with positive thoughts, positive sentences, and positive energy will result in a better and more productive life.
*Let's give our positive attitude to others if we want to be appreciated. So, respect others first.*
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