Nutritional Status of School Children (6-12 years)  in Deodar Taluka – Gujarat

Raval, Nayna P.; Patel, Ishan; Joshi, Kundan; Singh, Surabhi

doi:10.20546/ijcmas.2020.908.422

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“…The low nutritional status seen in children aged 6 to 12 years can be related to a variety of reasons. These include socio-economic inequalities, a lack of access to higher education, the heavy burden carried by women, a lack of decision-making power, established traditional beliefs and practices, and the dominating attitudes of men towards child care (Raval et al, 2020). The nutritional well-being of a child is also influenced by the mother's age, household income, labor and delivery problems, breastfeeding exclusivity, and the child's prior hospitalizations (Rahayuwati et al, 2019).…”

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“…Furthermore, this problem is exacerbated by unhealthy eating habits, such as skipping meals and doing too little exercise. These variables work together to cause malnutrition, which, in turn, can lead to many health issues in children, including stunting, wasting, and even obesity (Raval et al. , 2020).…”

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Nutritional and physical fitness status of school children among major ethnic and Dalit populations, Rajshahi, Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study

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Purpose This study aims to assess the nutritional status and physical fitness status of school children among major ethnic and Dalit populations, in Rajshahi, Bangladesh. Design/methodology/approach Data were collected through structured questionnaires administered to mothers or caregivers of the children, followed by physical fitness assessments. Anthropometric indicators were used to evaluate nutritional status, including body mass index-for-age, height-for-age, and weight-for-height, based on Centre for Disease Control guidelines. Physical fitness was assessed through tests for flexibility, abdominal, muscular, speed, and lower limb strength. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS. Findings Approximately 45% of boys and 55% of girls had normal nutritional status. However, the study also identified varying percentages of children with stunted, underweight, wasted, and mixed nutritional issues, highlighting the prevalence of malnutrition among this population. Boys consistently outperformed girls in terms of physical fitness across all age groups, with 84% to 90% of boys meeting established fitness criteria. Girls face a 1.8-fold and 2.2-fold increased risk of wasted and underweight conditions compared to boys. Lower-income group children exhibit a 2.6-fold and 1.6-fold increased risk of wasted conditions and underweight conditions. Children consuming meals twice a day have a 2.1-fold and 2.5-fold elevated risk of wasted and underweight conditions compared to others. Originality/value This study highlights the need for interventions and strategies to improve the nutritional and health status of ethnic children in Rajshahi, Bangladesh, considering their diverse dietary habits and lifestyles. By addressing these issues, the authors can empower these communities to actively contribute to the social and economic development of the region.

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