Integration of moringa leaf cookies as healthy snacks to prevent stunting: A literature review
Keywords:
Moringa Leaf Cookies, Stunting Prevention, Early Childhood Education, Healthy SnacksAbstract
Stunting is a chronic nutritional issue affecting human resource quality from early childhood.This study aims to analyze the potential integration of Moringa leaf cookies as healthy snacks in ECE for stunting prevention. Using a systematic literature review with the PRISMA approach, this study examined SINTA-accredited journals and scientific sources published between 2022 and 2026. Data were analyzed through thematic synthesis and critical analysis. The results indicate that Moringa leaves possess high nutritional value and Moringa-based cookies are well accepted by children. However, a gap exists as most studies focus on food technology, while their integration into ECE pedagogical programs remains underexplored. This study identifies a conceptual gap between nutritional interventions and educational implementation. It concludes that integrating Moringa leaf cookies into ECE programs serves as both a nutrition education medium and a strategic preventive intervention based on local resources.
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