Abstract:Poor nutritional status of young women before and during pregnancy can result in sub-optimal foetal development. In 2005-6, approximately a quarter of women living in Mumbai slums were chronically undernourished (BMI < 18.5 kg/m 2 ) and 46 % had iron deficiency anaemia (Hb < 12 g/dL) (1) . There is evidence of low intakes of micronutrient-rich foods among women of reproductive age living in Mumbai slums (2) , yet little is known about dietary patterns in this population. Our objectives were to identify diet pa… Show more
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