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Adolescence is an important phase characterized by physical and behavioral changes, including diet and sleep, which can affect nutritional status. Frequency of fast food consumption and sleep duration are two factors that are thought to contribute to the imbalance of adolescent nutritional status. The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship between the frequency of fast food consumption and sleep duration with nutritional status in students of SMA Negeri 6 Palu City. This study uses a quantitative approach with cross-sectional design. The population in this study active students in SMA Negeri 6 Palu city from Grade 10 to Grade 12 amounted to 841 students, with a Simple Random Sampling technique, : the results showed that most respondents were female (64.8%), age 16 years (51.7%), as many as (47.2%) students included in the category always consume fast food and (46.1%) have more sleep duration. Most nutritional Status is in the category of over nutrition (39.3%). There was a relationship between fast food consumption and nutritional status (p = 0.010) and there was no relationship between sleep duration and nutritional status (p = 0.813).

Nutritional problems among preschool children remain a global and national concern. WHO (2017) reported that approximately 54% of child mortality under five is caused by malnutrition, while in Indonesia the prevalence of picky eaters reaches 20%, with West Java recording as high as 41.9%. The 2018 Basic Health Research (Riskesdas) data showed that the national stunting rate was still high at 30.8%, far from the national target of 19% in 2024. This study aimed to examine the relationship between picky eating behavior and physical activity with the nutritional status of preschool children at PAUD Kiddy Kid Center Banda Aceh. This was an analytical study with a cross-sectional design. The population included all 42 preschool children at the institution, selected through total sampling. Data analysis was carried out using univariate and bivariate (Chi-Square test) analyses. The results showed a significant relationship between picky eating behavior and nutritional status (p = 0.001), as well as between physical activity and nutritional status (p = 0.001). Conclusion: There is a significant association between picky eating behavior, physical activity, and the nutritional status of preschool children. It is recommended that schools and parents collaborate in promoting healthy eating patterns and encouraging physical activity from an early age.

Exclusive breastfeeding ensures the optimal development of children's potential intelligence. Babies without complete exclusive breastfeeding are more vulnerable to malnutrition. They face risks of both under-nutrition and over-nutrition. This study aims to determine the correlation between exclusive breastfeeding and nutritional status among infants in Kuta Cot Glie Public Health Center, Aceh Besar. This research was an analytical study with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 74 infants aged 0-6 months, selected using a Total Sampling technique. The study was conducted from May 1st to 23rd, 2025. The data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate methods with the Chi-Square test. Of the total 74 respondents, 44 respondents (59.5%) had a normal nutritional status. Additionally, 43 respondents (58.1%) were exclusively breastfed. The Chi-Square test showed a p-value = 0.001 < 0.05. The findings indicate a correlation between exclusive breastfeeding and nutritional status in infants. This study suggests that mothers exclusively breastfeed their babies. Therefore, mothers should also increase their knowledge by seeking information from various sources, such as clinics and professionals. This can help them understand the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding and how to prevent malnutrition in infants.

Background: Pregnant women with poor nutritional status are at risk of experiencing low breast milk production, which in turn can affect the fulfillment of infant nutrition from an early age. Suboptimal breast milk production impacts the growth and development of infants and has the potential to increase the incidence of malnutrition. Based on preliminary data in the Siti Hajar Room of Sultan Hadlirin Islamic Hospital, Jepara, it was found that several postpartum mothers experienced delayed breast milk production with a history of malnutrition. This condition shows the importance of maternal nutritional status during pregnancy as a factor that directly influences lactation. Objective: This study aims to determine the relationship between the nutritional status of pregnant women and postpartum breast milk production in the Siti Hajar Room of Sultan Hadlirin Islamic Hospital, Jepara. Method: The study used a cross-sectional design with a total sampling technique. A total of 30 postpartum mothers were selected as respondents. The independent variable consisted of the nutritional status of pregnant women as measured by Body Mass Index (BMI), Upper Arm Circumference (LILA), and hemoglobin (Hb) levels. The dependent variable was postpartum breast milk production as observed clinically. Data analysis was performed using the Chi-Square test with a significance level of p < 0.05. Results: The results of the study showed a significant relationship between the nutritional status of pregnant women and breast milk production. Statistical tests found that BMI (p = 0.018), LiLA (p = 0.027), and Hb levels (p = 0.006) had a significant association with the adequacy of breast milk production. Conclusion: The nutritional status of pregnant women was proven to be closely related to postpartum breast milk production. Mothers with good nutritional status tend to produce sufficient breast milk production. This finding emphasizes the need for routine nutritional monitoring of pregnant women and nutritional education during pregnancy to support the success of exclusive breastfeeding.

Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious disease, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, primarily affecting the lungs, but also capable of involving other organs. According to data from the Indonesian Ministry of Health, pediatric TB cases increased by 20.9% in 2021. Similarly, at the Aceh Provincial Health Office reported an 87.3% rise in TB cases in the same year, with North Aceh being one of the regions with the highest prevalence. This study aims to describe the nutritional status of children diagnosed with TB at Cut Meutia Hospital. A descriptive research design was employed, using medical record data of pediatric TB patients. The sampling of technique used was total sampling, comprising 53 children. The findings showed that among the 53 pediatric pulmonary TB cases, most were male (28 children or 52.8%). The most affected age group was school-aged children (29 children or 54.7%). Regarding nutritional status, the majority had good nutrition (32 children or 60.4%). Pulmonary TB was the most prevalent form of TB, found in 41 children (77.4%). When analyzed by age and gender, pulmonary TB was the predominant type across all groups. In conclusion, pulmonary TB was the most common form of TB, predominantly affecting school-aged boys with good nutritional status.

Breakfast is an important habit that plays a major role in meeting children's energy and nutritional needs. The energy obtained from breakfast is essential for daily activities, including learning and playing, enabling children to achieve optimal performance both physically and cognitively. Furthermore, breakfast habits also contribute to children's nutritional status, reflecting the balance between nutritional intake and needs. However, the reality shows that in Indonesia, approximately 40% of children still do not have breakfast before going to school, potentially affecting their nutritional status. This study aims to determine the relationship between breakfast habits and the nutritional status of students at Muhammadiyah Kayen Elementary School. The study used a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design and utilized primary data. The study population was all 225 students in grades I to IV. Of these, 112 students were selected through a purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using a questionnaire to explore breakfast habits and anthropometric measurements of height and weight to determine nutritional status. Data analysis was performed using the Fisher exact test. The results showed a p-value of 0.742 (p > 0.05), indicating no significant relationship between breakfast habits and students' nutritional status. A total of 79.5% of students had good breakfast habits, while 20.5% were classified as adequate. Meanwhile, the students' nutritional status consisted of good nutrition (57.1%), overnutrition (19.7%), obesity (11.6%), malnutrition (8%), and undernutrition (3.6%). Thus, it can be concluded that breakfast habits are not significantly related to the nutritional status of students at the school.  

Dysmenorrhea is one of the most common menstrual disorders, but it often receives little attention. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between nutritional status, fat intake, and iron intake with the incidence of dysmenorrhea in female Nutrition students at Surabaya State University. The method in this study was quantitative with a cross-sectional study design. The sample consisted of 92 female Nutrition students at Surabaya State University using a purposive sampling technique. The instruments used were the NRS questionnaire to measure the level of dysmenorrhea pain and the SQ-FFQ form to measure fat and iron intake. Data analysis used the Spearman Rank correlation test which showed that there was a significant relationship between excess nutritional status of 33.7% with the incidence of dysmenorrhea (p = 0.000, r = 0.832), there was a significant relationship between excess fat intake of 58.7% with the incidence of dysmenorrhea (p = 0.000, r = 0.793), and there was a significant relationship between insufficient iron intake of 94.6% with the incidence of dysmenorrhea (p = 0.000, r = 0.610).

Stunting is a chronic nutritional problem that has a long-term impact on physical growth, cognitive development, and the quality of human resources in the future. This study aims to determine the relationship between family income and nutritional status of toddlers on the incidence of stunting in the Bukit Cening Daik Health Center working area, Lingga Regency, 2024. This study used a cross-sectional design with a sample size of 62 respondents selected through purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using questionnaires and anthropometric measurements, then analyzed using the chi-square test. The results of the analysis showed that there was a significant relationship between family income and nutritional status of children under five with the incidence of stunting (p < 0.05). This finding suggests that economic conditions and nutritional status play an important role in preventing stunting. Therefore, nutrition interventions targeting low-income families need to be strengthened to reduce stunting in the area.  

