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Abstract：
BACKGROUND: As one of the world\'s biodiversity hotspots, Indonesia contains over 25,000 plant species, including unconventional food plants (UFPs). These plants are integral to the dietary practices of rural communities, providing essential nutrients often overlooked in modern diets. However, the use of UFP is declining, with both their dietary and cultural values being undermined. In rural West Java, this decline in UFP biodiversity coincides with public health challenges related to malnutrition. This study aims to document the diversity of UFPs used by local communities in rural West Java, assess their nutritional value, and explore their consumption practices.
METHODS: Data were collected using mixed methods, including interviews with 20 key informants and food frequency questionnaire administered to 107 women in three villages in the area. The nutritional compositions of documented UFPs were obtained from literature and analysis. Bivariate correlation was used to analyze the relationships between UFP consumption frequency and potential correlates.
RESULTS: The study documented 52 species of UFPs from 29 families, many of which are rich in nutritional value. About half of respondents (56%) consumed UFPs moderately (2-3 times a week). UFP consumption frequency had a strong correlation (r = 0.70) with associated knowledge (r = 0.70, p < 0.01) and a weak correlation with age (r = 0.240, p = 0.015), livestock possession (r = 0.260, p = 0.008), and family size (r = - 0.220, p = 0.02). Motivations for UFP consumption included availability as free food (33%), medicinal value (26%), nostalgic value (23%), and preferred taste (18%). Most respondents (92%) agreed that consumption has declined compared to the past, with perceived reduced availability and lack of knowledge cited as the primary reasons for the declining trend.
CONCLUSIONS: UFP use is common in the study area, where local communities value these plants for their critical roles in diet, medicine, and culture. Given their significant potential to meet dietary needs, educating and raising awareness about UFPs can enhance their consumption and contribute to food and nutrition security.
METHODS: Data were collected using mixed methods, including interviews with 20 key informants and food frequency questionnaire administered to 107 women in three villages in the area. The nutritional compositions of documented UFPs were obtained from literature and analysis. Bivariate correlation was used to analyze the relationships between UFP consumption frequency and potential correlates.
RESULTS: The study documented 52 species of UFPs from 29 families, many of which are rich in nutritional value. About half of respondents (56%) consumed UFPs moderately (2-3 times a week). UFP consumption frequency had a strong correlation (r = 0.70) with associated knowledge (r = 0.70, p < 0.01) and a weak correlation with age (r = 0.240, p = 0.015), livestock possession (r = 0.260, p = 0.008), and family size (r = - 0.220, p = 0.02). Motivations for UFP consumption included availability as free food (33%), medicinal value (26%), nostalgic value (23%), and preferred taste (18%). Most respondents (92%) agreed that consumption has declined compared to the past, with perceived reduced availability and lack of knowledge cited as the primary reasons for the declining trend.
CONCLUSIONS: UFP use is common in the study area, where local communities value these plants for their critical roles in diet, medicine, and culture. Given their significant potential to meet dietary needs, educating and raising awareness about UFPs can enhance their consumption and contribute to food and nutrition security.
摘要：
背景:作为世界生物多样性热点之一,印度尼西亚有超过25,000种植物，包括非常规食品工厂（UFP）。这些植物是农村社区饮食习惯不可或缺的一部分，提供现代饮食中经常被忽视的必需营养素。然而,UFP的使用正在下降，他们的饮食和文化价值观都被破坏了。在西爪哇农村，UFP生物多样性的下降与营养不良相关的公共卫生挑战相吻合.这项研究旨在记录西爪哇农村地区当地社区使用的UFP的多样性，评估它们的营养价值，探索他们的消费行为。
方法：使用混合方法收集数据，包括对20个主要线人的访谈和对该地区三个村庄的107名妇女的食物频率问卷。从文献和分析获得所记录的UFP的营养组成。使用双变量相关性分析UFP消耗频率与潜在相关因素之间的关系。
结果：该研究记录了来自29科的52种UFP，其中许多都有丰富的营养价值。大约一半的受访者（56％）适度使用UFP（每周2-3次）。UFP消费频率与相关知识（r=0.70，p<0.01）有很强的相关性（r=0.70，p<0.01），与年龄（r=0.240，p=0.015），家畜拥有量(r=0.260，p=0.008)，和家庭规模(r=-0.220，p=0.02)。UFP消费的动机包括免费食品(33%)，药用价值（26%），怀旧价值(23%)，和更喜欢的味道（18％）。大多数受访者（92％）同意消费与过去相比有所下降，认为可用性下降和缺乏知识是下降趋势的主要原因。
结论：UFP的使用在研究领域很常见，当地社区重视这些植物在饮食中的关键作用，医学,和文化。鉴于它们满足饮食需求的巨大潜力，教育和提高对UFP的认识可以增加其消费，并有助于粮食和营养安全。
方法：使用混合方法收集数据，包括对20个主要线人的访谈和对该地区三个村庄的107名妇女的食物频率问卷。从文献和分析获得所记录的UFP的营养组成。使用双变量相关性分析UFP消耗频率与潜在相关因素之间的关系。
结果：该研究记录了来自29科的52种UFP，其中许多都有丰富的营养价值。大约一半的受访者（56％）适度使用UFP（每周2-3次）。UFP消费频率与相关知识（r=0.70，p<0.01）有很强的相关性（r=0.70，p<0.01），与年龄（r=0.240，p=0.015），家畜拥有量(r=0.260，p=0.008)，和家庭规模(r=-0.220，p=0.02)。UFP消费的动机包括免费食品(33%)，药用价值（26%），怀旧价值(23%)，和更喜欢的味道（18％）。大多数受访者（92％）同意消费与过去相比有所下降，认为可用性下降和缺乏知识是下降趋势的主要原因。
结论：UFP的使用在研究领域很常见，当地社区重视这些植物在饮食中的关键作用，医学,和文化。鉴于它们满足饮食需求的巨大潜力，教育和提高对UFP的认识可以增加其消费，并有助于粮食和营养安全。
