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Front Matter Jurnal MGI Vol. 19 No. 2

2024-05-30T11:36:05+07:00

Back Matter Jurnal MGI Vol. 19 No. 2

2024-05-30T11:40:05+07:00

Determinants of Exclusive Breastfeeding Practices among Mothers of 6-24 Months-Old Infants in Padang City, Indonesia

2023-11-20T10:56:44+07:00

The practice of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) can reduce mortality and morbidity rates in children and supports optimal growth and development in children. The practice of EBF influenced by various predisposing factors, supporting factors and reinforcing factors. This study aimed to evaluate the determinants of exclusive breastfeeding practices among mothers of infants 6-24 months old infants in Padang. This case control study conducted at Padang with 200 mothers, consisting of 100 mothers of case groups and 100 mothers of control groups. Maternal and infant characteristics, family characteristics, predisposing factors, supporting factors and reinforcing factors, and exclusive breastfeeding were collected for this study. Chi square and binary logistic regression were used to the data analysis. Results showed that mother's occupation, exclusive breastfeeding knowledge and parent’s support were the most influencing determinants for exclusive breastfeeding.

Association between Picky Eater Behavior with Stunting among Preschool Children in Surabaya

2023-12-14T14:21:50+07:00

Stunting is one of the main nutritional problems in Indonesia. Stunting in children can be caused by various things, one of the problems is picky eater behavior which often appear at preschool age. The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship between picky eater behavior and stunting in preschool children. The methods of this study used case control design, and for the sample selection used simple random sampling technique. The population of this study was all students in PG-TK Al Irsyad Surabaya and the sample for each case and control group was 15 respondents. Nutritional status was measured using the parameters height for age (H/A) and picky eater behavior using the Children's Eating Behavior Questionnaire (CEBQ). Data was analyzed using chi-square test. Most respondents have picky eater behavior and stunting (93.3%), followed by children with picky eater behavior and not stunting (53.3%). The results of statistical tests show that there is a relationship between stunting and picky eater behavior (p-value = 0.035). Additionally, children with picky eater behavior also have a bigger risk of stunting than children who were not (OR 12.250). So it could be concluded that stunting can be caused by various factors, one of which is picky eater behavior. The recommendation for parents to prevent picky eater behavior and stunting is they can try to use responsive feeding technique, so that children can develop good eating habits, and introduce a variety of foods since childhood.

The Relationship between Breakfast Habits and Nutritional Status with Learning Achievement in Strada Nawar Bekasi Junior High School Students

2023-11-14T11:12:02+07:00

Learning achievement is a form of evaluation based on the results obtained in the process of gaining knowledge. Learning achievement can be influenced by various factors, both environmental and health factors, such as breakfast habits and nutritional status. The aim of this research was to analyzed the relationship between breakfast habits and nutritional status with learning achievement in junior high school students. This study was an analytical observational research using a cross-sectional study design. The research was conducted at Strada Nawar Bekasi Junior High School from September to December 2022 with the sample being students from grades VII and VIII. The sample was chosen randomly using proportionate random sampling with a total of 81 students based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. The data collected include height and weight through anthropometric measurements, interviews breakfast habits using the SQ-FFQ form, and student report cards for the last semester. The data obtained was then tested with SPSS software using Chi-square test analysis. The results showed that there were students with good breakfast habits (77.8%), overnutritional status (40.8%), and good learning achievement (48.1%). From this research, it was found that there was a relationship between breakfast habits (p-value = 0.041) and there was no relationship between nutritional status (p-value = 0.190) with learning achievement. It was concluded that the good of breakfast habits is directly proportional to the student's learning achievement and there is no relationship between nutritional status and student's learning achievement.

