Resolution 2025: Indonesian People Are More Focused On Healthy Eating And Fitness

Illustration of Indonesians prefers a healthy diet (Freepic)

JAKARTA - A recent survey conducted by health producers in the country shows that Indonesians are increasingly making a healthy diet a top priority in maintaining physical and mental health.

The survey entitled "New Year, New Me" conducted in the Asia Pacific region revealed that 89 percent of Indonesian respondents consider healthy diet as a key factor to improve their welfare.

This survey involved 5,500 participants from 11 countries in Asia Pacific and was run by Talker Research at Herbalife's request. As a result, as many as 95 percent of respondents from Indonesia plan to adopt a healthy lifestyle by 2025, which is demonstrated through improved general welfare, higher energy, and better quality sleep.

As many as 74 percent of Indonesians claim to have set a resolution to welcome 2025. The three main most popular resolutions include increasing the frequency of exercise (63 percent), maintaining a healthy diet (59 percent), and focusing on saving (52 percent).

Director & General Manager of Herbalife Indonesia, Oktrianto Wahyu Jatmiko, in a written statement on Monday emphasized the importance of maintaining consistency in living a healthy life resolution.

"Start from realistic and easy to achieve small steps. With a strong commitment, healthy habits can be formed and become part of a long-term routine," he said, as quoted by ANTARA.

The survey also shows that the year-end period is often a challenge for the Indonesian people to maintain a healthy lifestyle. A total of 41 percent of respondents admitted that their lifestyle tends to be unhealthy during year-end holidays.

In addition, 38 percent of respondents stated that they often postpone their healthy eating habits in order to enjoy special moments with their families.

Respondents from Gen Z generation seem more vulnerable to violating healthy diets, with a percentage reaching 41 percent, compared to the millennial generation which is only 34 percent.

As many as 64 percent of participants admitted that they were unable to avoid taboo foods during the holidays. The main reason is the temptation of special food celebration (38 percent) and togetherness with family or friends (50 percent).

"Diversity is a happy moment, especially when we are with our loved ones. However, we still have to maintain balance by prioritizing health," said Oktrianto.

Furthermore, he suggested that people should continue to actively exercise and formulate simple plans to choose nutritious food.

"We can still enjoy special holiday meals while maintaining body fitness. With a little planning, vacation moments are still fun without sacrificing health," he added.

This survey was conducted online from October 25 to 29, 2024, involving consumers from 11 countries in Asia Pacific, including Indonesia. The results of this survey are expected to inspire people to start the new year with a healthier and more balanced lifestyle.