DISTRIBUTION OF HEALTHY FOOD IN INCREASING THE NUTRITIONAL INTAKE OF CHILDREN IN STATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 014. KAMPAR LEFT CENTRAL DISTRICT, KAMPAR DISTRICT

Abstract

This community service aims to improve the nutritional status of students and children's health conditions, in addition to encouraging changes in healthier and more sustainable food consumption behavior This activity was held on October 20, 2024 at SD Negeri 014 Kec. The implementation of activities includes (1) opening and remarks, (2) balanced nutrition counseling and introduction to healthy food, (3) quizzes and educational games, (4) distribution of healthy food, and (5) reflection and documentation of activities, this service activity has succeeded in reaching various important aspects in nutrition education for elementary school children: ranging from increasing knowledge, changing attitudes towards food, teacher involvement, to support the school environment. This is the first step in building healthy eating habits in a sustainable manner for SD Negeri 014 Penghidupan students. This activity also provides social benefits, such as strengthening the relationship between the school and the outside community, especially the service implementation team. Parents of students who know about this activity through their children also express their gratitude because their children are starting to care about the type of food consumed daily