Menopause is a natural phase experienced by every woman, a reproduction process characterized by the end of the fertile period of a woman because the ovaries are no longer produce estrogen and progesterone, and may cause menopausal complaints which are referred to as menopausal syndrome. Problems or changes experienced by menopause women may lead to a crisis that will affect the quality of life…
Despite the essential benefit of early initiation of breastfeeding and exclusive breast feeding during the first six months, the practice was still low. Health services and personnel play important role have not optimal yet in breast feeding. The aim of this study was to review the provision of health services and it’s utilization related to early breastfeeding initiation and exclusive br…
Cervical cancer incidence in Indonesia was continues to increase and the majority of sufferers are detected at an terminal stage. It can be prevented and detected early if womens have a good knowledge and awareness of early detection. The aims of analysis is to assess the knowledge of risk factors, behaviors and early detection of cervical cancer in women with VIA at the District Central Bo…
The number and type of pesticides used by households continues to increase. As it is intended to control pests, almost all pesticides are toxic. The use and improper storage can increase the risk of exposure and may ultimately lead to health hazards. The study aims to find out about the management of pesticide use in households. This study was conducted in four cities/districts…
Induced Pluripotent Stemcell (iPS) are adult cells which the genetic information in the nucleus of those cells being reprogrammed (reprogram) by inserting exogenous pluripotential genes. The exogenous gene transduction is using vectors, such as lentivirus, retrovirus, or adenovirus, which suppressed the gene expression of the original cells, so they will express the transduced exogenous gene. V…
Many studies on metabolic syndrome (MetS) in Indonesia were conducted but the study on female workers was scarce. The aim of this study was to obtain the proportion of MetS and its risk factors. Study design was cross-sectional and a number of 59 female workers aged 25-49 years at garmen factory in Bogor, West Java was pregnant or breastfeed women participated in this study. Collected data …
The purpose of this study was to determine food consumption patterns, eating habits, and its effect on the density of nutrient intake in Kasepuhan Ciptagelar a traditional village community in West Java. Cross–sectional design was implied for this study. A total of 65 eligible households participated in the study. Household’s food consumption data which were used to calculate nutrient d…
Age under of five years is an important period in child. At this period a child has a pattern of rapid growth and development. One aspect to measure development is child motoric ability wich is affected by a number of factors including nutritional status. The aim of the study was to measure the association between nutritional status and delay of motoric developmet. Participants of the study…
One of the main risk factor for atherosclerosis is hypercholesterolemia as measured by elevated LDL cholesterol level. Life style change by lack of fruits and vegetables consumption considered a risk to increased cholesterol level. Intake of dietary fiber provide many health benefits. Dietary fiber intake may reduced the risk for the occurrence of various diseases, such as coronary heart diseas…
Iodine is an essential micronutrient for thyroid hormone function. The government has implemented mandatory salt iodization to control iodine deficiency disorder (IDD). Spirulina is a microalgae contaiing 94,5μg/g iodine (60 percent RDI of iodine in adult woman), which can be used as alternative source of natural iodine. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of spirulina supple…