Nutrition Conscious Family Behavior (Kadarzi) Javanese Community With Family Members Of Diabetes Mellitus In Dusun II East Tanjung Gusta Village Working Area Muliorejo Puskesmas, Sunggal District
Introduction
In recent years, the importance of nutrition has become increasingly recognized as a crucial factor in maintaining good health, particularly for individuals suffering from chronic diseases such as diabetes mellitus. The concept of Kadarzi, or nutrition aware family, has emerged as a vital approach to promoting healthy eating habits and lifestyles within families. This study aims to explore the behavior of the Javanese community in East II Hamlet of Tanjung Gusta Village, who have family members with diabetes mellitus, and examine the impact of Kadarzi on their health and well-being.
Background
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease that affects millions of people worldwide, with a significant proportion of cases occurring in Indonesia. The disease is characterized by high blood sugar levels, which can lead to serious complications if left untreated or poorly managed. Nutrition plays a critical role in the management of diabetes, as a balanced diet can help regulate blood sugar levels and prevent complications. However, many families in Indonesia lack the knowledge and understanding of the importance of nutrition in managing diabetes.
Methodology
This study employed a descriptive research design, involving 70 respondents from families with members suffering from diabetes mellitus. The study was conducted from September 2019 to June 2020, using a questionnaire consisting of 15 questions about knowledge, 12 questions about attitudes, and 13 statements related to family nutritional actions. The questionnaire was designed to assess the respondents' level of knowledge, attitudes, and actions related to nutrition and Kadarzi.
Results
The results of this study showed that the majority of families (82.9%) had a good level of knowledge about nutrition, while 17.1% had sufficient knowledge. In terms of attitude, most families (97.1%) showed a positive attitude towards the behavior of Kadarzi, while 2.9% had sufficient attitudes. Actions related to nutrition also showed positive results, with 81.4% of families carrying out good actions and 18.6% taking sufficient actions.
Discussion
The results of this study suggest that knowledge, attitudes, and family actions greatly affect the application of Kadarzi in everyday life. Good knowledge will help families make the right decisions related to eating patterns and healthcare for family members suffering from diabetes. A positive attitude towards nutrition will also motivate the family to be more active in maintaining health through the selection of appropriate food and the application of a healthy lifestyle.
The importance of this research lies not only in data collection but also in the application of Kadarzi in everyday life. Families who realize the importance of nutrition have more ability to recognize, prevent, and overcome nutritional problems. With the application of a healthy and nutritious diet, it is expected to prevent serious complications that often occur in people with diabetes mellitus.
Conclusion
The results of this study provide valuable insights into the behavior of the Javanese community in East II Hamlet of Tanjung Gusta Village, who have family members with diabetes mellitus. The study highlights the importance of Kadarzi in promoting healthy eating habits and lifestyles within families. The findings of this study can serve as a reference for related parties, including health workers and the local government, to conduct education and socialization about Kadarzi. This is crucial in improving the quality of life of people with diabetes mellitus and preventing various other diseases that have the potential to arise due to lack of understanding of the importance of balanced nutrition in the family.
Recommendations
Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made:
- Education and Socialization: Health workers and the local government should conduct education and socialization about Kadarzi to raise awareness about the importance of nutrition in managing diabetes.
- Nutrition Counseling: Families with members suffering from diabetes mellitus should receive nutrition counseling to help them make informed decisions about their eating patterns and healthcare.
- Healthy Lifestyle: Families should be encouraged to adopt a healthy lifestyle, including regular physical activity and a balanced diet, to prevent complications associated with diabetes mellitus.
- Community-Based Intervention: Community-based interventions should be implemented to promote Kadarzi behavior and improve the quality of life of people with diabetes mellitus.
Q: What is Kadarzi?
A: Kadarzi, or nutrition aware family, is a concept that refers to families who carry out balanced nutritional patterns and understand the importance of nutrition for the health of their family members.
Q: Why is Kadarzi important for families with members suffering from diabetes mellitus?
A: Kadarzi is crucial for families with members suffering from diabetes mellitus because it helps them make informed decisions about their eating patterns and healthcare. A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle can help regulate blood sugar levels and prevent complications associated with diabetes mellitus.
Q: What are the benefits of Kadarzi for families with members suffering from diabetes mellitus?
A: The benefits of Kadarzi for families with members suffering from diabetes mellitus include:
- Improved knowledge and understanding of nutrition and its role in managing diabetes
- Positive attitudes towards healthy eating habits and lifestyles
- Increased ability to recognize, prevent, and overcome nutritional problems
- Reduced risk of complications associated with diabetes mellitus
Q: How can families with members suffering from diabetes mellitus apply Kadarzi in their daily lives?
A: Families with members suffering from diabetes mellitus can apply Kadarzi in their daily lives by:
- Making informed decisions about their eating patterns and healthcare
- Adopting a healthy lifestyle, including regular physical activity and a balanced diet
- Seeking nutrition counseling and education to improve their knowledge and understanding of nutrition
- Encouraging their family members to adopt healthy habits and lifestyles
Q: What role can health workers and the local government play in promoting Kadarzi?
A: Health workers and the local government can play a crucial role in promoting Kadarzi by:
- Conducting education and socialization about Kadarzi to raise awareness about the importance of nutrition in managing diabetes
- Providing nutrition counseling and education to families with members suffering from diabetes mellitus
- Implementing community-based interventions to promote Kadarzi behavior and improve the quality of life of people with diabetes mellitus
Q: What are the potential challenges and limitations of promoting Kadarzi in the Javanese community?
A: The potential challenges and limitations of promoting Kadarzi in the Javanese community include:
- Limited access to education and socialization about Kadarzi
- Limited availability of nutrition counseling and education services
- Limited awareness and understanding of the importance of nutrition in managing diabetes
- Limited resources and funding to implement community-based interventions
Q: How can the community overcome these challenges and limitations?
A: The community can overcome these challenges and limitations by:
- Increasing awareness and understanding of the importance of nutrition in managing diabetes
- Improving access to education and socialization about Kadarzi
- Increasing availability of nutrition counseling and education services
- Increasing resources and funding to implement community-based interventions
By addressing these challenges and limitations, the community can promote Kadarzi behavior and improve the quality of life of people with diabetes mellitus.