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Carrots are one of the abundant agricultural products in Wonolelo Village, Magelang. This type of root vegetable contains various nutrients such as Vitamin A, β-carotene, and fiber, which are beneficial for eye health and boosting the immune system against infections. The consumption of fresh carrots is less favored by the community, especially children, so carrot-based processed products in the form of healthy beverages like carrot ice cream can be an attractive and healthy alternative for consumption. The purpose of this activity is to explore the processing of carrots to maximize harvests and optimize the selling value and functionality of carrots as a healthy and appealing product for children. This training uses practical methods, allowing participants to practice and directly process carrots into ice cream. The conclusion of this activity is that it provides insight into carrot processing innovations for the PKK mothers in Wonolelo Village, specifically on how to turn carrots into ice cream, thereby increasing the selling value of carrots, which impacts the welfare of the community, especially carrot farmers.

Background: Dysmenorrhea is pain experienced during or just before menstruation and is one of the most common gynecological issues affecting women of all ages. Primary dysmenorrhea occurs 6 to 12 months after the first menstruation and is caused by high levels of prostaglandins released from endometrial secretions, leading to painful uterine contractions. Carrots are a vegetable rich in vitamin E, which can help block the formation of prostaglandins and counteract the effects of increased production of prostaglandin hormones. Objective :To analyze the difference in dysmenorrhea pain levels before and after consuming carrot juice. Method : A one-group pretest-posttest approach was used, conducted in Ngablak Village, Kenteng Nogosari, Boyolali, in April-May, involving 20 respondents. Data processing was done using the Wilcoxon statistical test. Results: The majority of respondents before consuming carrot juice (100%) experienced severe pain. After consuming carrot juice, out of 20 respondents (100%), 6 (30.0%) experienced a reduction to mild pain, and 14 (70.0%) experienced a reduction to moderate pain. The Wilcoxon test results showed a significant effect of carrot juice on dysmenorrhea in adolescents, with a p-value of 0.00 (p < 0.05). Conclusion: There is an effect of consuming carrot juice on the reduction of dysmenorrhea in adolescents in Ngablak Village.

Wontons consist of skin and filling. Generally, wonton skin is made from wheat flour, oil, water and salt. In this research, wonton skin was made with different characteristics by replacing wheat flour with tangmien flour. The wheat flour in wonton skin can be replaced 100% with tangmien flour because it has fine and soft characteristics which make the wonton skin color more transparent white and have a flexible texture. One effort to increase nutritional value and appearance is by adding green spinach (amarathus hybridus l.) juice. Green spinach contains chlorophyll which can be used as a natural coloring in food processing. Green spinach is mixed with 20gr, 40gr and 60gr of tangmien flour which is useful for changing the color of the wonton skin so that it has different color variants. Research Objectives: 1) To determine the sensory quality of wonton skin which includes color, texture, aroma and taste; and 2) To determine the nutritional content which includes energy, carbohydrates, fiber, iron, and vitamins A, B, C. This research uses an experimental method. The data collection technique was carried out by observation using a questionnaire sheet in the form of an instrument with 30 panelists. The data analysis technique used was single ANOVA followed by Duncan's test. To determine the nutritional content (energy, carbohydrates, fiber, iron, and vitamins A, B, C) laboratory tests are carried out. The results of the research show: 1) There is an effect of substitution of green spinach juice on the sensory quality of color and no effect on the sensory quality of texture, aroma and taste; and 2) The nutritional content of the product is Energy 305.80 kcal/100g, Carbohydrates 38.60%, Fiber 3.80%, Iron 2.85 mg/100g, Vitamin A 98.65mg/100g, Vitamin B 4.15mg /100g, Vitamin C 8.10mg/100g.   Keywords: , , ..

Stunting is a condition of impaired growth in children under five caused by chronic malnutrition and recurrent infections, which impacts the physical and cognitive development of the child. Ajung Kalisat Village has a relatively high prevalence of stunting, necessitating effective interventions to prevent this condition. This study aims to evaluate the potential of pumpkin pudding as an alternative functional food in the prevention of stunting in children under five in Ajung Kalisat Village. Pumpkin was chosen due to its high nutritional content, such as vitamin A, fiber, and antioxidants, which are beneficial for children's growth and development. The research method involved a trial of giving pumpkin pudding to children under five over a specific period and evaluating its impact on their nutritional status and growth. The results of the study showed that the consumption of pumpkin pudding significantly improved the nutritional status of children under five and has the potential to prevent stunting. Therefore, pumpkin pudding can be considered an effective alternative functional food in efforts to prevent stunting in the community.

