Indonesia, the world's largest archipelagic nation, is leveraging its abundant marine resources to enhance national nutrition programs, particularly the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) initiative. This program aims to address stunting and improve the health of children and pregnant women.
Fish, recognized for its high-quality protein and rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus, is being promoted as a key component in the MBG menu. These nutrients are essential for brain development, heart health, and bone growth.
By incorporating fish as a meat alternative, the MBG program supports local solutions and food diversity, catering to the nutritional needs of the Indonesian population. Experts emphasize the potential of fish to serve as a national nutrition solution, providing healthy and affordable meals.