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The Status of Young Children\'s Nutrition Security in Rural Area of Northwest Ethiopia
- Source :
- Journal of Nutrition and Food Security, Vol 9, Iss 2, Pp 352-360 (2024)
- Publication Year :
- 2024
- Publisher :
- Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences and Health Services, 2024.
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Abstract
- Background: Nutrition security is a vital component of growth and development in a nation. However, dietary diversity and availability of healthy food are serious challenges to many local communities in Ethiopia. The objective of the study was to identify the status and the determinants of nutrition security of school-age children in Northwest Ethiopia. Methods: Primary data were collected and analyzed using a binary logistic regression model to determine the significance of nutrition security odds ratio of 12 variables. Results: The results revealed that around 55.4% of school-age children were nutritionally insecure and underweight, and 44.6% were stunted. The significant determinants of nutrition security in the study area were milk consumption, healthy eating habit, fruits and vegetables consumption, educational status of the guardian, meat consumption, and the child’s place of residence. Conclusion: The findings of the study showed the need for nutrition education of the children and their guardians, and the need for accessibility of diverse and nutritious food products to help the school-age children with acute wasting and stunting problems they are facing.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 24767417 and 24767425
- Volume :
- 9
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Directory of Open Access Journals
- Journal :
- Journal of Nutrition and Food Security
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- edsdoj.0ba3cd4e5fe64057ad6c7b91ca592fc1
- Document Type :
- article