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Dietary diversity and nutritional status of children attending early childhood development centres in Vhembe District, Limpopo province, South Africa
The present study assessed dietary diversity and anthropometric status of children attending early development centres in South Africa. In the …
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Magnitude of undernutrition and its association with dietary diversity among older persons in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis, 2023
Undernutrition in elders remains under-detected, under-treated, and under-resourced and leads to further weight loss, increased infections, and delay in recovery …
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Development of the Ethiopian Healthy Eating Index (Et-HEI) and evaluation in women of reproductive age
Ethiopia announced its first food-based dietary guidelines (FBDGs) on 15 March 2022. The present study aims to develop and evaluate …
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Minimum acceptable diet and its associated factors among children aged 6–23 months in Lalibela, northeast Ethiopia: a community-based cross-sectional study
Abstract The first 2 years of life are a critical window of opportunity for ensuring optimal child growth and development. …
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Hypolipidaemic effects of papaya (Carica papayaL.) juice on rats fed on a high fat and fructose diet
L.) is a highly nutritious and less-caloric fruit, commonly consumed for its minerals and vitamins and hence may help in …
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Nutrient density and cost of commonly consumed foods: a South African perspective
Food-based dietary guidelines promote consumption of a variety of nutritious foods for optimal health and prevention of chronic disease. However, …
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A scoping review of nutrition education interventions to improve competencies, lifestyle and dietary habits of medical students and residents
Abstract We reviewed the available research and gave an overview of the effects of nutrition education interventions (NEIs) on medical …
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Zinc deficiency among pregnant women around Lake Awasa, Hawassa City, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional analysis
Zinc deficiency (ZD) during pregnancy has far-reaching consequences on the mother, fetus and subsequent child survival. Therefore, the present study …
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Diagnostic ability of mid-upper arm circumference-to-length ratio in detecting wasting among infants aged 1–6 months in Ethiopia
Mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) is an age-sensitive anthropometric measurement in infants. However, exact age is difficult to know, particularly in …
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Utilization of mid-upper arm circumference as discharge tool for children in outpatient therapeutic program, Ethiopia
Abstract Mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) is simple to use and inexpensive in Ethiopia; both MUAC and target weight are employed, …
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Serum ferritin levels are associated with frequent consumption of iron- and ascorbate-rich foods among women of childbearing age in Nandi County, Kenya
Abstract Information on consumption patterns of iron- and ascorbate-rich foods and their influence on iron status among women of childbearing …
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Nutritional status of children under 5 years old in Namibia: adjusting for poor quality child anthropometry
Abstract The poor assessment of child malnutrition impacts both national-level trends and prioritisation of regions and vulnerable groups based on …
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Tellaintake among pregnant and lactating mothers: may it affect child growth?
Abstract Alcohol abuse among women is a public health importance that may impair prenatal and postnatal growth.Tellais among the most …
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The association of socio-demographic and environmental factors with stunting among under-five children in Hawassa City, Sidama National Regional State, Ethiopia
Abstract Undernutrition in children is a challenging problem in developing countries, including Ethiopia. Stunting is the most prevalent form of …
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Relationship between caesarean section delivery and risk of overweight/obesity among children aged 6–23 months in the Tamale Metropolis of Ghana
Abstract The recent exponential increase in caesarean section (CS) rates in many countries including Ghana requires an understanding of the …
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Maternal nutritional status, decision-making autonomy and the nutritional status of adolescent girls: a cross-sectional analysis in the Mion District of Ghana
Abstract A mother's nutritional status and participation in household decision-making, a proxy for empowerment, are known determinants of improved nutrition …
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Coexistence and correlates of forms of malnutrition among mothers and under-five child pairs in Tanzania
Abstract Improving the health and well-being of mothers and children is a priority worldwide. The present study aimed to examine …
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Levels of dietary diversity and its associated factors among children aged 6–23 months in West Shoa, Ethiopia: a comparative cross-sectional study
Abstract Dietary diversity is one of the eight core indicators of infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices. It is …
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Levels of selected essential and non-essential metals in wheat (Triticum aestivum) flour in Ethiopia
Abstract In the present study, the levels and probable public health risks of selected metals (Fe, Mn, Cu, Zn, Ni, …
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Effect of school feeding program on the anthropometric and haemoglobin status of school children in Sidama region, Southern Ethiopia: a prospective study
Abstract Ethiopia recently scaled up the implementation of a school feeding program (SFP) as a targeted intervention for protecting disadvantaged …