Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) remains a critical public health issue affecting pregnant women globally, particularly in developing nations like Indonesia. This condition, resulting from prolonged imbalance between caloric intake and energy expenditure, poses severe risks including maternal mortality and adverse fetal outcomes such as Low Birth Weight (LBW). Local surveillance data from the Bengkulu City Health Office in 2024 highlighted a concerning prevalence, with 318 recorded cases. Addressing this urgency, this study aimed to determine the determinant factors influencing the incidence of CED among pregnant women in the working area of Muara Bangkahulu Community Health Center. The research employed a quantitative analytical design with a cross-sectional approach. A total sampling technique was utilized to recruit 66 pregnant women who met the inclusion criteria, with data collection conducted in June 2025. Statistical analysis revealed a significant correlation between maternal age, education level, parity, and occupational status with the incidence of CED. Notably, multivariate analysis identified maternal age as the most dominant risk factor, demonstrating an Odds Ratio (OR) of 39.768. This indicates that pregnant women in high-risk age groups are approximately 40 times more susceptible to CED compared to other independent variables. Consequently, health policymakers and midwives are strongly advised to prioritize nutritional screening and education specifically for pregnant women in vulnerable age groups to mitigate these risks effectively.

Chronic Energy Deficiency, Age, Education, Parity, Occupation