Effectiveness of Moringa Tempeh Burgers in Increasing Hemoglobin of Anemic Adolescent Girls

2023-11-23T11:24:22+07:00

Adolescent girls can avoid anemia by maintaining stable hemoglobin levels and consuming foods rich in nutrients and high in iron. Food sources with high iron content that can increase hemoglobin levels include Tempeh and Moringa. Tempeh and Moringa are notable sources of iron. Tempeh provides nutrients such as Fe, vitamin B12, and folic acid, while Moringa leaves contain 28.66 g of protein, 929.29 mg of calcium, 715.22 mg of phosphorus, 9.99 g of iron, and 2.32 mg of zinc per 100 g. This study investigated the effect of Moringa tempeh burgers on hemoglobin levels in anemic teenage girls. Using a quasi-experimental design, 51 anemic girls aged 13-15 were divided into three groups: a control group (K) given tempeh burgers without Moringa, treatment group 1 (P1) given tempeh burgers with 3g of Moringa leaf flour, and treatment group 2 (P2) given tempeh burgers with 12g of Moringa leaf flour. Each group included 17 participants who consumed the assigned burgers for 30 days. Results showed the average hemoglobin level changes before and after the intervention were 0.46 g/dl in K, 0.70 g/dl in P1, and 2.23 g/dl in P2. Statistical tests confirmed significant differences in hemoglobin levels pre- and post-treatment across all groups. The study concluded that Moringa tempeh burgers, particularly those with the highest amount of Moringa leaf flour, were most effective in increasing hemoglobin levels in anemic adolescent girls.

Relationship of Sweet Caffeinated Beverages Consumption and Sleep Quality with Nutritional Status in Adolescent

2023-11-15T15:07:21+07:00

Overnutrition is more common among adolescents. In Indonesia, lack of physical activity, poor quality of sleep due to daily schedules, and the consumption of sweet, fatty, and fast foods are the main contributing factors. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between the frequency of consumption of sweet caffeinated beverages and sleep quality with nutritional status in adolescents in high school 5 Tambun Selatan. This study used quantitative research with observational analysis using a cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of 101 individuals randomly chosen by a simple random sampling method. Data were collected using the Food Frequency Questionnaire and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index with the determination of the nutritional status of adolescents obtained from Z-score BMI/U. The Chi-Square test results indicated significant correlations exist between the frequency of sweet caffeinated beverages consumption and nutritional status (p=0.045) but no significant correlations were found between sleep quality and nutritional status (p=0.797) in adolescents in high school 5 Tambun Selatan.

Double Burden of Malnutrition among Women of Reproductive Age and Its Associated Factors in Makassar District

2023-09-07T14:26:04+07:00

The double burden of malnutrition, especially on women, continues to increase, including in Makassar City, Indonesia. The prevalence of malnutrition is quite high based on BMI category in the adult female population aged >18 years in Makassar City, namely thin (8.64%), fat (14.33%), and obese (29.75%). This study aims to compare factors related to undernutrition and overnutrition status in women of childbearing age (WUS) in Makassar District. This research is a cross-sectional study of suburban women aged 16–44 years at the Bara-baraya Community Health Center, Makassar District using a quota sampling technique for two months. Anthropometric measurements were carried out to determine nutritional status, calorie and protein intake were measured using a 24-hour recall questionnaire, and a structured questionnaire to determine the characteristics of respondents. The statistical test used is the Chi Square test. The prevalence of undernutrition, normal and overnutrition in the WUS group was 8.3%, 46.9% and 44.8%, respectively. There is a significant relationship between energy intake (p=0.032), dietary diversity (p=0.025), nutritional knowledge (p=0.029), and education (p=0.009) with nutritional status in women of childbearing age. No significant relationship was found between protein intake, occupation, economic status and age with nutritional status among women of reproductive age (p>0.05).

The Effect of Nutritional Counseling using Online Media (Nutrilove) on The Nutritional Knowledge of Pregnant Women

2023-11-08T15:47:42+07:00

Anemia in pregnant women is a nutritional problem that has not yet been solved. The cause of anemia is directly due to the unavailability of sufficient nutrients in the body and indirectly caused by a lack of knowledge of pregnant women. This study aimed to determine the difference in the knowledge of pregnant women with lecture method counseling using the educational media Nutrilove website. This type of research is a quasi-experimental non-randomized control group pre-test post-test design. The sample consisted of 24 pregnant women in Wandanpuro Bululawang Village who were divided into 2 groups, the control group consisted of 12 pregnant women who were not given any intervention and the intervention group consisted of 12 people who were given lectures using the Nutrilove website media. The knowledge score was carried out 2 times, before and 3 weeks after the intervention and grouped into 3 categories, good, sufficient, and poor. Statistical tests used paired sample t-test and independent t-test. There was a significant difference in knowledge before and after intervention (p=0.005) and a significant difference in the knowledge of pregnant women between the control group and the treatment group (p=0.001). The counseling method using the Nutrilove website media can increase pregnant women's knowledge about the importance of consuming iron and folic acid in preventing anemia.

