TY - M-10048
AU - Putri, Adhityani
TI - Challenges and novel approaches to addressing slenderness and malnutrition in Indonesia.
T2 - Scientific Research Journal of Medical and Health Science

PY - 2023
VL - 1
IS - 2
SN - 2584-1521

AB - Improved healthcare, including nutritional assistance, is associated with a higher nationwide average height, as genes, diet, and other factors all shape a population's mean height. Taller individuals generally exhibit better overall health and cognitive abilities. To raise the average height of a country, it is crucial to prioritize the at-risk population, particularly children and teenagers, as stunting, characterized by low height and severe malnutrition, can lead to cognitive deficits and potential health risks. Programs aimed at reducing stunting rates should target a more significant number of people and consider variables such as educating mothers. Indonesia has prioritized healthcare improvement and the eradication of stunting, requiring affordable supplementary meals to ensure long-term nutrient intake for the at-risk population.

KW - : slenderness
KW -  malnutrition
KW -  supplementary meals
KW -  novel approaches
KW -  healthcare system
KW -  high risk
KW -  nutrition throughout life
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