Adolescent health efforts aim to prepare adolescents to become healthy, intelligent, quality and productive adults and participate in maintaining, maintaining and improving their own health. Healthy Eating is a measure of the suitability of the subject's consumption with the recommended portion sizes of the Balanced Nutrition Guidelines. Maximum IGS means proving that the quality of food consumption is good and in accordance with the recommendations of the Balanced Nutrition Guidelines. In contrast to previous ages, entering the adolescent development stage, the child's daily nutritional adequacy rate (RDA) will automatically increase. According to WHO, teenagers are residents in the age range 10-19 years, according to the Republic of Indonesia Minister of Health Regulation Number 25 of 2014, teenagers are residents in the age range 10-18 years and according to the Population and Family Planning Agency (BKKBN) the age range for teenagers is 10-18 years. 24 years old and not married. The role of balanced nutrition education in teenagers' daily consumption is very necessary so that teenagers understand the nutritional intake needed by the body to support their growth and development from adolescence to adulthood, consuming a variety of foods with various types of food high in calories, protein, carbohydrates, minerals and vitamins to avoid disease and problems related to unbalanced nutrition.

Background: According to (WHO) in 2020, there were 2.7 million cases of perineal rupture in mothers giving birth, it is estimated that this will reach 6.3 million in 2050.Childbirth and the postpartum period are processes that are vulnerable to various complications that can endanger the mother. Vaginal delivery will be more susceptible to tearing of the perineum to varying degrees. Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO is rich in vitamin E which plays a role in cell retention mechanisms in cell organs which significantly increases the activity of antioxidant enzymes. Objective: to determine changes in wound healing before and after being given Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) Method: This application uses a case study method. This method with application to 2 respondents,given Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) applied 3 times/day for 5 consecutive days. Results: After applying Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) for 5 consecutive days, the result was a decrease in the rate of wound healing in both respondents. decrease in score for Mrs. F 0 (good wound healing) and Mrs. Conclusion: There were changes and differences in the level of wound healing before and after administering Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) to the two respondents.

Background: Breast milk is the first natural food for babies which contains vitamins, minerals and nutrients that babies need for growth in the first six months, and no other food or liquid is needed. Data on exclusive breastfeeding in Indonesia in 2023 is around 73.9%, this figure still does not meet the national exclusive breastfeeding target of 80%.  Family support factors, including the husband, greatly determine success in breastfeeding, because family influence influences the mother's emotional state, which indirectly also influences breast milk production. Objective: to determine the relationship between husband's support and exclusive breastfeeding. Method: quantitative research using analytical survey methods with a cross sectional approach. Sampling using the Slovin formula obtained 31 respondents with the criteria of mothers who have babies aged 6-12 months. Results: The results of this research prove that there is a relationship between husband's support and exclusive breastfeeding based on the chi square test which shows an Asymp.Sig value of 0.000 which is smaller than 0.05. Conclusion: there is a relationship between husband's support and exclusive breastfeeding.    

The Covid-19 pandemic has significantly altered the landscape of the healthcare product market, with a rapid increase in demand for Vitamin C as a means to enhance immune function. Amidst intensifying competition, Hevit-C, a well-known brand in Jakarta's pharmacies, has employed marketing strategies and innovations to maintain its revenue stability. This study aims to analyze various marketing strategies and innovations implemented by Hevit-C during and post-pandemic, and to identify the correlation between these strategies and innovations with the brand's revenue stability. The research methodology includes sales data analysis, collection of data related to marketing strategies and innovations used by product management, and a review of literature on marketing strategies in the pharmaceutical industry. It is anticipated that the findings of this research will benefit healthcare professionals and pharmacies by providing insights and educational materials on the use of Vitamin C for patients and the general public. Furthermore, the study aims to benefit the pharmaceutical industry by optimizing marketing strategies and better meeting market demands.

Anemia throughout maternity describes a reduced focus of hemoglobin (Hb) in the blood particularly much less than 11 grams (gm)/ deciliter (dl) in venous blood. This problem influences a worrying 1.62 billion individuals globally with establishing nations dealing with a specifically high worry. In these areas anemia is a considerable factor to both mother's and also youngster morbidity and also death making up 20% of mother's fatalities. In addition it is approximated that virtually 50% of the international populace is contaminated with Helicobacter pylori (HP) a germs understood to create different health and wellness concerns. Remarkably the occurrence of HP infection amongst expectant ladies is greater in establishing nations contrasted to industrialized ones. Nonetheless the connection in between HP infection as well as the incident of anemia continues to be uncertain especially in Tikrit city. Consequently the goal of this research study was to check out the organization in between anemia as well as Helicobacter pylori infection amongst expecting ladies participating in Tikrit city.

