%0 Journal Article
%T Understanding People's Knowledge, Perceptions, and Experiences with Menengic Coffee and Bittim Soap
%A Melike Demir Doğan
%A Şükran Orak
%J Specialty journal of Pharmacognosy, Phytochemistry, and Biotechnology
%@ 3062-441X
%D 2021
%V 1
%N 1
%R 10.51847/qV1QvSejhU
%P 43-48
%X This research aimed to investigate people's knowledge, perceptions, and personal experiences about menengic coffee and bittim soap. Data were collected from 152 participants living in Siirt and Mardin between June 1 and September 15, 2021, through internet-based methods (email, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, etc.). Among those who use bittim soap or similar products, 16.4% reported daily usage. A significant portion (67.8%) of the participants consumed menengic coffee, with 46.7% acknowledging its health benefits. Regarding bittim soap, 83.6% confirmed its effectiveness for skincare, and 81.8% claimed that it helps hair growth. All respondents noted that menengic coffee effectively reduces blood pressure. Additionally, 67% reported its benefits for stomach issues, 50.5% for regulating blood sugar, 46.6% for skincare, 45.6% for easing respiratory discomfort, 45.6% as a diuretic, and 42.7% as an antiseptic. The findings showed that both products were largely viewed positively in terms of health benefits.
%U https://galaxypub.co/article/understanding-peoples-knowledge-perceptions-and-experiences-with-menengic-coffee-and-bittim-soap-r35mkbjekeiwxj7