Nutrient Problems in Young Children in Indonesia
Author Information
Author(s): Fahmida Umi, Pramesthi Indriya Laras, Kusuma Sari, Sudibya Arienta R. P., Rahmawati Rahmawati, Suciyanti Dini, Gusnedi Gusnedi, Diana Aly
Primary Institution: Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization Regional Centre for Food and Nutrition (SEAMEO RECFON)–Pusat Kajian Gizi Regional (PKGR) Universitas Indonesia
Hypothesis
This study aims to identify problem nutrients in the diet of under-five children in selected 37 stunting priority districts in Indonesia and assess whether the number of problem nutrients is associated with district food security status.
Conclusion
Problem nutrients and dietary inadequacy were prevalent in the diets of under-five children, even in food-secure areas.
Supporting Evidence
- 95% of districts had at least one problem nutrient in infants aged 6-11 months.
- 84% of districts were categorized as food secure.
- Folate was identified as a problem nutrient across all age groups.
Takeaway
This study found that many young children in Indonesia are not getting enough important nutrients, even in places where food is available.
Methodology
Linear programming analysis using single 24-hour dietary recall data from the Ministry of Health 2016 Food Consumption Survey.
Limitations
Small sample size in some district-age groups, especially for 6-11 month infants, may limit the number of identified food items consumed.
Participant Demographics
Children aged 6-59 months from 37 selected districts in 33 provinces in Indonesia.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.501
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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