This study aims to develop flakes made from brown rice and cavendish bananas as instant drink fillings, with the aim of finding out: 1) the results of sensory tests of brown rice flakes and cavendish bananas as instant drink fillings which include color, shape, aroma, taste, texture, and preference level; 2) the nutritional content of brown rice flakes and cavendish bananas which include carbohydrates,  fiber, vitamin B6, and proximate test include water and ash; and 3) the selling price of brown rice flakes and cavendish bananas as an instant drink filling of 25 grams/package. The research method used was experimental, with sensory quality assessment by 5 trained and 25 semi-trained panelists. Data analysis uses Anava Tunggal (one way anava). Nutritional content tests in the form of carbohydrates, fiber, vitamin B6 and proximate tests including water and ash were carried out by laboratory tests. Calculation of the selling price of 25 grams/package using conventional methods. The results of the study show that: 1) the criteria for the best product flakes formula with a ratio of 100:60 produced a reddish-brown color, neat round shape, typical banana aroma, sweet taste, crispy texture and liked by the panelists; 2) the nutritional content per 100 grams of brown rice flakes and cavendish bananas has a total carbohydrate content of 71.06%, fiber 3.11, vitamin B6 2.66, moisture content 0.12% and ash content 0.11%; and 3) the selling price of flakes is known to be Rp.  7,290 per package weighing 25 grams.

The Sangihe-Talaud region hosts several taro varieties whose nutritional compositions in raw, steamed, and fried states remain unknown. This study examined these varieties, their processing methods, and their impact on taro’s nutritional components, encompassing energy, protein, fat, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, ash, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamin C, moisture content, and sensory preferences. The investigation encompassed Macape Marramu, Macape Darrana, and Allae Mawira taro types subjected to raw, steamed, and fried treatments. In this study, the researchers employed a complete randomized design with two factors and four replications. The findings revealed diverse effects of treatments and their interactions on taro’s nutritional profile. Treatment A₁B₂ yielded the highest energy content at 116.6. The maximum protein content was observed in treatment A₂B₂. Treatment A₃B₂ exhibited the highest fat content at 6.87, whereas A₁B₁, while not significantly different from A₂B₁ and A₃B₁, showed lower fat content. Treatment A₂B₂ registered the highest carbohydrate content at 89.27. Treatment A₁B₂ resulted in the highest dietary fiber at 4.28. The lowest ash content was in treatment A₁B₁, while the highest was observed in treatment A₃B₂ at 1.07. Treatment A₃B₂ recorded the highest calcium at 125%. The maximum phosphorus content was noted in treatment A₃B₂, whereas the minimum was in A₂B₀. Treatment A₃B₂ exhibited the highest iron content. The richest vitamin C content emerged in treatment A₂B₂ at 15.79. The lowest moisture content was observed in treatment A₁B₂, which was not significantly different from A₂B₂ (Macape Darrana; fried). Meanwhile, the highest moisture content was observed in treatment A₂B₀.

Stunting in Batu Belanak Village has been widespread since 2023. There are three villages in Suak Midai District, these three villages are Batu Belanak Village which holds the highest ranking for stunting problems. Batu Belanak village has 7 stunted children, 4 people in Gunung Jambat village and 6 people in Air Kumpai village. Therefore, there needs to be a responsible role for the village government in this matter. The aim of this research is to find out how the Village Government handles stunting in Batu Belanak Village. This research uses a qualitative approach method. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews and documentation. This research uses according to Ryas Rasyid which consists of the Government's Role as Regulator, the Government's Role as Dynamisator, and the Government's Role as Facilitator. The results of the findings are that the role of the village government in handling stunting is carried out by the village government is quite good, both from the role of the Government as a Regulator, the Village directs it to socialize with the community so that it becomes better. The government has added a program for stunted children in the form of vitamins. The role of the Government as a village government dynamist provides good new innovations. Findings for the role of the dynamist include the community not being timely when there is socialization. The government's role as a facilitator is quite good and appropriate in handling stunting in Batu Belanak village.

