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Journal SAGO Gizi dan Kesehatan
ISSN : 27146464     EISSN : 2721558X     DOI : http://dx.doi.org/10.30867/gikes
Core Subject : Health,
Journal of SAGO Gizi dan Kesehatan (Nutrition and Health) is a peer-reviewed journal of a scientific nature contained in the Polytechnic of Health Ministry of Health of Aceh, who publish high quality of nutrition and health-related individuals, populations, groups and communities who are vulnerable to malnutrition and health and risk issues. The scope of the journal study associated issues of nutrition, food technology, nutrition and maternal and child health, environmental health, hygiene and sanitation, oral health, treatment of individuals/families and communities, and safety of medical drugs. The journal also seeks to raise awareness of the interrelationship between nutrition, exercise, physical activity, and lifestyle for improving health across the lifespan and to demonstrate how healthcare outcomes and policies can be improved with the adoption of a more nutrition-oriented approach. In this way, it aspires to provide an invaluable resource to nutrition and healthcare practitioners, as well as researchers and academics of nutrition studies. SAGO Gizi dan Kesehatan (Nutrition and Health) provides an initial rapid review of all submissions to determine suitability for external peer review. Authors can, if they wish, contact a member of the editorial board with potential submission ideas if they are in doubt as to whether or not they fit the scope or interests of the journal.
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Hubungan aktivitas fisik dan kebiasaan jajan dengan prevalensi gizi lebih pada anak usia sekolah di Kota Bekasi Gultom, Ezri Yohanna; Sartika, Arindah Nur
Jurnal SAGO Gizi dan Kesehatan Vol 7, No 1 (2026): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30867/gikes.v7i1.2639

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Background: Overnutrition in school-aged children (6–12 years) in Indonesia continues to increase and has become a serious health issue. This condition is characterized by fat accumulation due to energy imbalance, with a BMI/A of >+1 SD to +2 SD at risk of over-nutrition. The increasing prevalence in Bekasi City emphasizes the urgency of interventions to prevent long-term impacts on children's health.Objectives: This study aimed to explain the relationship between physical activity, snack consumption patterns, and the risk of overnutrition in school children in Bekasi. Methods: This quantitative, cross-sectional study involved 215 children in grades V–VI of elementary school selected through consecutive sampling. Physical activity was measured using the Physical Activity Questionnaire for Children (PAQ-C) categories: light physical activity (≥ 1 to < 2), moderate (≥ 2 to< 5), heavy (value 5), and frequency of snack consumption using the Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ), and nutritional status using body mass index/A index. The study locations included five public elementary schools in Bekasi City: SDN Aren Jaya XVIII, SDN Bekasi Jaya IV, SDN Margahayu XII, SDN Duren Jaya XIV, and SDN Duren Jaya V.Results:The chi-square test showed no significant relationship between physical activity and overnutrition (OR = 1.44; 95% CI: 0.63–3.33; p = 0.389) or between snacking habits and overnutrition (OR = 0.73; 95% CI: 0.41–1.32; p = 0.301).  Conclusion: Overnutrition among schoolchildren remains a problem, with pocket money being a significant factor, whereas physical activity and snacking habits are unrelated to obesity. Pocket money management and promotion of healthy eating patterns in schools should be considered in comprehensive intervention policies.
Pengaruh formulasi tepung sagu, ikan tembang, dan kelor terhadap kadar proksimat biskuit PMT balita stunting di pesisir Maluku Rehena, Zasendy; Herwawan, Joan Herly
Jurnal SAGO Gizi dan Kesehatan Vol 7, No 1 (2026): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30867/gikes.v7i1.3084

