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Elizawarda Elizawarda
Poltekkes Kemenkes Medan
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The Role of Plant-Based Diets in Preventing Chronic Diseases: Current Trends and Evidence Elizawarda Elizawarda
Journal Nutrizione Vol. 1 No. 3 (2024): JN-November
Publisher : Pt. Anagata Sembagi Education

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62872/036j2a43

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Chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, heart disease and cancer are major challenges in global public health. Unhealthy diets, such as the consumption of foods high in saturated fat and low in fiber, contribute to the increasing prevalence of these diseases. Research shows that plant-based diets have significant potential in the prevention of these chronic diseases, thanks to their high fiber, antioxidant and phytonutrient content and low saturated fat. In addition to the health benefits, plant-based diets also support environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, land use and natural resources compared to animal-based food production. While the adoption of plant-based diets is gaining popularity, challenges such as nutritional misconceptions, limited access to plant-based foods and cultural barriers need to be overcome. Stronger education and supportive public policies, such as subsidizing plant-based products and taxing animal products, are essential to expand their impact. Plant-based diets are not only a personal health solution, but also part of a global strategy to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), by reducing negative environmental impacts and increasing food security. This study aims to comprehensively explore the dynamics of adoption of plant-based diets as a chronic disease prevention strategy and its impact on health and the environment
The Impact of Instant Noodle Consumption Patterns on Hemoglobin Levels among Medical Laboratory Technology Students at Poltekkes Medan Evi Irianti; Ice Ratnalela Siregar; Elizawarda Elizawarda; Rinson Sitohang
Contagion: Scientific Periodical Journal of Public Health and Coastal Health Vol 8, No 1 (2026): CONTAGION
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30829/contagion.v8i1.26010

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Instant noodles are widely consumed worldwide due to their convenience, affordability, and long shelf life, particularly among university students. Despite their popularity, these products are nutritionally imbalanced, with high in carbohydrates and sodium, but low in protein, iron, and essential vitamins, raising concerns about their impact on hemoglobin levels and anemia risk. This study specifically examines hemoglobin status in relation to both frequency and duration of instant noodle consumption, while considering gender and sleep duration. A cross-sectional analytical study was conducted among 163 third-year Medical Laboratory Technology students at Poltekkes Kemenkes Medan. Hemoglobin concentration was measured from venous blood samples, while dietary patterns, sleep duration, and instant noodle consumption habits were assessed via structured questionnaires. Associations were analyzed using the Chi-square test (p < 0.05). Most students maintained normal hemoglobin levels regardless of instant noodle consumption frequency or duration. Female students had lower hemoglobin than males, reflecting hormonal and menstrual influences. Sleep duration did not significantly affect hemoglobin. Nearly all students reported adding vegetables and eggs to their noodles, potentially mitigating the adverse effects of sodium and supporting iron absorption. However, this effect was not statistically controlled, rendering the observed maintenance of hemoglobin suggestive rather than definitive. Hemoglobin status in young adults is primarily influenced by gender-related biological factors and overall dietary quality, rather than instant noodle consumption patterns alone. The findings highlight the importance of nutrient-rich complementary foods and warrant longitudinal studies to clarify the causal impact of dietary habits on hematological health Keywords: Noodles, Hemoglobins,  Anemia, Sleep, Gender Factors
Co-Authors Evi Irianti Rinson Sitohang Siregar, Ice Ratnalela