Stunting Prevention Through Promoting Fish Consumption

Abstract

Implementation of Malang Regent's Regulation Number 33 of 2018 Concerning Stunting Prevention Efforts with the Fish-Eating Socialization Movement is an effort by the Malang District Government through the Fisheries Service to educate the public on the benefits and significance of consuming fish and increase the Fish Consumption Rate in Malang Regency. This study seeks to increase fish consumption in the community, particularly among those suffering from stunting, and to determine the Malang Regency government's strategy for educating the public about the benefits and significance of consuming fish. The researchers employ qualitative research methods. The research was conducted in Sananrejo Village, Turen District, Malang Regency, with data collection techniques including observation, documentation, interviews, and the distribution of questionnaires to pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers participating in the Integrated healthcare center village of Sananrejo Village, Turen District, in order to determine how much they know about the nutrition contained in fish. The findings of this study indicate that a high intake of fish will reduce the incidence of stunting because fish is a rich source of protein and Omega 3, both of which are essential for the growth and development of children. To support the priority program for addressing stunting, you can begin ingesting fish in a variety of fish-based processed diets at an early age.