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Background: The coastal areas of Maluku are ecologically rich in marine resources, such as fish, and agricultural resources, such as sago and moringa, which are nutrient-rich. However, many toddlers still experience stunting. The prevalence  of stunting in Maluku Province increased by 28,4% in 202,4 higher than the target in the  2019-2024 RPJM of 20%. One way to meet the nutritional needs of stunted toddlers is to provide supplementary food in the form of highly nutritious biscuits formulated from local Maluku foods, namely sago flour, Sardinella fimbriata (Banded Sardinella), and moringa.Objectives: This study aimed to determine the effect of a biscuit formulation of sago flour, Sardinella fimbriata, and moringa on the proximate levels of biscuits as PMT for stunted toddlers in the coastal areas of Maluku. .Methods: This study used an experimental method with a completely randomized design using five treatment levels and repeated three times, resulting in 15 experimental units. The treatments consisted of one control and four formulation treatments of 50% sago flour, 10%, 15%, 20%, and 25% Sardinella fimbriata flour, and 5%, 10%, 15%, 20% Moringa flour. Proximate tests (carbohydrate, protein, fat, fiber, water content, and ash content) of biscuits were performed using the AOAC method and conducted at the UKIM Nutrition Lab and Unpatti Chemistry Lab in August-September 2025. Data were analyzed descriptively and using a one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) test.Results: The results showed that the carbohydrate, protein, fat, fiber, ash, and water contents of the biscuits ranged from 58.34%-70.78 %, 6.71%-13.78%, 12.24%-13.78%, 1.42%-3.37%, 1.06%-1.65%, and 5.34%-14.27%. The carbohydrate content tended to decrease with the addition of Sardinella fimbriata flour and moringa. Protein, fiber, and ash contents increased, whereas water content fluctuated in each treatment. The average carbohydrate, protein, fat, fiber, ash, and water contents were 63.05%, 10.60%, 13.96%, 2.16%, 1.42%, and 10.85%, respectively. The ANOVA test showed that the formulation of sago flour, Sardinella fimbriata, and moringa had an effect on the proximate content of biscwith (p = 0.000 < α 0.05). Conclusion: The formulation of sago flour, Sardinella fimbriata, and moringa influenced the carbohydrate, protein, fat, fiber, water, and ash content of the biscuits.
The effect of carbohydrate loading on physical performance and adaptations in amateur sports enthusiasts: A systematic review Dewvi, Putu Ayu Savitri; Wulandari, Putu Ayu; Devi, Natasha Pradnya; Sumartini, Ni Ketut
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30867/gikes.v7i1.3080

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Background: Carbohydrate loading (CL) increases muscle glycogen reserves before intense physical activity. While CL has been shown to be beneficial for elite athletes, the metabolic capacity and activity duration of amateur and recreational athletes are variable. As sports nutrition guidelines for amateur athletes vary, especially regarding CL indications, duration, and dose, this variance has practical and therapeutic ramifications.Objectives: This study aimed to systematically review the effects of carbohydrate loading on the physical performance and adaptation of amateur sports enthusiasts.Methods: This systematic review was conducted following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. We searched PubMed, ScienceDirect, ProQuest, and Google Scholar for publications from 2005 to 2025. Experimental or randomized controlled trials of high-carbohydrate diets in non-elite athletes were included in this review. Two reviewers independently selected the articles, and a third reviewer resolved any disagreements. VO2max, time to exhaustion, race results, and metabolic responses were all recorded. The risk of bias and study quality were assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias 2.0 and the NIH Quality Assessment Tools.Results: Seven studies were included in the analysis. Five trials found that carbohydrate loading improved endurance and glucose stability and reduced fatigue. Events lasting > 90 min showed the greatest performance gains. Short-term and moderate-intensity activities had no meaningful impact on the two studies. These differences may have been caused by differences in training, glycogen storage, and diet.Conclusion: Carbohydrate loading improves endurance performance and metabolic efficiency, particularly during long-duration exercise. However, inter-individual heterogeneity emphasizes the need for tailored carbohydrate regimens to maximize athletic performance in endurance sports.
Potensi inhibisi enzim alfa-Amilase oleh cuka buah belimbing wuluh (Averrhoa Bilimbi L.) sebagai aktivitas antidiabetik in vitro Fatayati, Imma; Panjaitan, Febiola; Sungkawa, Hendra Budi; Indrawati, Ratih; Wahdaniah, Wahdaniah
Jurnal SAGO Gizi dan Kesehatan Vol 7, No 1 (2026): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30867/gikes.v7i1.2947