Wasting affects health and threatens children potential. Direct factors such as food intake need to be maximized to improve nutritional status. This study aims to determine the differences in energy and macronutrient intake, food parenting, and exclusive breastfeeding history in wasting and non-wasting toddlers in the working area of Sidotopo Wetan Health Center Surabaya. This study is a case control study. Total respondents were 88 toddlers aged 7-60 months, consist 44 wasting toddlers taken with total sampling technique and 44 non-wasting toddlers taken with purposive sampling technique with age and gender matching. Energy intake and macronutrients were obtained by 3x24 hour food recall questionnaire, food parenting patterns obtained from filling out FPSQ (Feeding Practices and Structure Questionnaire) and FPSQ-M (Milk Version) questionnaires, exclusive breastfeeding history obtained through interviews with questionnaires, anthropometric data measured using digital scales and microtoas. Data analysis used independent t-test and Mann Whitney test. The results of this study showed there were significant differences in energy intake (p=0.000), carbohydrates (p=0.023), protein (p=0.000), fat (p=0.000), and exclusive breastfeeding history (p=0.003) and there was no significant difference in food parenting (p=0.632) between wasting and non-wasting toddlers. Parents are expected to pay attention to food intake and provide exclusive breastfeeding.

This study aims to analyze the nutritional status and dietary needs of students aged 7–10 years at SDN 3 Sesetan. Using a quantitative descriptive survey method, the research involved total sampling of all 86 second-grade students (40 boys and 46 girls). Data were collected using a stadiometer and weighing scale. Descriptive percentage analysis was used to interpret the data. The results showed that among the participants, 3 students (4%) were classified as severely obese, 2 students (2%) as mildly obese, 32 students (37%) had ideal nutritional status, and 49 students (57%) were underweight. The average daily calorie requirement was 1,935.50 kcal. Macronutrient analysis indicated an average daily requirement of 1,195.01 kcal from carbohydrates, 298.75 kcal from protein, and 497.92 kcal from fat. These findings reveal that a significant number of students have not yet reached optimal nutritional status. The variability in nutritional needs suggests the importance of attention and collaboration from both physical education (PJOK) teachers and parents to support students' health and development.  

Nutrition is very important in human development and growth. The 2021 edition of UNICEF-WHO-WORLD BANK states that 148.2 million children aged 0-5 years worldwide are stunted, 38.9 million are overweight, and 45.4 million are severely wasted. Nutritional problems often occur at the age of 6-24 months due to inadequate nutrition because of lack of mother's knowledge, therefore it is necessary to carry out interventions to increase mother's knowledge regarding balanced nutrition of children under two. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of health promotion media on changes in the nutritional status of children under two years in Paloh Punti Village, Muara Satu District, Lhokseumawe. This research method used quasi-experimental quantitative research with a one group pretest-posttest design and involved 51 children under two years. The data collection technique used was purposive random sampling. The data collected is primary data in the form of body weight which is limited to nutritional status based on body weight/age. The results showed that the nutritional status of children under two years was 92.1% in the good nutritional status category after the intervention. The change in nutritional status from malnutrition to normal nutrition from the results of the prostest compared to the pretest was 27.4%. The use of health promotion media has an effect on malnutrition status based on the Wilcoxon test with a p-value of 0.029. The conclusion of this study is that there is an effect of health promotion media on the nutritional status of children under two years in Paloh Punti Village, Muara Satu District, Lhokseumawe.

The majority of students tend to have irregular eating patterns and often consume unhealthy foods, resulting in nutritional problems such as malnutrition or overnutrition. Malnutrition makes the body more susceptible to infectious diseases, while overnutrition makes the body more susceptible to degenerative diseases. Nutritional status is basically determined by the amount of food consumed and how that food is processed in the body. This study aims to investigate the relationship between macronutrient intake and the nutritional status of female students in the Nutrition Study Program at Unesa. This study is a quantitative study with a cross-sectional design. The respondents in this study were female students in the Nutrition Study Program at Unesa, namely the 2021, 2022, and 2023 cohorts, totaling 247 students. Nutritional status data were obtained from weight and height measurements, while macronutrient intake data were obtained from food consumption measurements using a 3x24-hour food record form. Data analysis in this study used the chi-square test. The results of the chi-square test showed that there was no relationship between carbohydrate intake, fat intake, and protein intake with the nutritional status of female students in the Nutrition Study Program at Unesa.

