Jurnal Gizi dan Kesehatan Keluarga

The Relationship Between D/S Coverage and the Prevalence of Nutritional Problems Among Children Under Five: A Quadrant Analysis Approach in the Marusu Community Health Center Area

Harlinda Hamsa Hamsa — 2026-01-31

challenge in Indonesia, despite improvements in weighing coverage (D/S). A high D/S coverage did not necessarily indicate better nutritional status without adequate intervention quality. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between D/S coverage and the prevalence of under-five nutritional problems using a quadrant analysis approach in the working area of UPTD Marusu Health Center. This was a descriptive quantitative study using secondary data from routine reports and e-PPGBM in February and August 2024, covering seven villages. The data included D/S coverage and the prevalence of stunting, wasting, and underweight, which were analyzed visually into four quadrants based on the average of each indicator. The results showed that D/S coverage increased from an average of 83,90% in February to 100% in August. However, the prevalence of stunting increased from 8,97% to 17,74%, wasting from 5,31% to 11,88%, and underweight from 0,97% to 1,12%. Several villages, such as Nisombalia, A’Bulosibatang, and Bonto Mate’ne, consistently fell into Quadrant I, indicating high coverage but also a high prevalence of nutritional problems. These findings suggested that increased D/S coverage alone did not directly lead to a reduction in nutritional issues without comprehensive and high-quality interventions.

The Impact of Online Nutritional Education Via The Bushagita Digital Handbook on Mothers' Knowledge and Attitudes Toward Halal and Toddler Nutrition

Zakia Umami — 2026-01-31

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has restricted social mobility, affecting community health services like Posyandu. This situation, combined with low maternal health literacy, poses a risk to toddlers' nutritional status. Objective: This study aims to analyze the impact of online nutritional education using the BUSHAGITA (Buku Saku Halal dan Gizi Balita) digital handbook on mothers' knowledge and attitudes. Methods: A quasi-experimental study with a one-group pre-posttest design was conducted virtually via WhatsApp. Twenty-one mothers of toddlers were selected through accidental sampling. The intervention consisted of distributing the BUSHAGITA digital handbook followed by interactive discussions. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test. Results: Maternal nutritional knowledge significantly improved after the intervention (p=0.000), with the mean score increasing from 69.52±13.95 to 87.6211.79. However, there was no significant change in maternal attitudes (p=1.000), although the baseline for positive attitudes was already high (87.5%). Conclusion: The BUSHAGITA digital handbook is an effective medium for enhancing maternal nutritional knowledge in a digital setting, although more intensive interventions are needed to significantly shift attitudes.

The Relationship Between Exclusive Breastfeeding History and Complete Food Provision Practices with the Incidence of Stunting in Toddlers Aged 6-24 Months

Andi Fatwa Tenri Awaru — 2026-01-31

Background: Stunting is a manifestation of growth failure caused by chronic malnutrition that remains a serious public health problem in Indonesia, particularly in the West Sulawesi region. Objective: This study aims to analyze the relationship between the history of exclusive breastfeeding and complementary feeding (MP-ASI) practices toward the incidence of stunting among toddlers aged 6–24 months in Buntubuda Village, Mamasa Regency. Methods: This analytical observational study with a cross-sectional design involved 56 toddlers selected using a total sampling technique. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and Semi-Quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire (SQ-FFQ) forms. Data analysis was performed using the Chi-Square test (α = 0.05). Results: The prevalence of stunting at the study site was found to be 33.9%. Statistical test results showed a significant relationship between stunting incidence and a history of exclusive breastfeeding (p=0.008), timing of complementary feeding (p = 0.002), frequency of complementary feeding (p = 0.001), and dietary diversity (p = 0.004). Furthermore, the intake of energy, protein, and carbohydrates was also significantly associated with stunting (p = 0.002), whereas fat intake showed no significant relationship (p = 0.715). Conclusion: Inadequate feeding practices are the primary determinants of stunting. Intensive education for mothers regarding nutritional parenting and the importance of food variety is required to prevent growth failure in toddlers

The Relationship Between Ultra-Processed Food and Beverage Consumption Patterns, Blood Glucose Levels, and Nutritional Status Among Adolescents

Afranissa Firdausiyah — 2026-01-31

Background: The consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) among adolescents has increased significantly, raising concerns about long-term metabolic health. Objective: This study aimed to analyze the relationship between ultra-processed food and beverage consumption patterns, blood glucose levels, and nutritional status among adolescents in public and private high schools. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 72 respondents aged 16–18 years in East Jakarta and Bekasi. Data were collected using a Semi-Quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire (SQ-FFQ), a glucometer for blood glucose measurements, and BMI-for-age (BMI/A) for nutritional status. Results: There was a significant difference in UPF consumption patterns between school categories (p = 0.020), with high consumption found in 75% of public school students and 52.8% of private school students. However, most respondents maintained normal blood glucose levels (97.2%–100%; p = 0.951) and normal nutritional status (72.2%–75%; p = 0.955). No significant relationship was found between UPF consumption and blood glucose levels or nutritional status (p>0.05). Conclusion: While UPF consumption is high among adolescents, particularly in public schools, it does not immediately correlate with abnormal glucose levels or nutritional status, likely due to high basal metabolic rates during growth.

Dietary Patterns, Nutritional Status, and Anemia in Adolescent Girls: A Study at Public Junior High School 10 Gorontalo

Nahlah Adelia Putri Tueno — 2026-01-31

Background: Poor dietary patterns are one of the factors that may contribute to anemia. Good food quality and sufficient food quantity are essential for optimal body health, including anemia. Energy intake also plays a role in the formation of erythrocytes. Objective: The study aims to determine the relationship between dietary patterns and the incidence of anemia among adolescent girls at Public Junior High School 10 Gorontalo. Method: The study employed a cross-sectional design. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling, involving a total of 62 students. Data were collected through a dietary pattern questionnaire, observation, and analyzed using the Chi-square test. Results: A total of 30 respondents (48.4%) had moderate dietary patterns. In terms of nutritional status, 49 respondents (79%) had a normal nutritional status. The total prevalence of anemia in this study was 24.2%. The statistical test showed a p-value = 0.019, indicating a significant association between dietary patterns and anemia (p < 0.05). However, analysis of the association between nutritional status and anemia showed a p-value = 0.474, indicating no significant relationship between nutritional status and anemia (p > 0.05). Conclusion: There was a significant association between dietary patterns and anemia (p = 0.019). However, there was no association between nutritional status and the incidence of anemia among adolescent girls (p = 0.474). Improve diet quality such as high protein, green leave vegetable, consume iron supplementation was important to prevent anemia among adolescent girls.