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COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF NUTRIONAL STATUS IN SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN- A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY

  • Unique Paper ID: 166520
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 2
  • PageNo: 1778-1787
  • Abstract:
  • Nutritional status in children refers to the state of a child's health as determined by their diet and nutrient intake. The evaluation of nutritional status is essential for identifying the individuals at risk of malnutrition and for guiding public health interventions. The present study aims to assess the nutritional status of 7 to 14 years school aged children in St. Mary's School Secunderabad, Telangana by employing multifaceted approach that includes questionnaire, anthropometric measurements, food habits and lifestyle analysis. A total of 160 pupils were recruited, representing 7 to 14 years age group and various socio-economic background. Data collection involved administering a detailed questionnaire to capture dietary intake, food frequency, lifestyle factors like physical activity and sleep pattern. Measurements include height, weight, BMI were recorded to provide objective indicators of body composition. The present study results revealed that out of 160 pupils, 130 or healthy weight, 10 are underweight, 16 are overweight, 4 are obese. Mostly students were taking their breakfast, lunch, dinner regularly. Many students were consuming rice, dal, egg, wheat, milk, yogurt on a daily basis. Screen time usage among children varies significantly with the majority 60% spending three or more hours on mobile devices daily. Extended screen time finding can impact children in physical and mental health, hormonal imbalance. Thus, it may be leads to early puberty.
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  • ISSN: 2349-6002
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 2
  • PageNo: 1778-1787

COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF NUTRIONAL STATUS IN SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN- A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY

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