This study aims to determine the relationship between MP-ASI knowledge and undernourished status, the relationship between exclusive breastfeeding history and undernourished status, and the relationship between food intake and undernourished status. This study uses analytical observational research. The method used is survey and observational using a cross sectional approach, namely the researcher takes data on free variables and bound variables in the same time period. The research was conducted from March to May 2024. The place of research was carried out at the Posyandu of Klampok Village, Wanasari District, Brebes Regency. The population in this study is all mothers who have toddlers in Klampok Village, Wanasari District, Brebes Regency aged 1-5 years which totals 122 toddlers. The sample in this study was malnutrition in 13 Posyandu Klampok Village, Wanasari District, Brebes Regency with a purposive sampling technique, namely a sampling technique with certain considerations. The research sample was collected from 13 Posyandu in the object of the study, resulting in the prevalence of undernutrition status of 122 children under five in Klampok Village, Wanasari District, Brebes Regency in 2024 with an average Z score of -3 to <-2 elementary school. The results showed that there was no relationship between maternal knowledge and nutritional status in toddlers aged 1-5 years with a ρ-value of 0.75, there was no relationship between the history of exclusive breastfeeding of toddlers and nutritional status in toddlers aged 1-5 years with a ρ-value of 0.80 and there was a relationship between toddlers' food intake and malnutrition status in toddlers aged 1-5 years with a ρ-value of 0.028.

Breakfast  with a healthy menu will improve good nutrition by paying attention to a balanced diet. And when breakfast is not adequately fulfilled, it can result in poor nutritional status, leading to depression, which disrupts brain function and negatively impacts academic performance. Research objective : That is to determine the relationship between breakfast habits and nutritional status with the academic performance of students at SDN Nanggala 1. Research method : This study uses a quantitative analytic correlation approach with a cross-sectional study design, involving 68 respondents as samples representing the population. The sampling technique used is total sampling. Research result : The majority of respondents in this study were male totaling 38 students (55.9%), the majority of respondents were 12 years old totaling 54 students (79.4%), the majority of respondents were from class VI A totaling 36 students (52.9%). The majority of respondents had poor breakfast habits totaling 28 students (41.2%), the majority of respondents had poor nutritional status totaling 46 students (67.6%), the majority of students have low academic achievement with 59 students (86.6%). The results of the chi-square test indicate No. relationship between breakfast habits and academis achievement with p=0,446 > a =0,05, and there is no relationship between nutritional status (BMI) and academic achievement p=0,055 > a =0,05.

Pregnancy anemia is a medical condition that occurs when a pregnant woman experiences a lack of red blood cells or hemoglobin in her blood during pregnancy. Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that is responsible for transporting oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and returning carbon dioxide to the lungs to be released. This study aims to determine the relationship between knowledge, age, education and nutritional status with the incidence of anemia in pregnant women in Soppeng district in 2024. The study design used Cross Sectional. Pregnant women at La Temmamala Hospital were 50 people. Based on the results of the Chi-square statistical test, the p Value = 0.273> α = 0.05 was obtained, so H0 was accepted and Ha was rejected, thus it can be concluded that there is no relationship between knowledge and the incidence of anemia in pregnant women at La Temmamala Hospital, Soppeng Regency. Based on the results of the Fisher's Exact Test statistical test, the p Value = 1,000 > α = 0.05 was obtained, so H0 was accepted and Ha was rejected, thus it can be concluded that there is no relationship between age and the incidence of anemia in pregnant women at La Temmamala Hospital, Soppeng Regency. Based on the results of the Fisher's Exact Test statistical test, the p Value = 1,000 > α = 0.05 was obtained, so H0 was accepted and Ha was rejected, thus it can be concluded that there is no relationship between age and the incidence of anemia in pregnant women at La Temmamala Hospital, Soppeng Regency.m Based on the results of the Chi-square statistical test, the p Value = 0.000 <α = 0.05 was obtained, so H0 was rejected and Ha was accepted. Thus, it can be concluded that there is a relationship between nutritional status and the incidence of anemia in pregnant women at La Temmamala Hospital, Soppeng Regency. For the author as information on the importance of mother's knowledge about For the author as information on the importance of mother's knowledge about the importance of ANC examination. For the government in general to optimize the dissemination of information about the importance of conducting pregnancy examinations

