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Food Taboos and Prevention of Postpartum Anemia in the Karo Ethnic Community Desideria Yosepha Ginting; Nur Indrawati Lipoeto; Adang Bachtiar; Joserizal Serudji
Indonesian Journal of Global Health Research Vol 7 No 5 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Global Health Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37287/ijghr.v7i5.6570

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Postpartum anemia is a condition characterized by reduced hemoglobin levels in the blood, which diminishes the blood’s ability to optimally transport oxygen to meet the body’s physiological needs. Although a global health issue, this condition remains frequently overlooked and under-researched. This study aims to explore the perceptions, meanings, and values associated with cultural practices, such as food taboos, and their relationship to the occurrence of postpartum anemia in the Karo ethnic community. Using a qualitative approach, data were gathered through in-depth interviews with three postpartum mothers. The interviews were conducted over multiple sessions with each participant until responses became consistent. The findings revealed that specific food taboos are practiced during the postpartum period, which are culturally significant but may affect iron intake and risk worsening anemia. Postpartum mothers in the Karo ethnic community avoid consuming seafood and leafy vegetables with hairy surfaces. These foods are restricted due to the belief that they may cause itching. Food taboos among postpartum mothers in the Karo ethnic community can lead to micronutrient deficiencies, contributing to anemia. This highlights the need for health interventions that integrate cultural context and local wisdom.
Relationship between Maternal Hemoglobin Levels with Birth Weight Rita Gusmaladewi; Nur Indrawati Lipoeto; Eka Nofita
Indonesian Journal of Global Health Research Vol. 9 No. 1 (2027): Indonesian Journal of Global Health Research: February 2027
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37287/ijghr.v9i1.2510

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Pregnancy anemia is a global health problem often associated with low birth weight (LBW). The prevalence of anemia among pregnant women in Indonesia was 27.7% in 2023, while West Sumatra reported 11.26% in 2024. Low maternal hemoglobin (Hb) levels are thought to reduce the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the fetus, although the evidence remains inconsistent. This study aimed to determine the relationship between first-trimester maternal Hb levels and birth weight. This retrospective cohort study used secondary medical record data collected in 2019–2021 in Padang Panjang City, Agam Regency, and Tanah Datar Regency, analyzed in 2026. Using total sampling, 80 mother–infant pairs meeting the inclusion criteria were included. Maternal Hb level (anemia <11 g/dL) was the independent variable, birth weight was the dependent variable, controlled for maternal age, education, and occupation. Data were analyzed using the Shapiro–Wilk test, independent t-test, and multiple linear regression (α = 0.05). Of the 80 pregnant women, 37.5% had anemia. The mean birth weight was 3187.06 ± 429.43 grams, with 2.5% classified as LBW. The mean birth weight did not differ significantly between anemic mothers (3195.83 ± 417.24 grams) and non-anemic mothers (3181.80 ± 440.68 grams; p = 0.889). Multiple regression confirmed no significant relationship between Hb and birth weight after adjustment (B = 32.32; p = 0.750); the overall model was not significant (F = 0.907; p = 0.481; adjusted R² = −0.006). No significant relationship was found between maternal Hb and birth weight, as most mothers had mild anemia or no anemia and received adequate antenatal care.
Co-Authors Adang Bachtiar Eka Nofita Ginting, Desideria Yosepha Joserizal Serudji Rita Gusmaladewi