Background: The impact of anemia in adolescents can be in the form of decreased immunity, concentration, learning achievement fitness & activity, if not properly addressed, when pregnant continues to become pregnant women with anemia, at risk of giving birth to premature babies or LBW and giving birth to the next generation of stunting which is not only short but has low intelligence (IQ), psychological disorders and is at risk of diabetes, hypertension, and other chronic diseases in the future. Prevention of anemia can be started from increasing adolescent hemoglobin levels using red guava juice which in 100 grams contains 228.3 grams of vitamin C which can help iron absorption up to 30%. Objective: to determine the effect of giving Red Guava Juice on increasing hemoglobin levels in adolescent girls. Method: using Quasi Experiment with the research design used is two group pre test- post test design. Giving Red Guava Juice with a dose of 100 grams taken 1x a day for 7 days and giving health care to the control group. The number of 30 respondents was divided into 2 groups and the data were analyzed using the Independent Sample T Test statistical test. Results: the test results showed p=0.00 <0.05 which means Ha is accepted. Conclusion: There is an effect of giving Red Guava Juice on increasing Hemoglobin levels in adolescent girls at SMA Negeri 1 Seputih Agung Lampung Tengah.

Stunting remains a significant public health challenge in Indonesia, especially in rural areas. The national stunting prevalence was recorded at 24.4% in 2021, still far above the maximum threshold of 14% set in the SDGs for 2024. To tackle this problem, the KKN-T Bela Negara Group 8 team of the National Development University "Veteran" East Java in collaboration with UPT Puskesmas Tawangsari carried out a socialization program on stunting prevention in Muteran Hamlet, Kejagan Village, Trowulan District, Mojokerto Regency on August 2, 2024. This program involved 38 participants of mothers with children under five years old and focused on three main interventions including measuring children's height, weighing children, and giving vitamin A. This activity aims to know how to prevent stunting from various aspects, knowing how to measure and weigh toddlers appropriately according to health procedures and learning how to give vitamin A to children. Through this collaborative effort, it is hoped that the prevalence of stunting in Muteran Hamlet can be significantly reduced so that it can contribute to improving the quality of human resources in the future.

Background : Adolescent girls are susceptible to anemia because they experience menstruation, where menstruation can cause a decrease in hemoglobin levels, thus requiring special attention to iron needs. The results of the 2021 Riskesdas showed an increase in the rate of anemia in adolescents with a female sample of 22.7%. The effort taken is to drink green bean juice because it contains iron and vitamin C which helps increase hemoglobin levels. Objective : to determine the effect of giving Green Bean Juice on increasing Hemoglobin levels in adolescent girls. Method : The research design was Pre Experiment and One Group Pretest Posttest approach, a sample of 20 young women from class XI, the sample used was random sampling. Test the analysis using the Paired Simple T Test. Research results : The results of the Paired Simple T Test based on the Hb value before and after treatment showed a significant value of 0.000 < 0.05 with an average increase of 1.2 gr/dl. Conclusion : There is an effect of giving Green Bean Juice on increasing Hemoglobin levels in young women at SMA Negeri 1 Menggala Tulang Bawang.

Background; In Lampung province, the incidence of dysmenorrhea is quite high, the results of the study found that 54.9% of women experience it. Dysmenorrhea is lower abdominal pain that sometimes extends to the waist, lower back and thighs, caused by high production of prostaglandins then stimulates the uterus to contract. The most common impact of dysmenorrhea is limited physical activity and poor concentration, so it must be addressed immediately so as not to further interfere with daily activities. One of the non-pharmacological treatments is by drinking carrot juice where carrots contain vitamin E and beta-carotene which can suppress prostaglandin production so that it can reduce the pain experienced. Objective; To determine the effect of carrot juice on reducing dysmenorrhea in adolescent girls at JHS Muhammadiyah 2 Wonosobo, Lampung. Method; This type of research is quantitative research with a pre-experimental design with a one group pretest and posttest design approach, the population is 28 respondents, the number of samples is 22 respondents with Simple Random Sampling technique. Data collection tools using observation sheets, data analysis with Wilcoxon test ? = 0.05. Results; The results of observations for 1 day with a frequency of 2x a day obtained a p-value of 0.000 where 0.000 <0.05 this means H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. Conclusion; There is an effect of giving carrot juice on reducing dysmenorrhea in adolescent girls at JHS Muhammadiyah 2 Wonosobo, Lampung.

