Wasting is characterized by a lack of body weight according to length / height (weight / height). The number of wasting
events in South Solok Regency 371 and Padang City 213. The general objective of this study is to obtain a description,
analysis, interpretation, and factors that most influence the incidence of wasting in infants (0-59 months). This research
method is mixed methods with sequential exploratory design. Qualitative data collection by in-depth interviews, while
quantitative research using questionnaires. The study was conducted in May to July. The study population was toddlers
(0-59 months) who experienced wasting (Case) and toddlers who did not experience any nutritional problems (control)
by looking at immunization status, which was taken by purposive sampling. Data were analyzed univariately,
bivariately, and multivariately. Based on the results of quantitative research on the incidence of wasting in South Solok
Regency, namely complementary food for mothers milk (P = 0.031, OR = 2.186), infectious diseases (P = O.034, OR
= 2.833), environmental sanitation (P = 0.001, OR = 3.168), food diversity (P = 0.023, OR = 2.226). In Padang, ante
natal care visits (P = 0.011, OR = 4.385), infectious diseases (P = 0.781, OR = 1364), eating habits (P = 0.023, OR =
3.735). Environmental sanitation (P = 0.000, OR = 0.077), food diversity (P = 0.003, OR = 0.175). While the qualitative
results are input, process, and output. Based on the results of the study concluded that there is no specific policy on
wasting, but for the implementation of the wasting subscription still goes into the existing nutrition policy. It is expected
that the Health Office and Public Health Center can carry out their duties and roles in carrying out prevention efforts
and be integrated with each other in handling wasting events.