Enhancement of Sports Nutrition Knowledge and Energy Intake after Sports Nutrition Education for Combat Athletes

2023-10-25T15:54:30+07:00

Providing nutrition and food support is necessary for enhancing and maximizing athletic performance in individuals engaged in sports activities. This study aimed to examine the impact of sports nutrition education on combat athletes' sports nutrition knowledge and nutritional sufficiency. This quantitative study used a quasi-experimental design, explicitly utilizing a pretest-posttest control group design. The study included a total of 76 participants, who were categorized into two groups: intervention and control. Each group consisted of 38 athletes. The data were analysed using SPSS. The Independent T-Test and Paired T-Test determined if the data followed a normal distribution. The Mann-Whitney and Wilcoxon Signed Rank tests were employed if the data did not follow a normal distribution. The nutrition education intervention comprised seven weekly materials sent to the intervention group. The findings indicated significant nutritional knowledge differences (p=<0.001) between the intervention and control groups. Additionally, there were significant differences in the sufficiency of energy intake (p=0.029) within the intervention group. The study's findings indicated that nutrition education significantly affected the intervention group's sports nutrition knowledge and energy intake adequacy. Additionally, the nutrition education intervention significantly affected the sports nutrition knowledge of the control group. Athletes’ enhanced understanding will positively affect their ability to satisfy energy requirements.

Evaluation of Ashitaba (Angelica keiskei) Crackers Formulations as α-Glucosidase Enzyme Inhibitors

2023-12-07T11:09:53+07:00

One of the global health issues is diabetes mellitus, characterized by elevated blood glucose levels. The absorption of glucose in the body occurs through the digestion of carbohydrates by the enzyme α-glucosidase, which is responsible for hydrolyzing carbohydrates into sugar. Ashitaba (Angelica keiskei) is a herbal plant from Japan and has long been utilized in traditional medicine for its various health benefits and preventive properties against multiple diseases. This plant has also been cultivated in Indonesia, including Trawas Mojokerto, East Java. This study aims to develop ashitaba crackers and evaluate their potential α-glucosidase inhibitory activity to develop safe and effective natural products to assist in managing diabetes more efficiently. This research was conducted from July to September 2022. Two formulations of fresh ashitaba leaves were used (12% CAST 1 and 18% CAST 2 of 100 g of flour). Based on the results of this research, chemical composition tests showed that the carbohydrate and dietary fiber content in CAST 1 were higher than those in CAST 2. Protein, lipid, water, and ash content in CAST 2 had higher values than in CAST 1. Flavonoid content and inhibitory activity test results of ashitaba crackers showed significant differences between the two formulation groups regarding flavonoid content and percentage inhibition against the α-glucosidase enzyme. Both flavonoid content and inhibitory activity in CAST 2 were higher than in CAST 1. Ashitaba crackers with the best formulation in this study, based on flavonoid levels and their ability to inhibit α-glucosidase enzyme, were identified as CAST 2.

Stunting Perception among Stakeholders: A Qualitative Study

2023-02-28T13:24:41+07:00

Majene Regency had the highest prevalence of stunting in West Sulawesi province in 2018. Addressing this issue requires an integrated approach involving various stakeholders. Understanding their perceptions of stunting is crucial. This study aimed to analyze stakeholders' perceptions of stunting using a Quasi-Qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and observations. Stakeholders responsible for specific and sensitive nutrition interventions in Majene District were selected via purposive sampling. These included the Health Office, Education Office, Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Office, Ministry of Religion, Regional Development Planning Agency, and nutrition officers at the Sendana I Public Health Center. The results revealed differing perceptions among stakeholders about the causes, impacts, prevention, and control of stunting. They viewed stunting as a failure to thrive due to chronic malnutrition, with impacts such as growth disorders, low cognitive abilities, and reduced competitiveness. Each stakeholder had a unique perspective on stunting prevention and management based on their job duties. The study concluded that differing perceptions among stakeholders regarding stunting's causes, impacts, and management stemmed from their varied knowledge and responsibilities. Achieving a common understanding among stakeholders is essential to effectively control stunting through a convergent approach.