Gambaran Pengetahuan Gizi Masyarakat Di Desa Gongsol Kecamatan Merdeka Kabupaten Karo

Abstract

Community nutrition knowledge plays an important role in determining the quality of health and welfare of the population. This study aims to describe the level of community nutrition knowledge in Gongsol Village, Merdeka Sub-district, Karo Regency. The research was conducted using a quantitative descriptive method through a questionnaire survey. This research was conducted in Gongsol Village, Merdeka District, Karo Regency which was carried out in May 2024. The population in this study were all people in Gongsol Village, Merdeka District, Karo Regency, the number of samples in this study were 50 respondents. The instrument used in data collection in this study used a questionnaire. Data analysis using descriptive univariate analysis. The results showed that the majority of respondents in Gongsol Village had good knowledge about nutrition, including the importance of balanced food consumption, the function of protein and carbohydrates, and healthy eating behavior. However, most still lack awareness that media or advertising is not an accurate source in assessing good and bad foods, as it focuses more on product promotion rather than providing objective information. It is important to improve nutrition education through extension programs and media literacy, so that people can distinguish objective nutrition information from advertising promotions.