Nutritional knowledge is knowledge about food and nutrients, sources of nutrients in food, food that is safe to consume so that it does not cause disease and how to process food properly so that the nutrients in food are not lost and how to live healthily. One of the factors that influences eating patterns is the level of nutritional knowledge. A person's level of nutritional knowledge influences eating behavior in choosing food which determines whether it is easy for a person to understand the benefits of the nutritional content of the food consumed. The aim of this research is to determine the relationship between nutritional knowledge and instant noodle eating patterns among Papuan students at Halu Oleo University. This research uses quantitative research and the type of research is observational analytics with a cross sectional design. The results showed that the majority of respondents had a poor level of nutritional knowledge (75%), while only 25% of respondents had high nutritional knowledge. This shows that even though students are in a higher education environment, their knowledge about nutrition still needs to be improved. Most respondents (52%) consume instant noodles 2-3 times a week, with the main reasons being ease of preparation (65%) and affordable price (20%). This consumption is more dominant among students who live in boarding houses or dormitories compared to those who live with their families. It is hoped that this research will be useful for subjects to balance their eating patterns and have self-control because the majority of subjects have uncontrolled eating patterns due to living in boarding houses or dormitories so that their body health continues to be maintained. Apart from that, subjects can also pay more attention to nutritional balance in consuming food in order to achieve optimal nutritional status.  

Stress is a psychological condition that can affect nutritional status through changes in eating patterns and body metabolism. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between stress levels and nutritional status among final-year medical students at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Lampung. The study was conducted from November 2024 to January 2025 using a cross-sectional approach. The population consisted of final-year medical students in the 2024 academic year. A total of 141 students were selected using a simple random sampling technique. Data analysis was performed using the gamma correlation test. Stress levels were assessed using the Medical Student Stressor Questionnaire (MSSQ), while nutritional status was measured through anthropometric assessments. The results showed that 34.8% of respondents had an overweight or obese nutritional status, and 44.7% experienced moderate stress levels. Bivariate analysis revealed a significant relationship between stress levels and nutritional status (p = 0.033, p < 0.05) with a weak positive correlation (r = 0.260). This positive correlation indicates that higher stress levels are associated with an increased risk of being overweight or obese. In conclusion, this study demonstrates a significant relationship between stress levels and nutritional status among final-year medical students. These findings highlight the importance of effective stress management to prevent the risk of excessive weight gain and its potential contribution to degenerative diseases.

Women, especially teenagers, often experience dysmenorrhea during menstruation.  The lower part of the stomach is where this discomfort occurs.  The aim of this research is to find out how dietary status influences dysmenorrhea complaints in Bali Dwipa University students. The quantitative descriptive survey method was used in this research. The research sample obtained using a stratified sampling approach was 30 people from a total population of 43 people. The frequency distribution of each variable was analyzed and the chi square test was used to determine the relationship. Research findings show that nutritional status has an impact on female students' dysmenorrhea symptoms. This research aims to deepen understanding and serve as a guide for further research. Apart from that, it is believed that this research can provide further information which can then provide suggestions regarding solutions related to this problem, especially those related to dysmenorrhea complaints in female students.

Background: Nutrition in primary school-aged children is an important issue that can affect their growth and development. In addition to undernutrition, the nutrition transition in Indonesia shows an increasing prevalence of overnutrition, including overweight and obesity, which is of increasing concern. Objectives: This study aimed to describe the nutritional status of children aged 7-13 years at SD 8 Baruga and SD 1 Poasia, Kendari City, and analyze the distribution of nutritional status by gender and age group. Methods: This study used a descriptive design with a cross-sectional approach. Data were collected through measurements of height (TB), weight (BW), and body mass index (BMI) on 50 students, consisting of 22 boys and 28 girls. Results: The results showed that the majority of respondents (68%) had normal nutritional status, while the prevalence of undernutrition was 2%, overweight 18%, and obesity 12%. Based on gender, overnutrition and obesity were more prevalent among girls (32.1%) than boys (22.7%). In terms of age group, overnutrition and obesity were most prevalent in the 9-12 years age group. Conclusion: The high prevalence of overnutrition shows an alarming, although the prevalence of undernutrition is lower than the average for Southeast Sulawesi.

Physical activity is one of the factors that affect the nutritional status of adolescents. Lack of physical activity will lead to excess weight. The purpose of this study is to analyze the relationship between physical activity and nutritional status of eleventh grade students in high school in Palembang. This quantitative research uses a cross-sectional research design with a sample of 91 students. Physical activity was measured using the Adolescent-Physical Activity Questionnaire (PAQ-A). The nutritional status used is based on BMI/age. The correlation analysis used was Kendall's tau-b. Univariate results were obtained by the majority of students with low physical activity (f=40) and normal nutritional status (f=60). Based on the results of the correlation test, a p-value of 0.004 < 0.05 was obtained, which means that there is a significant relationship between physical activity and nutritional status based on BMI/U. With a correlation coefficient of 0.276, which means that the correlation strength is low with positive traits. Based on the results of the study, it is recommended that adolescents do enough physical activity to maintain physical fitness and health as well as normal nutritional status.