Exploring the Free Nutritious Meals Program in Elementary School Learning: A Systematic Review
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Free Nutritious Meal Program, elementary school, systematic literature reviewAbstract
The Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) Program in Indonesia has attracted attention not only as a nutrition intervention but also in relation to elementary school students’ learning experiences. This study aims to identify and synthesize the key educational dimensions associated with the implementation of the MBG Program in elementary schools. A systematic literature review was conducted using articles retrieved from the Garuda (Garba Rujukan Digital) database. The literature identification and selection process followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) 2020 guidelines. Ten selected articles were analyzed and synthesized thematically according to their research focus and reported educational dimensions. The findings revealed five main themes: learning concentration and attention, learning interest and engagement, school attendance, nutrition knowledge and healthy eating behavior, and student character development and support for learning activities. These themes indicate that research on the MBG Program extends beyond nutritional concerns to include educational experiences and school-related activities. However, the findings should be interpreted cautiously because the reviewed studies varied in their research focus, indicators, and methodological approaches. This review contributes to a broader understanding of the educational dimensions examined in MBG-related research and highlights the importance of considering educational indicators alongside nutritional aspects when evaluating school meal programs. Further research using multiple databases, consistent educational indicators, and stronger longitudinal or quasi-experimental designs is needed to establish more robust evidence regarding the relationship between MBG implementation and elementary school learning outcomes.
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