Analysis of Urinary Glucose in Elementary School Students Who Consume Junk Food in Bengkulu City

Abstract

Urine glucose, or glycosuria, occurs when glucose appears in urine due to impaired kidney filtration or insufficient insulin activity. Junk food contains excessive sugar and low nutritional value, triggering uncontrolled metabolism. The pancreas secretes higher insulin levels to balance glucose, but frequent junk food consumption may lead to sudden fluctuations and increase the risk of degenerative diseases such as diabetes mellitus. This study aimed to describe urine glucose levels among elementary school students consuming junk food in Bengkulu City in 2024. This descriptive study involved 38 respondents selected purposively. Urine glucose was tested using the Verify™ U120 Smart analyzer and dipstick strips. Most respondents showed negative urine glucose levels (97.3%), while 2.7% showed positive results. Nearly all students consuming junk food had negative urine glucose results. Students with positive urine glucose are advised to reduce junk food intake to prevent childhood-onset diabetes.