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Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a noncommunicable disease with a high prevalence worldwide. One management strategy for DM involves the control of postprandial glucose levels. Starfruit vinegar (Averrhoa bilimbi L.) is a fermented product containing acetic acid and secondary metabolites, particularly flavonoids, which have the potential to inhibit α-amylase activity, thereby helping to regulate postprandial glucose levels.Objectives: This study aimed to identify the antidiabetic activity of starfruit vinegar by inhibiting α-amylase enzyme activity.Methods: This study utilized an in vitro experimental design and was conducted at the Testing Laboratory of Poltekkes Kemenkes Pontianak from February to June 2025. The treatment groups comprised starfruit (Averrhoa bilimbi) vinegar at concentrations of 3000, 3500, 4000, 4500, and 5000 ppm, each with five replicates (25 samples). The positive control group was treated with acarbose (five samples). α-Amylase inhibitory activity was assessed using the Fuwa method and measured using a UV-Vis spectrophotometer at the maximum absorption wavelength. The IC50  values and statistical analysis were determined using a  linear regression test.Results: Both starfruit vinegar and acarbose significantly inhibited α-amylase, with a p-value of 0,008 (p< 0,05). The IC₅₀ value of starfruit vinegar was 2822 mg/ml, indicating very weak inhibitory activity. However, similar to the positive control, acarbose (2548.463 mg/ml) showed weak inhibitory activity.Conclusion: The significant p-value indicates that star fruit vinegar effectively inhibited α-amylase activity. The IC50 value, comparable to that of acarbose, suggests that star fruit vinegar has potential inhibitory activity similar to that of the positive control and may serve as a natural antidiabetic agent.
Pengaruh edukasi gizi dengan video animasi terhadap pengetahuan dan sikap gizi seimbang siswa tunarungu di SMPLB-B Surabaya Nirmalasari, Nisa Naila; Nur Afifah, Choirul Anna
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30867/gikes.v7i1.2640

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Background: Adolescence is a phase of significant physical change, making it important to meet nutritional needs. Malnutrition and overnutrition are problems encountered in deaf adolescents. The poor nutritional status of deaf children is caused by a lack of nutritional knowledge. Efforts that can be made include providing nutritional education with the aim of improving knowledge and attitudes related to balanced nutrition.Objectives: To determine the effect of nutrition education using animated videos on the knowledge and attitudes regarding balanced nutrition of deaf students at SMPLB-B Karya Mulia Surabaya.Methods: This study used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test post-test design without a control group. The population consisted of 23 students from SMPLB-B Karya Mulia Surabaya. The sample was selected using total sampling. Data were collected using knowledge questionnaires and attitude questionnaires. Data processing consists of editing, coding, scoring, and cleaning. Data analysis was performed using the Wilcoxon statistical test.Results: There was a significant effect on improving students knowledge and attitudes after providing nutrition education using animated videos (p=0.001). There is an increase in the average knowledge score of 25.65 and thereis an increase in the average attitude score of 6.52.Conclusion: There is an effect of animated video media as a nutrition education media related to balanced nutrition on the knowledge and attitudes of deaf students of SMPLB-B Karya Mulia Surabaya.
Formulation and nutritional evaluation of kepilor instant cereal (soybean sprout, plantain banana, and moringa leaves) as functional food for type 2 diabetes mellitus Palupi, Fitria Dhenok; Hapsari, Indri; Wattiheluw, Muhammad Hasan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30867/gikes.v7i1.3191

