Phytochemical Screening and Antioxidant Activity in Dragon Fruit Plant Extracts as Immunomodulators in Pregnant Women

Introduction: Numerous organic acids, proteins, and minerals like potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, and vitamin C are found in dragon fruit. A number of naturally occurring substances, including flavonoids, curcumin, limonoids, vitamin C, vitamin E, and catechins, have the ability to stimulate the immune system. Objective: to evaluate the concentrations of active components and phytochemicals in the fruit, skin, stem, and roots of dragon fruit plants. Methods: This study was conducted in the Pucuk Sirih Jamu Factory using experimental methods. This study prepared an extract, screened for phytochemicals, and measured the levels of phytochemicals in red dragon fruit trees using fresh and ripe plants that were picked directly from the Tanah Laut District garden in South Kalimantan. The highest antioxidant activity in red dragon fruit stems. Conclusions: The fruit, peel, stems, and roots of dragon fruit plants from Kalimantan Selatan, Indonesia, include families of secondary metabolites and antioxidants.