Complementary feeding practices, dietary diversity, and nutrient composition of complementary foods of children 6–24 months old in Jimma Zone, Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract Background Mothers and caregivers typically feed infants according to their culture, purchase power and level of awareness with no due diligence to nutritional quality of the diet. Scientific evidence on nutritional adequacy of predominant complementary foods is critical for planning and pr...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2019-06-01
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Series: | Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s41043-019-0172-6 |