Association of food consumption patterns and nutritional status of children under 5 years from rural households in Northern regions, Namibia

Association of food consumption patterns and nutritional status of children under 5 years from rural households in Northern regions, Namibia

Abstract Background Many developing countries, Namibia included, have a high prevalence of malnutrition among children, especially in rural subsistence farming areas where inadequate food supply is common. Poor diets in children under 5 years may result in negative health impacts. This study determi...

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Main Authors: Maria Angula, Anthony Ishola, Muvari Tjiurutue, Nozizwe Chigonga, Michael Sulyok, Rudolf Krska, Chibundu N. Ezekiel, Jane Misihairabgwi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-03-01
Series:BMC Nutrition
Subjects:
Child health
Food consumption patterns
Malnutrition
Nutritional status
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40795-024-00833-1

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s40795-024-00833-1

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