The comparison of carbohydrates, fibers, and immunoglobulin-A levels in feces against stunting
\nchildren in Tuban Regency

Stunting in children under five years old is a major health problem in Indonesia. A compromised
\nimmune system in stunted children increases the risk of infection which has an impact on morbidity and
\nmortality. Moreover, food intake is one of the causes of decreased immunity, where carbohydrate, fiber,
\nand immunoglobulin-A levels in the intestine are related to the immunity of children under five years
\nold. The assessment of feces content can provide an overview of carbohydrates, fiber, and
\nimmunoglobulin-A levels in the intestine. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the comparison of
\ncarbohydrate, fiber, and immunoglobulin-A levels in feces for stunted children.
\nAn observational method with a case-control design was used, and it was conducted in Tuban Regency
\nfrom May to July 2023. Forty stool samples were obtained from 20 stunted children and 20 non-stunted
\nchildren who were tested for carbohydrates, fiber, and immunoglobulin-A. Subsequently, the data were
\nanalyzed with a comparison test to determine the differences between the two groups.
\nThe results showed that carbohydrate and immunoglobulin-A levels were higher, while fiber levels in
\nfeces were lower in stunted children (p≥0.05).
\nIt was concluded that there were differences in levels of carbohydrates, fiber, and immunoglobulin-A
\nin the intestines of stunted children