The Relationship Between Nutritional Status and Work Stress On The Work Productivity of Research Institute

Abstract

Work productivity plays a critical factor in determining the success of an institution, particularly within research environments where high levels of concentration, analytical precision, and cognitive performance are essential. In the context of increasingly complex occupational demands, work-related stress has garnered significant attention due to its potential adverse impact on both physical and mental performance. However, there are several factors that are often overlooked especially in a work environment, employee's nutritional status and work-related stress, both factors are known to have contributed to employee welfare. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between nutritional status and work-related stress with the productivity of employees at a research institute. A cross-sectional study design was employed using a total sampling method involving 55 respondents at a research institute. Data were analyzed through univariate and bivariate analyses with the chi-square test. The findings of this research revealed no statistically significant relationship between nutritional status (p=0.104), work stress (p=0.462) with employee work productivity. These results suggest that, within this specific context, neither nutritional status nor work stress appears to be a primary determinant of work productivity. Nonetheless, given the multifactorial influences on work productivity, incorporating strategies that promote effective stress management and support overall emplotee well-being remains imperative. Further research with larger sample sizes and more comprehensive variables is recommended to better understand the determinants of productivity in research settings.