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Overview of the Nutritional Status of Toddlers in the Coastal Area of Bengkulu City in 2023

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Children under the age of five (under-fives) are particularly vulnerable to nutritional issues, especially in coastal areas where social, cultural, economic, educational, and hygiene factors play significant roles. The nutritional status of under-fives is influenced by several factors, including exclusive breastfeeding, maternal education and knowledge, family income, and the child’s history of infections. Poor nutrition negatively impacts growth, leading to stunted height and weight, impaired brain development, reduced intelligence, and increased susceptibility to infections. This study employed a descriptive analytic method with purposive sampling. The analysis used univariate analysis to examine the frequency distribution of nutritional status and the characteristics of the children. The results showed that 85.8% of the children had good nutritional status, 11% were undernourished, and 3.2% were severely malnourished. In conclusion, the majority of children in the coastal areas of Bengkulu City were found to have good nutritional status.

Source: Journal for Quality in Women s Health

DOI: 10.30994/jqwh.v8i2.285

Authors: Sekar Desvira Rima Rahmadani, Kurnia Dewiani, Dara Himalaya, Sri Nengsi Destriani

Institution: University of Bengkulu

Language: English

Topic: Public Health and Nutrition

Subfield: Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Zero hunger, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4414523755

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