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Unified Health Critical Research
Published by Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar
ISSN : 31090486     EISSN : 31090478     DOI : https://doi.org/10.24252/ucr
Core Subject : Health, Social,
Environmental Science Health Professions Public Health
Unified Health Critical Research (ISSN 3109-0486 for print and ISSN 3109-0478 for online) is a peer-reviewed journal published by Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin since 2024. This journal is published biannually, in February and August. Unihealth Critical Research focuses on various aspects of public health, including health policy, health promotion, epidemiology, environmental health, maternal and child health, and disease prevention at the population level. The journal aims to present cutting-edge research, innovations, and the latest scientific findings in public health, grounded in evidence-based approaches and aligned with humanitarian values and health ethics. The journal welcomes original research articles, review papers, and case studies. It serves as a platform for researchers, academics, public health practitioners, policymakers, and professionals involved in managing and delivering public health services, as well as those dedicated to disease prevention and enhancing community well-being.
Arjuna Subject : Kedokteran - Kesehatan Masyarakat, Kesehatan Lingkungan dan Pekerjaan
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Pumpkin Seeds (Cucurbita moschata) as a Sustainable Anthelmintic and Nutritional Intervention for Helminthiasis: A Literature Synthesis Alam, Syamsul
Unihealth Community Research Vol 1 No 2 (2025): March-August
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24252/ucr.v1i2.60682

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Helminthiasis remains a major public health issue in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in low- and middle-income countries such as Indonesia. Soil-transmitted helminths (Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura, Necator americanus) contribute to malnutrition, anemia, stunting, and impaired cognitive development in children. While mass preventive drug administration (MPAD) with synthetic anthelmintics is effective, concerns about drug resistance highlight the need for alternative approaches. Pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita moschata), rich in cucurbitine and other nutrients, offer potential as a sustainable functional food with anthelmintic properties. This literature review (2013–2023) analyzed in vitro, in vivo, and clinical studies from multiple countries, showing significant reductions in worm counts and egg outputs across various species, including A. lumbricoides, T. trichiura, Hymenolepis nana, Haemonchus contortus, and Clonorchis sinensis. Cucurbitine exerts neuromuscular paralysis on worms, while compounds such as flavonoids, phytosterols, and zinc improve hematological and nutritional status. Optimal effects occurred at doses ≥300 mg/kg extract or 20 g/day powder, with praziquantel co-administration enhancing efficacy to 90%. C. moschata demonstrates dual benefits as a natural anthelmintic and nutritional intervention, supporting its integration into helminthiasis control strategies alongside MPAD, sanitation, and nutrition programs. Further large-scale trials are needed to confirm efficacy and establish standardized protocols.
Effectiveness of the Implementation of the BGN Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) Program on the Nutritional Status of Junior High School Students in Makassar, Indonesia Alam, Syamsul; Nurfatmi, Rezki
Unihealth Community Research Vol 1 No 2 (2025): March-August
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24252/ucr.v1i2.60683

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Adolescent nutrition is a key determinant of health and human capital, yet in Indonesia, unbalanced diets and inadequate food quality continue to contribute to undernutrition among adolescents. This study aimed to assess the nutritional status and dietary intake of junior high school students participating in a free nutritious meal program implemented through the Satuan Pelayanan Pemenuhan Gizi (SPPG) by the National Nutrition Agency (Badan Gizi Nasional, BGN). A descriptive quantitative study was conducted at SMP Negeri 23 Makassar on May 7, 2025, involving 50 purposively selected students. Data collection included anthropometric measurements—body weight, height, and mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC)—and dietary assessment using a Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ). BMI-for-age was classified according to WHO standards. Data analysis applied Chi-square and simple linear regression to examine the association between dietary intake and BMI. Results showed that 38% of students were underweight, 48% had normal nutritional status, and the remainder were overweight or obese. Sex significantly affected BMI (p = 0.020), with females having higher mean BMI than males, while dietary intake category showed no significant association (R² = 0.006; p = 0.588). The SPPG program improved dietary patterns but requires integration with sustained nutrition education, active parental involvement, and regular monitoring to ensure long-term impact.

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