Public perception toward local food and macronutrient: Content of Kaledo.

OBJECTIVE: Kaledo is a well-known traditional food in Central Sulawesi. This research is aiming to explore the perception of the local community about the status of Kaledo in their life and to analyze its proximate level. METHODS: This study is a descriptive study using a mixed-method (qualitative and laboratory test). The data collected from leaders and the general public with 40 communities and 9 traditional leaders in Palu City, Central Sulawesi with an in-depth interview. The sample was taken purposively. A laboratory test was applied for proximate analysis with Duplo techniques or two repetitions. RESULT: The results study reveals that the community considers Kaledo is not a dietary food. The Kaili tribe pretends Kaledo as a special food that can only be consumed at certain times. The energy in one portion of Kaledo is approximately 429.96kcal and has fulfilled 19-22.6% Nutritional adequacy rate energy for women and 15-18% energy for men. CONCLUSION: Kaledo which has high energy content is very appropriate if not consumed every day.

Community beliefs toward causes of illness: cross cultural studies in Tolotang and Ammatoa Ethnics in Indonesia.

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to compare community beliefs regarding causes of illness and preventive actions of two minority ethnic groups in Indonesia. METHOD: A qualitative design with an ethnographic and phenomenological approach with a total of 18 participants. RESULT: The Ammatoa Kajang and Towani Tolotang do believe that many factors determine health status. Both ethnics keep the faith that fail to follow tribe's rules and disobedience to their customs and values inherited from their ancestors will affect their health. The most significant similarity is the way they respect their community leader and traditions. Although both ethnics believe that disease caused by evil spirits, they have a different perspective on disease prevention. While Ammatoa Kajang emphasis more on adherence to Ammatoa's instructions, Towani Tolotang perceives that they should maintain good relations and perform self-control. CONCLUSION: There is a need to develop health policies and programs for indigenous community without compromising preserved cultural values.

Risk factors preparation of stroke incidence in health institution employees who check up at the Health Service EXPO Event Indonesia.

OBJECTIVE: To identify the risk factor of Stroke in health institution employees. METHOD: The research design was cross-sectional with 107 people who participated in this survey using purposive sampling method. RESULTS: The relationship between family history with the incidence of stroke obtained p value (p<0.05), the relationship between smoking habits with the incidence of stroke p value=0.012 (p<0.05), the relationship between lack of physical activity with the incidence of stroke obtained p=0.476 (p> 0.05), lack of consumption of fruits and vegetables obtained a value of p=0.091 (p>0.05) and alcohol consumption with the incidence of stroke obtained a value of p=0.616 (p> 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: Relationship between family history, smoking habits with the incidence of stroke.

Community beliefs toward causes of illness: cross cultural studies in Tolotang and Ammatoa Ethnics in Indonesia

Objective: This study aimed to compare community beliefs regarding causes of illness and preventive actions of two minority ethnic groups in Indonesia. Method: A qualitative design with an ethnographic and phenomenological approach with a total of 18 participants. Result: The Ammatoa Kajang and Towani Tolotang do believe that many factors determine health status. Both ethnics keep the faith that fail to follow tribe's rules and disobedience to their customs and values inherited from their ancestors will affect their health. The most significant similarity is the way they respect their community leader and traditions. Although both ethnics believe that disease caused by evil spirits, they have a different perspective on disease prevention. While Ammatoa Kajang emphasis more on adherence to Ammatoa's instructions, Towani Tolotang perceives that they should maintain good relations and perform self-control. Conclusion: There is a need to develop health policies and programs for indigenous community without compromising preserved cultural values. (AU)

Risk factors preparation of stroke incidence in health institution employees who check up at the Health Service EXPO Event Indonesia

Objective: To identify the risk factor of Stroke in health institution employees. Method: The research design was cross-sectional with 107 people who participated in this survey using purposive sampling method. Results: The relationship between family history with the incidence of stroke obtained p value (p < 0.05), the relationship between smoking habits with the incidence of stroke p value = 0.012 (p < 0.05), the relationship between lack of physical activity with the incidence of stroke obtained p = 0.476 (p > 0.05), lack of consumption of fruits and vegetables obtained a value of p = 0.091 (p > 0.05) and alcohol consumption with the incidence of stroke obtained a value of p = 0.616 (p > 0.05). Conclusions: Relationship between family history, smoking habits with the incidence of stroke. (AU)

Public perception toward local food and macronutrient: Content of Kaledo

Objective: Kaledo is a well-known traditional food in Central Sulawesi. This research is aiming to explore the perception of the local community about the status of Kaledo in their life and to analyze its proximate level. Methods: This study is a descriptive study using a mixed-method (qualitative and laboratory test). The data collected from leaders and the general public with 40 communities and 9 traditional leaders in Palu City, Central Sulawesi with an in-depth interview. The sample was taken purposively. A laboratory test was applied for proximate analysis with Duplo techniques or two repetitions. Result: The results study reveals that the community considers Kaledo is not a dietary food. The Kaili tribe pretends Kaledo as a special food that can only be consumed at certain times. The energy in one portion of Kaledo is approximately 429.96 kcal and has fulfilled 19–22.6% Nutritional adequacy rate energy for women and 15–18% energy for men. Conclusion: Kaledo which has high energy content is very appropriate if not consumed every day. (AU)