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Intensitas Konsumsi Junk Food Pada Ibu Rumah Tangga Di Pedesaan Kabupaten Grobogan

Introduction

intensitas konsumsi junk food pada ibu rumah tangga di pedesaan kabupaten grobogan. Teliti intensitas konsumsi junk food ibu rumah tangga di pedesaan Grobogan & korelasinya dengan status gizi. Studi ini menemukan tidak ada hubungan signifikan, menyoroti pola makan di area rural.

Abstract

The lifestyle and dietary habits of Indonesians have undergone substantial changes, even in rural regions such as Grobogan Regency. Housewives play a crucial role in selecting and preparing meals for their families, making it essential to understand junk food consumption patterns in this demographic for improving nutritional status and preventing non-communicable diseases. This study aims to assess the correlation between junk food intake and nutritional status among housewives in rural settings. It employed an analytical observational approach with a cross-sectional design, conducted from January to February 2025. A total of 44 participants were selected using purposive sampling. Junk food consumption data were collected through the Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ). Bivariate analysis using gamma correlation was applied to examine the relationship between the variables with a significance level of p < 0.05. The analysis indicated no statistically significant association between junk food consumption and nutritional status (p = 0.972, p > 0.05), with a very weak correlation coefficient of 0.009. The absence of a relationship may be influenced by factors such as the frequency of consumption and physical activity levels.

Review

This study addresses a highly relevant public health issue concerning the dietary habits of housewives in rural Grobogan Regency, a demographic critical to family nutrition. The focus on junk food consumption and its potential link to nutritional status is timely, given the increasing prevalence of lifestyle diseases even in non-urban settings in Indonesia. The authors clearly articulate the study's aim to assess this correlation, recognizing the crucial role of housewives in meal selection and preparation. This foundational research is important for informing future interventions aimed at improving public health outcomes and preventing non-communicable diseases in vulnerable populations. Methodologically, the study employs an analytical observational approach with a cross-sectional design, appropriate for exploring associations at a specific point in time. The use of a Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) for dietary data collection is a standard and often effective method for assessing habitual intake. However, several aspects warrant closer examination. The stated execution period of "January to February 2025" for a study being reviewed now suggests either a significant typo or that the research is still in its planning or early execution phase, which should be clarified if the abstract describes completed work. The sample size of 44 participants, selected via purposive sampling, is relatively small for a correlational study and may limit the generalizability of findings and potentially impact statistical power. Further detail on the criteria for purposive sampling would also be beneficial to assess potential selection biases. The study's finding of no statistically significant association between junk food consumption and nutritional status (p = 0.972), with a very weak correlation coefficient (0.009), is a notable outcome. While a null finding, it contributes to the understanding of dietary patterns in this specific context and highlights the complexity of nutritional determinants. The authors appropriately acknowledge that factors such as frequency of consumption and physical activity levels might influence this absence of a direct relationship, suggesting crucial areas for future investigation. To build upon this work, subsequent research should consider a larger, more representative sample, potentially employing a longitudinal design to capture changes over time. Incorporating additional variables such as overall caloric intake, total dietary quality, physical activity levels, and socio-economic factors into a multivariate analysis would provide a more comprehensive picture of the complex interplay between diet, lifestyle, and nutritional status among rural housewives.

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