Excessive body fat accumulation leading to obesity can result from an imbalance between energy intake and expenditure. The body's physiological mechanisms, which are influenced by nutrient intake, play a crucial role in maintaining body weight stability. Sea cucumber (Stichopus horrens), a marine natural resource, is a potential source of nutrition. This study evaluates the effect of sea cucumber administration on weight loss in obese respondents. A true experimental design with total sampling technique was used. Statistical analysis was performed using the Wilcoxon test with the help of SPSS software version 22. The results indicate a significant weight loss in respondents after receiving treatment, with a ρ value of 0.000.
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