Total Phenolic, Total Flavonoid And Antioxidant Activity Of Honey Of Klanceng From Klaten, Magelang And Boyolali, Central Java

Abstract

Klanceng honey is a type of honey with potential as an antioxidant agent, aiding in the reduction of oxidative reactions and free radicals in the body. Phenolics and flavonoids play a crucial role as antioxidants in honey, and their content is influenced by the plants that serve as a source of nectar and pollen for bees. The characteristics of polyphenolic compounds in plants are closely tied to the topography of their cultivation location, indirectly affecting the phenolic content, flavonoids, and antioxidant activity in honey.

This study aims to determine the total phenolic, total flavonoid, and antioxidant activity in honey samples from Penggung Village (Boyolali Regency), Kebonrejo Village (Magelang Regency), Ceper Village, and Ngemplak Village (Klaten Regency). The purposive sampling method was used, and the data was analyzed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) followed by Duncan's Multiple Range Test (DMRT) with a 95% confidence level. The results indicate that the nest location influences the total phenolic value and antioxidant activity but does not significantly affect the total flavonoid value. The total phenolic values range from 73.14 to 138.16 GAE mg/100g, while the total flavonoid values range from 0.50 to 0.60 mg/g QE. Antioxidant activity values range from 84.02 to 142.83 ppm. The honey sample with the highest total phenolic, flavonoid, and antioxidant activity is from Penggung Village in Boyolali Regency.

Author Biographies

Sri Widodo Agung Suedy, Universitas Diponegoro

Magister Biologi, Universitas Diponegoro

Kasiyati Kasiyati, Universitas Diponegoro

Magister Biologi, Universitas Diponegoro