World Health Organization (WHO) 41% of pregnant women worldwide experience anemia. Overall, the prevalence of anemia in pregnant women in developed countries is 49% and in developing countries it is 53%. In Indonesia, the rate of anemia in pregnant women is quite high, namely 48.9%. Anemia that is commonly experienced by pregnant women is iron deficiency anemia. Iron is needed in hemopoesis (blood formation), namely in the synthesis of hemoglobin. Iron absorption can be increased by consuming ± 25 mg of vitamin C sources in food. The aim of the research was to determine the difference in the effectiveness of papaya and red guava on hemoglobin levels in pregnant women with anemia. The research was conducted at the Nagaswidak Community Health Center in June 2024 using a quasi-experimental two group pretest and posttest. The population in this study were all pregnant women who were in the working area of the Nagaswidak Palembang Community Health Center in May 2024 with Hb levels of 9 – 10.9 gr/dl. The sampling technique used purposive sampling totaling 30 respondents. The results of the Wilcoxon test research showed that the effect of papaya (p value 0.000) and guava (p value 0.000) was obtained. The results of the Mann Whitney union obtained a p value of 0.116. There is an effect of papaya on hemoglobin levels in pregnant women, there is an effect of guava on hemoglobin levels. There is no difference in the effect of papaya and guava on hemoglobin levels in pregnant women at the Nagaswidak Community Health Center. It is hoped that health workers will increase education regarding the prevention of anemia in pregnant women, one of which is by consuming vitamin C in fruit.

Hyperemesis gravidarum is a condition of excessive nausea and vomiting in pregnant women that is worse than morning sickness, the cause is unknown. Psychological factors can worsen this condition, causing dehydration, weight loss, electrolyte imbalance, and complications such as liver damage and retinal hemorrhage due to increased blood pressure during vomiting. Treatment is done by administering fluids, glucose, electrolytes, and vitamins through an IV. This study aims to analyze the factors that influence the incidence of hyperemesis gravidarum at the Pagar Merbau Health Center, Deli Serdang, in 2023. This study uses a descriptive correlational method with a cross-sectional design to analyze the relationship between independent and dependent variables simultaneously. Data were collected retrospectively from 36 respondents using a purposive sampling technique. The research instruments were questionnaires and observation sheets, while data analysis was carried out using the chi-square statistical test which showed a p value = 0.021. There is a significant relationship between age, knowledge, parity, and multiple pregnancies with the incidence of hyperemesis gravidarum in pregnant women at the Pagar Merbau Health Center, Deli Serdang.

Stunting is a condition of failure to grow in children under five whose height is much shorter than the height of children of their age due to malnutrition. Stunting prevention is one of the things that is focused on developing the health of children's growth at an early age is a very important thing to pay attention to. Therefore, one of the causes of stunting can arise from environmental factors as well as from the food consumed, both from the source of nutrition and vitamins. The success of the Stunting Prevention Program can be seen if the Effectiveness of the Program is Effective. Effectiveness is the goal that is to be achieved in the implementation of organizational activities. The word effective is a word adapted from the United Kingdom "effective". This word can be interpreted as something that has been done well and successfully. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the implementation of the Stunting Prevention Program in Tellulimpoe Village, Majauleng District, Wajo Regency. This research was conducted using the Quantitative method. Data collection techniques are carried out through: observation, questionnaires/questionnaires, documentation. The results of the study show that the Effectiveness of the Implementation of the Stunting Prevention Program in Tellulimpoe Village is Very Good. This is supported by the results of the study which revealed that the Effectiveness of the Stunting Prevention Program is in the Very BaiK category.

Changes in social conditions and lifestyle change people's consumption patterns, so there is a need for innovation in making food by utilizing vegetables to increase nutritional complexity. Stuffed Chicken is a processed product made from the main ingredient of chicken meat with the addition of vegetable puree. These problems became the objectives of this study to determine: 1) Sensory quality results which include shape, color, taste, aroma, texture and level of preference; 2) Nutritional content which includes energy, carbohydrates, protein, fat, fiber, and vitamin A; 3) Selling price of stuffed chicken per 250 gram package. This research used observation method through a sensory quality test with 30 panelists. Data result were processed with a single anova test followed by a Duncan’s test. Nutritional content (energy, carbohydrate, protein, fat, fiber, and vitamin A) was tested in the laboratory. The results showed: 1) the addition of vegetable puree proportion (carrots, sweet corn, and peas) affects the criteria of taste and aroma, while the criteria of shape, color, texture and level of liking have no significant effect. The nutritional content of stuffed chicken is energy of 294.85 kcal, carbohydrates 42.90g, protein 14.96g, fat 7.24g, Fiber 3.23g, and vitamin A 67.10 μg. The selling price of stuffed chicken is known to be Rp.36,500 per package weighing 250 grams.