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Background:Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a global health problem with a continuously increasing prevalence and is strongly influenced by dietary patterns, particularly high energy intake, excessive simple sugars, and low fiber intake, which contribute to elevated postprandial glycemic responses. Effective management requires low-glycemic, nutrient-dense dietary interventions; however, commonly consumed processed foods, including instant cereals, often have high glycemic impacts. Therefore, the development of functional foods based on local ingredients such as plantain banana, soybean, and moringa leaves offers a promising strategy to support glycemic controlObjectives: This study aimed to formulate and evaluate an instant cereal based on plantain banana flour, soybean sprout flour, and moringa leaf flour (kepilor) that meets the dietary requirements for diabetes mellitus.Methods:  This study employed a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with three levels of plantain flour substitution (20%, 30%, and 40%), each conducted in triplicate. The parameters analyzed included organoleptic properties, yield, energy values, nutrient compositions, and energy densities. Nutrient composition was determined using standard methods (gravimetric, dry ashing, micro-Kjeldahl, Soxhlet, and carbohydrate by difference). Organoleptic evaluation was conducted using a 9-point hedonic scale with 30 semi-trained panelists, and the best treatment was determined using an effectiveness index test with 10 other trained panelists. Data were analyzed using ANOVA or Kruskal-Wallis test with p < 0.05Results:  The results showed that formulation variations did not significantly affect protein, fat, carbohydrate, and fiber contents (p>0.05), with values ranging from 5.57–5.65 g, 2.83–2.90 g, 17.92–18.12 g, and 0.21–0.29 g per serving, respectively. However, significant differences were observed in total energy (119.40–120.63 kcal), energy density (0.597–0.603 kcal/mL), and taste (p<0.05), with taste being the only sensory attribute significantly affected by formulation. The formulation containing 30% plantain banana flour (T2) was identified as the best treatment, providing 120.63 kcal per serving, 5.65 g protein, 2.90 g fat, 17.98 g carbohydrates, 0.29 g fiber, and an energy density of 0.603 kcal/mLConclusion: In conclusion, kepilor instant cereal has potential as a low-energy-density functional snack suitable for the dietary management of individuals with diabetes mellitus.
Comparative immunohistochemical expression of α-smooth muscle actin in pediatric indirect inguinal hernia and hydrocele Nugraha, Anshari Dwi; Fikri, Erjan; Delyuzar, Delyuzar
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30867/gikes.v7i1.3189

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Background: Indirect inguinal hernia and hydrocele, with reported incidences of up to 4% and 0.0034%, respectively, are consequences of incomplete obliteration of the processus vaginalis. Although both conditions share a similar embryological origin, the molecular mechanisms driving their distinct clinical presentations remain unclear. Alpha-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA) is a widely used marker of myofibroblast activity and tissue remodeling. This study aimed to compare the expression of α-SMA in the processus vaginalis tissue of pediatric patients with indirect inguinal hernia and hydrocele.Methods: An observational analytical study with a cross-sectional approach was conducted at the H. Adam Malik General Hospital between January and June 2025. Processus vaginalis tissues were collected from 50 male pediatric patients (25 hernia and 25 hydrocele cases). The expression of α-SMA was evaluated through semi-quantitative immunohistochemical analysis, assessing both staining intensity and distribution. Data were analyzed using the chi-square test, and p < 0.05 was considered statistically significant.Results: A total of 50 patients were enrolled in the study, with a mean age of 3.98 ± 3.78 y. Statistical analysis revealed a highly significant difference in α-SMA expression between the two groups (p < 0.001). Strong α-SMA expression was observed in 96% of the indirect inguinal hernia group, whereas 96% of the hydrocele group exhibited weak expression (OR 576; 95% CI 34.0–9751.0; p < 0.001). The magnitude of this association indicates a strong relationship between clinical diagnosis and α-SMA expression.Conclusion:α-SMA expression differed significantly between indirect inguinal hernias and hydroceles, with a strong expression predominating in hernia specimens. These findings support an association between indirect inguinal hernias and increased α-SMA–positive stromal elements in the processus vaginalis.
Hubungan lingkar leher dan skor gaya hidup dengan tekanan darah sistolik pada guru SMP Negeri di Kabupaten Bojonegoro Mayangsarie, Adhiestya; Handayani, Selfi; Lestari, Anik
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30867/gikes.v7i1.3072

