"Isi Piringku” (IP) is a 2017 campaign about Indonesian Balanced Nutrition Guideline, replacing the well-known 1952 slogan called “4 Sehat 5 Sempurna.” Aside from unfamiliarity with IP, young people (26.46% of Indonesia’s population) should be prioritized because: (1) they retain and spread their developed behavior, (2) their nutritional status affects offspring’s health, (3) urban…
Considering the heart-health claim of soy authorized by the FDA, awareness and/or intervention programs involving soy foods could be developed as a potential strategy to overcome the increasing prevalence of CHD incidences in Indonesia. However, such an attempt would not be successful if the society has low levels of knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) towards soy foods and its potential he…
Vitamins and minerals are essential micronutrients required in minimal amounts by the human body. To meet the nutrient requirement, some people might need to enhance their micronutrients intake by taking supplements. However, supplements are not intended to replace a balanced diet. Nowadays, the awareness of living a healthy lifestyle is increasing. Especially during COVID-19 pandemic, peop…
Indonesia has a rich variety of indigenous traditional fermented foods that are spread throughout all regions of the country. However, the strikes of fast foods and the rapid flow of globalization could potentially lead to the degradation of interest towards Indonesian traditional fermented foods (ITFF), especially for the young adults. To develop well-tailored approaches for the need of co…
In The $10 Trillion Prize, bestselling author Michael J. Silverstein and his The Boston Consulting Group colleagues in China and India provide the first comprehensive profile of the emerging middle class, primed to transform the global marketplace. Already the world’s biggest buyers of cars, mobile phones, appliances, and more, these consumers are eager for more products and services. In fact…