Purwati Purwati

LEMAK BUKAN MUSUH: EDUKASI GIZI ANAK DAN REMAJA TENTANG LEMAK SEHAT FAT IS NOT THE ENEMY: NUTRITIONAL EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS ABOUT HEALTHY FATS

Introduction

Lemak bukan musuh: edukasi gizi anak dan remaja tentang lemak sehat fat is not the enemy: nutritional education for children and adolescents about healthy fats. Pelajari pentingnya lemak sehat untuk anak & remaja! Edukasi gizi interaktif di SMPN 95 Jakarta Utara mengatasi miskonsepsi & meningkatkan literasi nutrisi untuk pertumbuhan optimal.

Abstract

AbstrakPersepsi yang keliru tentang lemak sebagai komponen nutrisi yang harus dihindari masih banyak ditemukan pada anak dan remaja. Tujuan dari kegiatan ini adalah memberikan edukasi gizi kepada anak dan remaja tentang pentingnya lemak sehat dalam pola makan sehari-hari. Kegiatan edukasi dilaksanakan di SMPN 95 Jakarta Utara dengan sasaran siswa kelas VII. Metode yang digunakan adalah edukasi interaktif melalui pemaparan materi, diskusi, dan evaluasi menggunakan pre-test dan post-test. Materi yang disampaikan meliputi pengertian lemak, jenis-jenis lemak, peran lemak dalam tumbuh kembang, serta sumber makanan yang mengandung lemak sehat. Hasil pre-test menunjukkan bahwa mayoritas peserta memiliki persepsi negatif tentang lemak dan kurang memahami peran penting lemak sehat bagi tubuh. Setelah edukasi, terjadi peningkatan signifikan pada hasil post-test, dengan peserta mampu membedakan jenis lemak sehat dan tidak sehat serta memahami fungsi vital lemak dalam pertumbuhan dan perkembangan. Kegiatan ini berhasil meningkatkan literasi gizi peserta dan mengubah persepsi negatif terhadap lemak menjadi pemahaman yang lebih seimbang. Direkomendasikan agar edukasi gizi sejenis dilakukan secara berkelanjutan dengan metode yang lebih beragam untuk memperluas dampak positifnya.Kata Kunci: edukasi gizi, lemak sehat, literasi gizi, remaja, anak-anak Abstract Misconceptions about fat as a nutritional component that should be avoided are still commonly found among children and adolescents. The purpose of this activity was to provide nutritional education to children and adolescents about the importance of healthy fats in their daily diet. The educational activity was conducted at SMPN 95 North Jakarta with seventh-grade students as the target audience. The method used was interactive education through material presentation, discussion, and evaluation using pre-test and post-test. The material covered included the definition of fat, types of fat, the role of fat in growth and development, and food sources containing healthy fats. Pre-test results showed that the majority of participants had negative perceptions about fat and lacked understanding of the important role of healthy fats for the body. After the education, there was a significant improvement in the post-test results, with participants able to distinguish between healthy and unhealthy types of fat and understand the vital function of fat in growth and development. This activity successfully increased the participants' nutritional literacy and changed negative perceptions of fat into more balanced understanding. It is recommended that similar nutrition education be conducted continuously with more diverse methods to expand its positive impact.Keywords: nutrition education, healthy fats, nutrition literacy, adolescents, children

Review

This paper, titled "FAT IS NOT THE ENEMY: NUTRITIONAL EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS ABOUT HEALTHY FATS," addresses a highly pertinent issue regarding common misconceptions about dietary fat among young populations. The abstract clearly outlines a crucial problem: the prevalent negative perception of fat as a nutrient to be entirely avoided. By focusing on educating children and adolescents about the importance of healthy fats, the study tackles a significant gap in nutritional literacy that can have long-term implications for dietary habits and overall health. The clear objective to provide targeted nutritional education aligns well with public health goals, making this an important and timely intervention. The methodology employed, an interactive educational approach delivered to seventh-grade students at SMPN 95 North Jakarta, appears appropriate for the target audience. The use of pre-test and post-test evaluations provides a robust measure of the intervention's immediate impact. The abstract details the comprehensive content covered, including definitions, types, roles in growth, and food sources of healthy fats. The results are compelling, indicating a significant improvement in participants' understanding and ability to differentiate between healthy and unhealthy fats, and a shift from negative perceptions to a more balanced understanding. This demonstrates the effectiveness of the interactive education in enhancing nutritional literacy. Overall, this activity successfully achieved its stated objective of improving the participants' knowledge and perception of healthy fats. The clear positive change observed between pre- and post-test results highlights the value of such direct educational interventions. A key strength lies in its practical application and measurable outcomes, demonstrating a tangible impact on nutritional understanding. The recommendation for continuous education with more diverse methods is a valuable insight, suggesting pathways for broader and sustained impact beyond a single intervention. This work contributes meaningfully to the field of community nutrition and underscores the importance of targeted, age-appropriate education in fostering healthier dietary attitudes among youth.

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