Edukasi Makanan Bergizi Dalam Pencegahan Stunting Pada Siswa dan Orang Tua di SDN 69 Kota Banda Aceh

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Introduction: Stunting is one of the growing health issues commonly found in developing countries, including Indonesia. Balanced nutritious food is a key factor in supporting the physical and cognitive development of students at SDN 69 Kota Banda Aceh. Objective: increase insight and increase awareness of students and parents about the concept of "Fill My Plate" and the importance of consuming nutritious food as an effort to prevent stunting Method: This program was attended by 83 students from grades 4 to 6 along with their parents. The series of activities included a preliminary survey, nutritional status assessment, and interactive educational sessions designed using lectures, video presentations, educational games, and a live demonstration of the "Isi Piringku" meal concept. Result: The conducted outreach program positively contributed to enhancing the knowledge of students and parents regarding stunting prevention efforts. The "Isi Piringku" food presentation demonstration actively engaged participants and provided practical understanding of the concept of balanced nutrition. However, the implementation of this activity also faced challenges, particularly due to varying levels of comprehension caused by age differences, which affected the younger participants' ability to absorb information. Conclusion: structured and comprehensive nutrition education significantly improved the knowledge of students, parents, and school staff regarding the importance of healthy eating habits to prevent stunting. Furthermore, the involvement of external parties such as UNICEF strengthened the sustainability and validity of the activity. The outcomes of this service indicate that a cross-sectoral and collaborative approach is essential in reducing stunting rates and providing practical, applicable knowledge to the community.