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Background: In Indonesia, civil servants have the highest prevalence of hypertension (36.9%), with teachers included as a high-risk population. High blood pressure is influenced by anthropometric factors, including neck circumference as an indicator of upper body adiposity, as well as lifestyle factors affecting systolic blood pressure. However, studies examining these factors among teachers are scarce.Objective: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between neck circumference, lifestyle score, and systolic blood pressure in junior high school teachers in Bojonegoro Regency.Methods: An analytical observational study with a cross-sectional design was conducted. Eight public junior high schools were selected using cluster random sampling, followed by convenience sampling of 320 teachers from these schools. Neck circumference was measured using a tape with 0.1 cm accuracy, lifestyle score was assessed via a questionnaire, and systolic blood pressure was measured using a digital sphygmomanometer. Data were analyzed using multiple linear regression without adjusting for confounding variables.Results: Neck circumference was positively and significantly associated with systolic blood pressure (p < 0.001), whereas lifestyle showed no significant association (p = 0.402). The model explained 22.8% of the variability in the systolic blood pressure (R² = 0.228). The mean systolic blood pressure was 131.80 ± 18.71 mmHg.Conclusion: Neck circumference was significantly associated with systolic blood pressure, whereas lifestyle factors did not have a direct effect.
Hubungan status gizi, konsumsi fast food, tingkat stres dengan kejadian hipertensi di Kota Bengkulu Maria, Sela; Yuliantini, Emy; Kamsiah, Kamsiah
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30867/gikes.v7i1.2740

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Background: This study was motivated by the high incidence of hypertension in the Pasar Ikan Health Center area of Bengkulu City. Lifestyle changes, such as increased fast-food consumption and high stress levels, are suspected to be the main risk factors contributing to the incidence of hypertension in the local community.Objectives: This study aimed to determine the relationship between nutritional status, fast-food consumption, stress levels, and the incidence of hypertension at the Pasar Ikan Community Health Center in Bengkulu City in 2025.Methods: An observational study with a cross-sectional design was conducted at the Fish Market Health Center in Bengkulu City from April to May 2025. The sample calculation results were obtained using accidental sampling of visitors aged 20–45 years, and 84 respondents who met the criteria were selected. Data were collected through nutritional status measurements, completion of questionnaires using the Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) and Perceived Stress Scale-10 (PSS-10), and statistical analysis using the chi-square test.Results: Most respondents were aged 36–45 years (83.3% female and 16.7% male). Based on the results of statistical testing, nutritional status and fast-food consumption were not significantly associated with the incidence of hypertension, as indicated by p-values of 0.262 (nutritional status), 0.498 (fast food), and 0.001 (stress level), respectively. A relationship between stress levels and the incidence of hypertension in the working population of the Pasar Ikan Community Health Center, Bengkulu City was identified (p = 0.001).Conclusion: Nutritional status and fast food consumption were not associated with hypertension. However, stress levels were associated with hypertension in the Pasar Ikan Community Health Center in Bengkulu City.
Tinjauan literatur sistematis: Dampak inisiasi menyusui dini (IMD) terhadap pola menyusui dan kesehatan bayi Putri, Audry Maharani Agustine; Rahmiwati, Anita; Idris, Haerawati
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Background: Breast milk is the main source of nutrition for infants, and early initiation of breastfeeding within the first hour after birth plays an important role in supporting the success of exclusive breastfeeding. Despite being recommended by the World Health Organization, early initiation of breastfeeding (EIB) coverage in Indonesia remains low. The 2023 Indonesian Health Survey noted that only 45.1% of infants received EIB, which is influenced by a lack of education, medical interventions during delivery, and unsupportive health facility policies. This highlights the importance of further examining the impact of IMD on breastfeeding success and overall infant health.Objectives: This article aims to to explore the impact of EIBF on breastfeeding patterns and infant health.Methods: This study is a literature review that uses a systematic approach with searches on Google Scholar and the PubMed database using the keywords ‘early initiation of breastfeeding’, ‘exclusive breastfeeding’, and ‘breastfeeding patterns’ (2020–2025). Article selection followed the PRISMA guidelines, starting with identification of 550 initial articles, followed by screening based on tittles and abstracts, resulting in 258 articles. The eligibility evaluation stage excluded 66 articles that could not be included in the criteria, resulting in six final articles for review. Results: Early initiation of breastfeeding is important for the success of exclusive breastfeeding and infant health. EIB increases maternal confidence, reduces early interventions, such as the use of formula, and stimulates the suckling reflex during the sensitive first 2 hours after birth. In addition, EIB supports milk production through the stimulation of the hormones prolactin and oxytocin. Skin contact during EIB helps maintain the baby's body temperature and prevents hypothermia. In addition to these physiological benefits, EIB strengthens the emotional bond between mothers and babies, which contributes to the long-term success of breastfeeding.Conclusion: EIBF provides significant benefits for infant health and development while supporting successful breastfeeding.