Macronutrient and Micronutrient Analysis of Bilih Fish-Based Finger Food as a Local Food Innovation from West Sumatra to Support the Nutrition of Pregnant Women

Adhyatmoko, Fadhil Acedya
Cahyo, Figo Dwi
Fathny, Dita Zahratul
Volasoohy, Navila Samsa
Rusdha, Salma Nasira
Taufiqa, Zuhrah

International Journal of Health, Engineering and Technology
Vol. 4 No. 5 (2026): IJHESS JANUARY 2026

West Sumatra faces a nutritional paradox in which low birth weight prevalence (6.4%) coexists with high stunting rates (24.9%), indicating chronic maternal micronutrient deficiencies during pregnancy. This study aimed to develop a local food innovation in the form of bilih fish (Mystacoleucus padangensis)-based finger food and analyze its macronutrient and micronutrient content to support maternal nutrition. A descriptive observational design with laboratory analysis based on Indonesian National Standards (SNI) was used. The results showed that the bilih fish finger food had an energy density of 188.19 kcal/100 g, a crunchy texture, and minimal fishy aroma, making it suitable for pregnant women, including those with emesis gravidarum. The protein content reached 16.52 g/100 g, fulfilling approximately 55–80% of the additional daily protein requirements during pregnancy. Zinc content was 1.32 mg/100 g (13.22 mg/kg), higher than several other local food sources such as dadiah and eggs. In conclusion, bilih fish-based finger food has strong potential as a functional local food to address maternal micronutrient deficiencies and serve as a preventive strategy to reduce stunting risk in West Sumatra starting from the intrauterine period.